Instant Bank Transfers are a deposit and withdrawal payment method for Betfair customers in the UK and Ireland, available to mobile and desktop users!
This method allows our customers to link a bank account to your Betfair account, enabling you to deposit and withdraw instantly!
How do Instant Bank Transfer work?
An Instant Bank Transfer is a type of payment method, powered by Open Banking. It's easier than traditional bank transfers and more secure than card payments. Your funds can settle within seconds instantly - and you can do it all from within the app.
How do I use Instant Bank Transfers?
It's simple:
1. Click on 'Deposit', scroll right, click on 'Add method' and select 'Instant Bank transfer'
2. Select your bank from the list. Make sure that it's your personal or joint account and you are the account holder.
3. Once you've chosen your bank, enter an amount and click the green 'Connect to your Bank' button at the bottom.
4. Click 'Confirm payment' and you'll then be taken to your bank app where you can log in to authenticate the payment.
5. Once authenticated with your bank, navigate back to the app to proceed.
6. Wait for the payment to complete. You will be informed if your deposit has been successful. Funds should settle instantly in your account once complete.
Please note that you don't need to input your bank details like account number or IBAN to register for Instant Bank Transfers! Steps 2 & 3 will only be necessary when using Instant Bank Transfer for the first time with your bank account.
Start by depositing using Instant Bank Transfers now by clicking here.
How secure are Instant Bank Transfers?
We partnered with TrueLayer, an FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) approved provider, to securely connect to your bank and process your payment. With Instant Bank Transfers, you authenticate the payment with your bank meaning you benefit from bank-level security and your personal details are never shared with anyone. For more information on TrueLayer and Open Banking, please click here.
Who can use Instant Bank Transfers and which banks are eligible?
The majority of Betfair users in the UK or Ireland will have access to instant bank transfers, with most banks currently eligible. A full list of bank availability will be displayed when you start to add an Instant Bank Transfer association here.
UK Customers:
- For UK customers you need to be using £ as your preferred currency and have an eligible UK £ Bank Account.
- Both Instant Deposits and Withdrawals are available for eligible banks!
Irish Customers:
- For Irish customers you need to be using euros as your preferred currency and have an eligible Irish Bank Account.
- Instant Deposits are now available for eligible banks.
- At present, Instant Withdrawals are available for Revolut users. We plan to be able to offer this to more customers soon, as more Irish banks enable the functionality needed!
- Non-Instant Withdrawals are typically received within 2 - 6 hours!
Why would I use Instant Bank Transfers?
- Start playing right away and cash out instantly - payments can settle instantly enabling faster gameplay.
- Highly secure and increased protection against fraud - payments are authenticated directly with your bank, and login credentials personal details are never stored or shared with anyone.
- Easy Registration - You don't even have to type in your bank details!
What are the Limits for Depositing and Withdrawing using Instant Bank Transfers?
This depends on your bank! You can create custom limits and choose how much to deposit and withdraw. You can see this in your account when your instant bank transfer method is linked on your account.
Please note there may be some slight differences on the offering for UK and Irish customers:
For UK customers:
- Both Instant Deposits and Withdrawals are available for eligible banks!
For Irish customers:
- Instant Deposits are now available for eligible banks.
- Please note that after your initial Instant Bank Transfer Deposit, you will not be able to withdraw for a period of up to 24 hours. Please note that this will only happen after your first deposit, as we aim to protect our customers and keep your funds safe.
- At present, Instant Withdrawals are available for Revolut users. We plan to be able to offer this to more customers soon, as more Irish banks enable the functionality needed!
- Non-Instant Withdrawals are typically received within 2 - 6 hours!
How long do IBT withdrawals take?
Please allow at least 90 minutes for first time IBT withdrawals. After your first time, withdrawals should be instant!
What happens if my transfer isn't in my bank within 90 minutes?
Please wait 24 hours as in rare instances payments can be delayed. Once 24 hours has passed, if you have still not received your funds then you should get in touch with us by selecting 'Get in touch' at the bottom of this article.
How can I remove bank transfer methods?
You can remove bank associations through the manage payment methods tab within your account and then clicking delete association.
How many bank associations can I have on my account?
You are limited to having three associations per account at any one time.
Betfair has appeared on my past transactions and transfer list in my Revolut App, can I make a deposit directly into my Betfair account from my Revolut App?
No! Please note that all Instant Bank Transfer Deposits must be made through the Betfair application. Any transactions attempted outside of this will have to be returned to your Revolut Account, please note you may need to contact customer service to ensure this transaction is returned. You can do this by selecting 'Get in touch' at the bottom of this article.
Are there any fees associated with Instant Bank transfers?
Fees do not apply to Instant Bank Transfers.