BetVictor review: Sign up offer and sports promotions in 2024
OLDER doesn't necessarily mean wiser. My dad can attest to that. But when it comes to bookmakers I believe that age and experience counts for a lot, and few exemplify that better than BetVictor.
BetVictor is one of the oldest and most recognisable sports betting brands in the UK having operated for over 70 years.
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I've found BetVictor to be a comforting presence in the betting landscape, and they continue to deliver a consistent and trustworthy experience that stands up to its peers and newcomers on the block.
OK, it's not the flashiest but provides a terrific user experience with regular bonuses, price boosts and promotions. In this article, I will discuss the latest welcome bonuses and other offers at the sportsbook.
Things I love about BetVictor
- Best odds guaranteed on horse racing
- Wide selection of betting markets
- Lots of bonus deals for new players
- Great user experience and customer service
Things to improve at BetVictor
- Live streaming only available on horse racing
- 24-hour waiting time to approve payouts
Latest BetVictor offers and bonuses
BetVictor provides several offers for both new players and existing ones. This operator is one of the few sites with multiple welcome bonuses catering for both casino and sports bettors. I've had an account for several years, so it's their Loyalty Club that is particularly important to me. The BetVictor Loyalty Club rewards existing punters with recurring free bets every week.
Welcome bonus
Like many online bookmakers, BetVictor changes their welcome offer from time to time. Most of the time, the sports welcome bonus at BetVictor is a straightforward offer where you bet £10 to get £40. This includes 3 x £10 free bets and a £10 slot bonus to be used at the BetVictor casino. I used mine on football but same offer is available for bettors who prefer horse racing or greyhound racing.
Additional bonus deals are available for new players on the site and several more event deals are up for grabs for newly registered bettors.
In my experience, there were no wagering requirements on the free bets. You simply have to use them within seven days. Simple. The casino bonus was a little bit different. That required a 20x playthrough before I could withdraw my winnings. Further terms and conditions apply, but you can quickly check what they are when you select any bonus on the promotions page.
Accumulator bonuses
I found it frustrating that BetVictor doesn’t have any accumulator bonuses. They provide a selection of Enhanced Accas based on the week's biggest and best games, but that's about it. More and more bookmakers are offering enhanced winnings on accas in recent years, but BetVictor aren't one of them.
Offers by sports
I don't bet on horse racing a huge amount other than at the big festivals such as Cheltenham, Aintree or Royal Ascot. When I do, I'll use BetVictor and take advantage of a couple of their deals including Run For Your Money.
- Run For Your Money – the bookmaker will refund bets if your selected horse loses all winning chances at the start of the race.
- Best Odds Guaranteed – the bookmaker will pay out at the highest odds between the price when you took the bet and the Starting Price (SP) when the race kicks off.
Like the welcome bonuses, there are terms and conditions on these offers.
How to sign up at BetVictor – step by step
No issues here. Signing up is a breeze and only takes a couple of minutes online or on the dedicated mobile app for Android and iOS. BetVictor delivers near-identical design and usability on the app and the sportsbook website. I've jotted down the steps below:
- Click the green Sign Up button at the top-right side of the screen
- Fill in the registration form with the basic personal information required
- Click the ‘Create Account button
How to place a bet at BetVictor
I love that BetVictor hasn't tried to reinvent the wheel with its sportsbook setup. It's a simple layout and everything is easily accessible. The screen has three sections. The left sidebar holds the list of sports and other quick links, while the middle section displays the available markets. Finally, the right sidebar is for the bet slip.
You can choose your sport, select your preferred market, and build your bet slip with single events or accumulators. On the bet slip, simply select your bet amount. Then, finalise the bet and wait for the outcome. You can keep tabs by checking the ‘My Bets’ section.
I mostly use the website, but BetVictor does have an app for smartphones, so you can also use a mobile device to place your bets on the go and keep track how matches and your betting slips are progressing.
How to get the most out of live streaming with BetVictor
BetVictor does offer live streaming, but I found it to be quite limited with only selected UK and Irish horse races available to customers. For the other sports that don’t have live streaming, BetVictor will provide a live simulation. This real-time display is pretty good and kept me updated on the action.
How to claim your bonus
The first step to claiming your sports bonus at BetVictor is to check the terms and conditions. This will tell you what to expect in terms of bonus wagering. It will also let you know how long the bonus lasts and how quickly you need to use it.
The good news is that BetVictor free bet bonuses are generally free of tricky wagering requirements. Follow these six steps:
- Sign up at the sportsbook
- Opt-in for the bonus on the pop-up that appears after creating your account
- Make your first deposit
- Place your first qualifying wager and claim your free bets
- Use the free bets on your favourite sporting events
BetVictor payment methods
Different payment methods are available for deposits and withdrawals at BetVictor. I have used PayPal but there are several other deposit methods you can use, which does make it one of the best online casinos out there. The options range from card payments to e-wallets and bank transfers. Here’s the complete list available for UK bettors:
Deposits are instant at the sportsbook, whereas payout approval takes up to 24 hours. Also, Paysafecard isn't available for us in the UK. Additional withdrawal processing times apply to the different methods. Card payments and bank transfers take two to five business days. E-wallets are faster, taking about 28 hours on average.
However, BetVictor’s reputation as a fast-payout sportsbook is mainly because of the FastFunds withdrawal option. With this option, I received my funds 40 minutes after approval!
BetVictor withdrawal options
Almost all payment methods are available for withdrawals. Generally, payout requests will be processed back to the option used in depositing. If you deposited with PayPal, you should expect to be credited via the same method.
If a payment method doesn’t accept these transactions (this is common among some card issuers), you can contact the sportsbook to settle on an alternative withdrawal method.
BetVictor minimum deposit
Bettors can deposit from as low as £5, meaning that BetVictor qualifies as a low-deposit betting site. Such a low minimum deposit is perfect for low rollers. Also, it’s great for new customers who don’t want to risk too much yet.
This is not the minimum amount for bonus claiming. However, the £10 qualifying bet stipulated by the sportsbook is not too expensive either.
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How to use BetVictor's cash-out feature
The cash-out feature is open to UK punters who want to back out of a bet in-play. Suppose that you choose to back Chelsea in a match against Liverpool. If the game progresses differently from how you expected and you predict that it will end unfavourably for your selected team, you can request an early cash-out. This will allow you to salvage some of your money instead of losing the bet entirely.
You can check your open bets anytime for the cash-out option. Select the option and see what payout odds the bookmaker is offering at that time. If you proceed to cash out, you’ll be paid according to those odds.
It’s also not a bad idea to cash out when you’re winning. You can take home significant profits even before the game ends. You also avoid losing it all if the tables turn towards the end. Note that the option is not always available. Nonetheless, you’ll find it on many popular events.
BetVictor doesn’t allow cashing out early with bonuses. You’ll no longer be eligible to claim your bonus winnings if you cash out with free bets.
How can I win free bets?
Bonuses are the best way to win free bets at BetVictor. Almost all the bonus deals will reward you with free bets, starting from the welcome offer. Another way to earn free bets is from the BetVictor Loyalty Club. Make a series of five qualifying bets worth £5 each at odds of 1.50 or greater. When you do this, you can open the box to receive between £1 and £25 free bets.
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