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6 years ago
I registered an account with 888 Casino on 15 June 2020. I understand the importance of verification and I uploaded my identification as well as verifying my phone number and email address which is all in accordance with the standard procedures.

I started using the account on the same day as there was nothing saying that I couldn't and going by the 'welcome email' it was encouraged to get started so I deposited money but did not partake in any of the bonuses on offer. Over the course of the next 2 days I deposited a number of times (all within my financial capabilities) and made 4 withdrawal requests.

I immediately uploaded my ID so that my account could be verified but at this stage I was still allowed to deposit and use their games. I also should mention that I am over 18 and have never had an account with 888 in the past so there should have been any problems so I carried on and won some money.

Both on the 16 and 17 June I contacted 888 support via their live chat system to ensure everything I was doing was ok and if my withdrawals would go through. They advised that there was no blocks on my account and on the 2nd chat they even congratulated me on my winnings.

Slightly later on the 17 June only a small amount of my withdrawal was processed (in addition to the previous days amounts) so this matched all that I had deposited originally. I had winnings amounting to £3172 which has not been received and simultaneously my account was closed with an email from the Operations Team stating:

"Your account has failed our routine security checks which have led us to discontinue your membership.
This is a discretionary decision, and as indicated in our Terms and Conditions, we reserve the right to terminate your membership, and so in accordance with these conditions, your account with ourselves has been permanently blocked.
No further transactions will occur upon this account, and any future accounts that you open will be closed, and their deposits may not be refunded."

I contacted this 'Operations Team' for which they did not respond. I have continued to try and contact Customer Services for information for which they direct me back to the ‘Operations Team’ I’ve continually emailed The Operations Team with no response received at all within the last 3 weeks and looks unlikely they will ever respond which is why I am looking for help. I feel that if you are going close my account and confiscate my winnings then there should be a clear explanation in the email as to why this situation has occurred. Honestly, I feel violated and as a Customer I shouldn't have to feel like this.

I question whether my account would have been closed if I had lost money. I acknowledge my loses are my responsibility and never blame providers if this happens, its just luck. However, in this case I didn't lose, played the game fair with full awareness of the risks, yet I am being treated as if I've done something wrong just for winning.

I find this incredibly disrespectful and unfair treatment of a valid customer who has followed the 888 guidelines. Obviously I feel that I deserve the £3172 winnings which would make this fair.
Disputed Casino 888 Casino
Amount £3172

Discussion

User name

Dear all,

As apparent from the submitter's latest post, the AskGamblers Complaint Team is pleased to announce the case has been resolved and closed.

We thank both parties for their assistance during the complaint process.

User name loyalty-level-2
888 casino have contacted me and have reopened my account. All funds are present. I believe this case can now be closed.

Once again, thank you to AskGamblers team for reopening and assisting with this throughout.
User name loyalty-level-2
Unfortunately I never received any reasurance or confirmation that 888 received my additional verification document. I have since emailed them 4 times without one reply to even confirm and advise in how long I will need to wait.

When they wanted my additional document, they would reply to my emails within the hour, but now they are completely silent.

888 can you advise what's going on?
User name loyalty-level-2
Hi 888,

I've sent an email to your Operations Department with the requested 'selfie with passport'. I believe this is everything you have requested and require to verify.
I look forward to hearing from you.

888 Casino Complaint Stats

Resolved 337 / 406
Avg. Amount $8,621
Avg. Complaint Duration 8 days
Avg. Response Time 2 days

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Withdrawal Stuck in Manual Review With No Estimated Timeframe
I am submitting this complaint regarding an outstanding C$9,000 withdrawal from 888casino, requested on October 1, 2026, via Interac e-Transfer.

My withdrawal confirmation ID is 988033366704.

As of October 8, my withdrawal remains in "Awaiting Process" status, with C$0 processed.

What I find particularly concerning is that I have successfully received several smaller withdrawals through the same payment method since requesting the C$9,000. These smaller withdrawals were processed quickly and without issue.

On October 5, I received a request from 888casino's Operations Team for additional verification, specifically a recent bank statement. I promptly submitted an official bank statement containing the requested information.

Since then, I have contacted customer support multiple times seeking an update. I have been informed that my withdrawal is undergoing manual review and has been escalated to the relevant department.

My primary concern is that 888casino cannot provide any estimated timeframe for how long this manual review will take or when I can expect my withdrawal to be processed.

Most recently, on October 7, customer support confirmed that the withdrawal had already been escalated but stated that they had no further updates regarding the outcome.

I fully understand and respect the need for identity verification and security procedures. I have cooperated with the documentation requests and am willing to provide any additional information reasonably required.

However, having C$9,000 pending with no indication of when the review will be completed is extremely frustrating, particularly when customer support cannot provide any meaningful information beyond advising me to wait.

I am requesting AskGamblers' assistance in obtaining a clear explanation of the delay, confirmation of whether any further verification is required, and a reasonable timeframe for completing the review and releasing my C$9,000 withdrawal.

Thank you for your assistance.
Status solved Resolved
$9,000
Endless documents uploaded since August 5th

Complaint #3366410


On august 5th after withdrawing $350 hours earlier I deposited some back on via E transfer. As this is the only way I ever fund my account.


After a run of good luck, I decided to cash out 10k of my winnings. I found it unusual that I did not receive my money within 30mins to 12 hours like every other time in the past.


After a few days of inquiring I was asked to provide a card that was so old and outdated that it no longer exists, then asked to provide bank statements for and account that is no longer open. I was then blocked from my account because I mentioned I wanted to pay some extra bills with the money.


After having my account restored, I reversed the 10k withdrawal like an idiot and lost almost half of it. Mangaed to turn revers withdrawal off, and request the remaining balance in a few withdrawals. Since then I have spent every day trying to get my money.


I have uploaded countless copies of any and all possible documents that can be useful, in many formats including all PDF's. My last upload being my bank wire instructions zoomed in, and highlighted arrows pointing to each of there listed information requirements. That was 5 or more days ago. Only silence since.


Any time I inquire I get the say copy and paste response check your email, it has been escalated to "whatever team" for Manuel review. You will hear back in 72. Hours. Or contact live chat. When I do that I get the same run around and 72hour timeline. Over and over again, I am embarrassed as I told people how awesome 888 was. I'll never say that again.


I just want my money and to be done with 888. I have never had this kind of issue with any other online casino. Don't play on 888


Status solved Resolved
$5,800
Blocked Withdrawals and Repeated Account Verification

Hello,


I would like to file a formal complaint regarding my withdrawals and the repeated verification requests on my 888 Casino account.


It has now been about one month since I started trying to withdraw my money. I have made several withdrawal requests, including $1,000, $1,800, $1,200, and eventually a $4,000 withdrawal.


Since the beginning, I have repeatedly been asked to verify my identity. I have provided all the requested documents multiple times, including my three most recent bank statements from National Bank of Canada in Montreal, my Quebec driver’s licence, and proof of address through a Hydro-Québec bill.


I have spoken with many different agents, probably between 15 and 20. Every time, I receive the exact same response: “Please send your three most recent bank statements and your ID.” I explain every time that I have already submitted these documents several times, but nobody seems able to give me a clear answer or permanently resolve the issue.


What is even more confusing is that three days ago, I received an email confirming that my verification had been successfully completed and that everything was in order.


However, the very next day, I received another message asking me to verify my identity again.


How is it possible for you to confirm that my account has been successfully verified and then ask me to complete the exact same verification again the next day?


Today, August 31, 2026, I am still in the same situation and have received no clear solution. This situation is causing me a great deal of stress and has become extremely frustrating.


I have fully cooperated with your team and provided every document requested. I am now asking for a supervisor or manager to personally review my case, because I do not want to keep receiving automated responses or repeating the same process with a different agent every day.


I simply want a clear answer: What is actually blocking my withdrawals, and when will I receive my money?


Please take this complaint seriously and provide me with a clear and concrete response.

Status unsolved Unresolved
$8,000