About USA Online Casinos
USA Online Casinos
USA online casinos have become increasingly difficult to find, especially since late 2006 when the US government imposed regulations to restrict USA online casino players. However, it’s not nearly so cut and dry as you may think. There are still USA online casinos out there. The trick is to find the reputable ones, with viable ways to move funds in and out of the site.
Life After the UIGEA
The UIGEA, otherwise known as the “Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act of 2006”, was invoked by former President George W. Bush. It was a piece of legislation attached to a completely unrelated Port Security Act bill.
In the wee hours of the night back in September of 2006, a few members of congress were present for the approval of the UIGEA, while all other members of congress slept soundly in their beds, unaware of the impending situation. The bill made its way to Bush’s desk and was signed into effect in October, 2006.
The UIGEA states that the transfer of funds for “remote gambling” purposes is illegal, placing all of the responsibility on the shoulders of financial institutions. Essentially, it is illegal for financial institutions, such as banks and credit card companies, to facilitate such monetary transactions. Many USA online casino fans have misinterpreted this to mean it is illegal for them to gamble online, when actually it is the financial institutions that are set to take the blame.
It should also be noted that the US has attempted to stop online payment processors, as well as online gambling operators, from allowing USA residents to use their services for gambling purposes. While many of these companies have backed down, the US has never actually been able to prove their case in legal action. They have yet to obtain proper jurisdiction to enforce their laws on offshore business.
Legal USA Online Casinos
The fact is, just about every online casino that accepts USA players is still considered a legal USA online casino. As we said, it is the financial institution which you use to transfer funds to/from the online casino that stands to undertake legal action. The simple solution here is to transfer your funds via offshore payment processors.
Legal USA online casinos are those that offer deposit and withdrawal methods that do not require US based to facilitate monetary transfers for their American players. While it is still possible, and not uncommon, to make a deposit via credit card, USA players are more and more frequently met with a rejection notice. Besides that, withdrawing funds via credit card is simply not an option for USA players.
Deposits & Withdrawals for USA Casino Players
Realizing the difficulties USA online casino fans face, various online payment processors have been established to help the cause. Some of these can be costly, but others are more accommodating. There are also a few deposit-only methods USA casino players can use, but in most cases, the online casino will supply other viable methods for withdrawals.
We’ve listed some of the most common, trusted deposit and withdrawal methods below.
USA Online Casino Deposit Methods
Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard)(low acceptance rate, but still an option for many)
UseMyWallet (a.k.a. QuickTender, widely accepted online payment processor)
eWalletXpress (very reputable online payment processor)
Pre-Paid Phone Card (FoneLinx, Virtual Pin, etc. – used like a credit card) – Club USA Casino accepts PrimaPin
900Pay (convenient payment service that shows up on your telephone bill)
USA Online Casino Withdrawal Methods
Check
There are other payment services that facilitate withdrawals for USA online casino players, but the fact is, the most reliable method of receiving your money is to get it in check form. This can be delivered via regular mail, or much faster via courier. Courier checks are more expensive, but if you’re requesting a large amount, it can be worth the expedience.
Withdrawal checks are derived from company names that are not that of the online casino itself, therefore should not be rejected by your bank upon cashing.
