Does the £2 limit apply to roulette?
No. The Gambling Commission’s guidance says the stake limits are for online slots only and do not apply to roulette or blackjack.
In short
The maximum stake on an online slot is £5 per game cycle for adults aged 25 or over (live since 9 April 2025) and £2 for adults aged 18 to 24 (live since 21 May 2025). The limits cover reel-based online slots only, not roulette or blackjack, and they apply on every site licensed by the Gambling Commission.
What is the maximum stake on an online slot?
£5 per game cycle if you are 25 or over, £2 if you are 18 to 24. The Gambling Commission’s guidance gives the dates the limits went live: the £5 limit for all adults on 9 April 2025, and the £2 limit for adults aged 18 to 24 on 21 May 2025.
| Your age | Maximum stake per game cycle | In force since |
|---|---|---|
| 25 or over | £5 | 9 April 2025 |
| 18 to 24 | £2 | 21 May 2025 |
Which games are covered?
Online slots only. The guidance says the stake limits are for online slots and do not apply to other casino games, such as roulette or blackjack. Sports bets are not covered either.
Which sites have to apply it?
Every operator licensed by the Gambling Commission. The limits are licence conditions, so they apply on each domain listed on the register of licensed casinos. A site that offers higher stakes on slots to customers in Great Britain is a reason to check its licence.
Other limits that apply since 2026
Bonuses are capped too. Since 19 January 2026 wagering requirements cannot exceed ten times the bonus, and promotions that mix gambling products are banned. How the 10x cap works.
Frequently asked questions
When did the £2 limit for under-25s start?
It went live on 21 May 2025, according to the Gambling Commission.
Sources consulted
- Gambling Commission · Online slots stake limit guidance, read on .
- Gambling Commission · Gambling promotions to be safer and simpler, read on .
- Gambling Commission · Download the register of gambling businesses, read on .
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