There are three available deposit methods for Irish bettors at Sky Bet. These are debit card, Apple Pay, bank transfer and Revolut (via online banking). The minimum deposit is €5 for all these methods.
Below, we break down all deposit options, fees, limits, and which ones qualify for the welcome bonus at Sky Bet.
Sky Bet was launched in 2002 and has become a very popular option among punters, now part of the gambling giant Flutter Entertainment. As we highlighted in our review, there is a lot to like about the bookie, even if there is still room for improvement.
Given Sky Bet's status and the backing of Flutter, we expected a diverse range of payment options at hand. We were a little disappointed to see only debit card, Apple Pay, Revolut and bank transfer available in the cashier, which differs from the sister site Paddy Power for example.
That said, after undergoing verification checks, depositing was instant. Bettors can also deposit a minimum of €5, which is lower than most competitors (and on par with quite a few of them).
Below, we have collected everything you need to know about Sky Bet and depositing funds, from the payment methods accepted to the specific terms for each.
| Payment Method | Min Deposit | Max Deposit | Deposit Fee | Processing Time | Triggers Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa | €5 | Not specified | No fee | Instant | |
Mastercard | €5 | Not specified | No fee | Instant | |
| Apple Pay | €5 | Not specified | No fee | Instant | |
Instant Bank Transfer | €5 | Not specified | No fee | Instant |
If you are new to Sky Bet and would like to find out how to deposit, you can follow our step-by-step guide below:
Once logged into your Sky Bet account, click on the 'head and shoulders' icon located beside your balance in the top right corner of the screen.
Smash the deposit button at the top of your 'my account' page. Notice that at the bottom of the screen, there's a message saying that verification is needed before transactions can take place.
Once verified, Irish betting enthusiasts can toggle between debit card and bank transfer when choosing a preferred payment method. Revolut banking is also accepted on these shores.
As with any card payment, you will now need to declare your payment details. Once entered, type your desired deposit amount into the box provided.
The 'Deposit' button at the bottom of the page will then turn black. Hit it.
You will now see confirmation of your deposit and your balance will be topped up. Click the 'Start Betting' button.
The minimum deposit at Sky Bet is just €5, which is in line with most of the best betting sites right now. On the flip side, the lower the minimum deposit, the fewer payment options bookies will typically offer.
Where Sky Bet really differs from its rivals, though, is the minimum qualifying bet to trigger its welcome bonus. You could say the min deposit of €5 more than covers it, given the minimum bet to get a bonus worth €30 in free bets is just €0.05.
Sky Bet accepts deposits via debit cards like Visa, Mastercard and Apple Pay. The minimum deposit is €5 and this method can be used to claim the welcome bonus. The max deposit via debit card depends on Sky Bet's default deposit limits, which may vary from person to person.
| Payment Method | Min Deposit | Max Deposit | Deposit Fee | Processing Time | Triggers Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa | €5 | Not specified | No fee | Instant | |
Mastercard | €5 | Not specified | No fee | Instant | |
| Apple Pay | €5 | Not specified | No fee | Instant |
Unfortunately, e-wallet payments are not initially available in the Cashier for Irish Sky Bet customers. The closest option to an e-wallet is Revolut, albeit Sky Bet offer Revolut only by bank transfer. That means you will need your IBAN and account details. The maximum deposit via Revolut banking is €5k.

Bryan is a seasoned tipster and betting writer, having worked for the likes of Unibet, Smarkets, and Pinnacle in the past. He also runs his own golf tipping business after amassing a large following over the years. At BettingLounge, he reviews betting sites from sign-up to withdrawal.