BetLion crypto guide: 14 coins explained

Coins, networks and fees: what matters before your first transfer.

Which cryptocurrencies are accepted

The cashier lists 14 coins, namely Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Tether, Dogecoin, Tron, BNB, USD Coin, Dash, Cardano, Dai, Avalanche, Ripple and Toncoin. Both the main coins and a range of altcoins are available. Each coin has its own balance of speed and fees.

A stablecoin keeps its value pegged to a fiat currency, so the price does not swing. If you do not want market moves to affect your balance, a stablecoin is the simplest choice. Volatile coins can change value between deposit and withdrawal.

Every coin has its own minimum deposit, shown in the cashier. Sending less than the stated minimum may never be credited. There is no need to buy an exotic coin just to play: use what you have, and practise with a modest first transfer to learn the routine. Card, wallet and bank options are compared in the guide to deposit methods.

Sending your first coins

A crypto deposit is simple: pick a coin, copy the deposit address and send from your wallet. Little mistakes cost more here than with other methods, so take your time.

• Open the cashier and select the cryptocurrency
• Make sure the network matches the one shown in the cashier
• Never retype the address by hand
• Confirm the payment in your wallet and save the TXID
• Give the blockchain time to confirm

Sending a coin on the wrong network is the most common and the most expensive mistake. Match the network on the deposit page letter for letter, even if your wallet offers others for the same coin. The first time you use a new wallet, send a small test amount first. A confirmed test means the route works. Terms like network, TXID and confirmation are explained in our glossary of crypto terms.

Costs and confirmation times

Crediting waits for enough network confirmations. How long it takes depends on the network and how busy it is. Paste the TXID into a block explorer show the status of a slow transfer.

BetLion charges nothing on crypto deposits; the network fee is the only cost. Network fees change with the coin and the time of day. Small deposits go further on a low-fee network.

You can hold a crypto balance or have the deposit converted into your account currency. Check the selected account currency before you send. Players in Zambia who keep a ZMW account will see the converted amount in ZMW. The rate used is shown before you confirm, so there are no hidden surprises. Our full BetLion review scores the cashier alongside games and support.

Crypto withdrawals

Crypto withdrawals tend to arrive first. Within the standard range of 12 hours to 3 business days, coins normally arrive first. Weekends and very large amounts can take longer. The general payout rules are in the guide to cashing out.

Checks before a crypto cashout

Verify the wallet address twice before confirming. Crypto payments are final, so an error cannot be undone. Minimum cashout: ZMW 16, and the daily ceiling is $10,000.

Identity checks apply to crypto withdrawals too. Upload your ID and proof of address in advance, so the first payout does not wait. An active bonus with unfinished wagering will also block the payout, whatever the method. After that, the coins normally arrive without friction.

Promotions with crypto

The welcome package works with crypto as well. The offer stays 100% up to ZMW 11,000 + 50 free spins, from a deposit worth ZMW 20 or more. Select the bonus before sending the coins, just as with any other method. The full terms of the package are in our welcome bonus guide.

The rollover does not change: 35x in 30 days. With a volatile coin, the value of the bonus can move with the market. With a stablecoin, the numbers stay put.

The 10% weekly cashback covers crypto-funded real-money play too. Other promotions may exclude certain methods, so read each offer. In doubt about an offer? Support can confirm it.

Safety and good habits

Price movements can work for you or against you. For pure gambling, avoid adding market risk on top. Use only the amount you set aside for play.

Keep a record of every transaction hash: it is the fastest way to solve a missing deposit. Crypto is an alternative, not a replacement, for local methods in Zambia. Gambling is for adults and should stay entertainment.