Best Online Casinos in Ukraine

Licensing

Regulated online gambling is officially legal in Ukraine. Since 2025, the state oversight responsibilities have shifted to PlayCity, which replaced the older regulator (KRAIL).

PlayCity is responsible for licensing, regulating, and enforcing laws for all legal online casinos and gambling operations in Ukraine.

They are scheduled to start issuing licenses in the beginning of June 2025. In the meantime, offshore gambling sites still remain to be popular.

Offshore Casinos

Because PlayCity will not begin issuing licences until June 2025, there are currently no fully PlayCity-licensed online casinos operating. Until the licensing framework is live, most Ukrainians who play online do so at offshore casinos – sites that are licensed and based in other countries but accept Ukrainian players.

What “offshore” means

An offshore casino is simply an operator licensed outside Ukraine (for example, Malta, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, Curaçao or other international jurisdictions). These sites are not under PlayCity oversight yet, but many are established brands with years of operating history.

Why they remain popular

• Availability: With no PlayCity licences yet issued, offshore casinos are the only option for legal online play at the moment.
• Choice: They often have a wider range of games and software providers than the Ukrainian market will initially have.
• Bonuses and promotions: Offshore operators sometimes offer more generous or flexible welcome packages, loyalty rewards, and special tournaments.
• Payment flexibility: Many support multiple currencies, e-wallets and even cryptocurrency alongside traditional cards and bank transfers.

Things to keep in mind

• Different regulators: Licensing standards vary between countries. Some offshore regulators (Malta, UK, Isle of Man) are strict and reputable; others are looser.
• Dispute resolution: Since these casinos aren’t yet PlayCity-licensed, players cannot use Ukrainian regulators to resolve disputes. Complaints must go through the casino itself or the foreign regulator.
• Bonus conditions: Terms and wagering requirements can be stricter or less transparent; always read the small print before accepting offers.

How we keep players safe

While offshore casinos will dominate until PlayCity licensing begins, we try to make that landscape safer and more transparent:

• Independent vetting: Every casino we list goes through a detailed rating process. We review its licence, ownership, payment processing, game fairness, responsible-gambling tools, and track record with players.
• Player complaints service: We operate a complaint and mediation service. If you run into trouble with a listed casino – delayed withdrawal, bonus issue, or suspected unfair treatment – you can submit a complaint through our site. We contact the operator on your behalf, gather both sides of the story, and publish outcomes to add transparency for all players.
• Ongoing monitoring: We regularly update our ratings based on new information, player feedback, and changes in licensing status.

This approach allows Ukrainian players to use offshore casinos with more confidence while the PlayCity licensing system is still being rolled out. Once Ukrainian licences become available, we’ll highlight which casinos have secured PlayCity approval and how they compare with their offshore counterparts.

Payment Methods Available to Ukrainian Players

Having reliable ways to deposit and withdraw is just as important as the games themselves. Ukrainian players have a few key options right now:

Common Deposit Options

Withdrawal Times and Fees – What’s Realistic

Cards / bank transfers: Usually 1-3 business days once the casino processes the withdrawal.

E-wallets: Often within hours after approval, sometimes same-day.

Cryptocurrency: Usually processed within minutes to a few hours after approval, depending on the blockchain network load.

Fees: Offshore casinos sometimes pass on small processing fees or impose minimum withdrawal thresholds.

Licensed Ukrainian casinos will have to follow local consumer-protection rules on fees and payout times.

Tip: Always check the casino’s cashier or banking page before you deposit – many show exact processing times and any fees for each method.

Casinos That Support UAH Directly vs. Foreign Currencies

UAH-friendly casinos: Some offshore operators already let you deposit, play, and withdraw in Ukrainian hryvnia. This is the best option because you avoid currency conversion costs.

Foreign currency only (USD/EUR): If a casino does not support UAH, your bank or card issuer will convert deposits and withdrawals automatically. This can add a small percentage fee on each transaction.

Tips to Avoid Conversion Losses or Blocked Payments

Use casinos that accept UAH directly whenever possible.Check your bank’s policy on gambling transactions – some banks block or flag them. Monobank and PrivatBank cards are generally reliable but may still require 3-D Secure or additional verification.

Keep an e-wallet as a buffer between your main bank account and the casino to reduce the risk of blocked payments.

Watch exchange rates and fees – especially with crypto. Converting to a stablecoin (like USDT) before deposit can reduce volatility risk.

Verify your identity early so withdrawals aren’t delayed by KYC checks when you’re ready to cash out.