Why casinos check
- Age: the legal age is 18 or 19 depending on your province, and the casino must confirm it.
- Fraud: stopping stolen cards and duplicate accounts.
- Money laundering: licences require checks on who deposits and where funds come from.
- Payments: making sure the payout goes to the account holder.
- Responsible gaming: enforcing self-exclusion across accounts.
Documents casinos ask for
| Document | Examples | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Photo ID | Passport, driver's licence, provincial photo card | All four corners visible, not expired |
| Proof of address | Utility bill, bank statement, CRA notice | Dated in the last three months |
| Payment method | Photo of the card with middle digits covered, e-wallet screenshot | Name must match your account |
| Source of funds | Pay stub, bank statement | Asked only for large deposits or wins |
Avoiding delays
- Register with your real details, exactly as on your ID.
- Upload documents straight after registering.
- Withdraw to the method you deposited with.
- Keep the email confirming you are verified.
Is it safe to send ID?
Send documents only through the casino's own upload page, never by chat or plain email unless support asks for it. A casino you cannot find on a regulator's register should not get your passport. If unsure, start with a casino whose licence you can check.