The sportsbook sign up bonus is immediately activated as soon as you make your first deposit. All sportsbooks we recommend have a welcome bonus. Keep in mind, however, that although there is a variety of percentages being offered, a limit is always placed on the bonus amount you can receive. For example, many betting websites clarify that they offer a 50% bonus on your first deposit, with a max bonus of $500.

Welcome bonus

This promotion policy is popular and considered as one of the top bookmakers offers. One of the keys to getting your bankroll started is to take advantage of the welcome bonus offer.

Free Bets

This is another type of welcome bonus and possibly the most user friendly. Usually this free bet bonus can only be placed on certain types of bets (for example, a bet on the Super Bowl or March Madness), but in most cases, if you win you can make a withdrawal immediately. It is easily considered one of the best signup bonus in sports betting, with many sportsbooks offering it.

Matched Bets or Risk Free Bets

Matched bets are pretty straightforward, as you place a wager from your own money up to a specific limit (usually not exceeding $50) and if you happen to lose, the sportsbook will refund your wager.

Key points before choosing your Sign Up Bonus

1. Rollover: Perhaps the most crucial factor of a Sign up bonus. The rollover impacts how many times you have to wager the bonus and your initial deposit before you can withdraw it. The rollover varies from one bookmaker to the other and depends on the bonus amount. Generally a 3x rollover restriction is applied, but some bookies might require a 5x rollover before you can make a withdrawal. In any case, you should remember that sometimes it is better to get a smaller bonus with a lower rollover, as it will allow you to withdraw your money sooner.

2. Minimum odds: When you receive a free bet, make sure you fulfill all the criteria before placing your wager, as some bookmakers might have a minimum odds restriction. Fox example, most sportsbooks do not consider bets on 1.10 odds as valid for the wagering requirements. These odds might vary, as some betting sites may require even odds (1/1 or 2.00), while others will only accept much higher odds.

3. Deposit options: It is important to thoroughly read the bonus terms and conditions before making a deposit. Some sportsbooks will only offer the bonus on specific payment methods, usually by credit card or bank transfer. This might exclude e-wallets like Neteller or Skrill, so make sure to read the fine print on the bonus terms.

4. Markets & Betting types: Not all bets qualify for all bonus offers. Some futures bets may not qualify or bonus offers can be sports specific.

5. Promo codes: Some bookmakers might not activate the sign up bonus when you make your first deposit. Before you can claim it, you have to fill in a promo code, that is usually sent via e-mail. You can then activate your first deposit bonus on the “offers” field at the sportsbooks website. Make sure you check your spam filter and whitelist your sportsbook to receive promotion emails.

6. E-mail activation: Make sure to fill in a correct and active email on your sportsbook account. Most sportsbooks will  send an email with an activation link you must follow before you can claim the bonus. These email activation offers are common for other types of bonuses, such us Loyalty Bonus or Reload Bonus.