Star Sports may be fairly new to the online betting game, but it has been around the horse racing block for a long time. Indeed, starting as an on-course bookmaker, the online version was really just a way to build on an already great reputation. So far, with Playbook Gaming providing the platform, it has gone well for the bookie.
One of the main selling points can actually be found on the deposit front, namely the low minimum amount of just £1. It's certainly an incentive to at least try Star Sports. Below, we have collected everything you need to know about Star Sports and depositing funds, from the payment methods accepted to the specific terms for each.
Payment Method | Min. Limit | Transaction Fee | Processing Time |
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![]() Visa | £1 | £0 | Instant |
![]() Mastercard | £1 | £0 | Instant |
![]() Instant Bank Transfer | £1 | £0 | Instant |
Operator | Welcome Offer | Bonus Code | Claim Offer |
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![]() | Welcome Offer No Welcome Offer | No code required | Claim Offer |
If you are new to Star Sports and would like to find out how to deposit money into an account, you can follow our guide below:
Once you have logged in on the site or app, simply look to the top right corner of the screen, and tap the 'Profile' icon, then tap the 'Deposit' option.
Here is where you would normally choose a method, but there are no options, or at least if you don't count the instant bank transfer option. Instead, just insert your deposit amount and continue.
Following this, you will be taken to a payment screen, where you must insert your details. You may also be asked to verify your payment with your bank here too. Once done though, you can begin betting straight away.
Impressively, like its sister sites, Star Sports now accepts deposits as low as £1. This might not come in handy for all punters, as it would be a very low stake after all, but just having the option is truly fantastic. It also shows that the bookie isn't just about grabbing the money, focusing on the user experience more than anything.
That being said, in order to claim the welcome offer, punters have to wager a hefty £50 in order to get the £25 in free bets. It sounds a bit counter-productive in contrast to the low minimum deposit, but offers of that kind are usually common for new betting sites. The most important thing is that the long-term experience is good.
Debit cards remain the most popular method for UK punters, especially since you need it to claim most of the good welcome offers, and it's one of just two ways to deposit funds at StarSports. The minimum amount is great, as already mentioned, but more methods could be needed in the future.
Payment Method | Min. Limit | Transaction Fee | Processing Time |
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![]() Visa | £1 | £0 | Instant |
![]() Mastercard | £1 | £0 | Instant |
The other method at Star Sports is Instant Bank Transfer, which probably comes in handy more for withdrawals. Nevertheless, the minimum deposit is just as low for this method and given how quick and easy it is, we feel it could be very popular in the future.
Payment Method | Min. Limit | Transaction Fee | Processing Time |
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![]() Instant Bank Transfer | £1 | £0 | Instant |
Ben is an accredited football journalist who follows anything from League One to Serie A, also working for the likes of SempreMilan and Total Italian Football. As an avid punter, he has become the master tester at BettingLounge, refusing to take bookies by their words when it comes to withdrawal times and much more.