Frequently Asked Questions

Must provide a valid government‑issued ID (passport or driver’s licence), a recent proof of address (utility bill or bank statement dated within three months), and sometimes a selfie for facial recognition. Verification usually completes within 24‑48 hours, after which you can deposit and bet.

Yes – Football Compass operates under a licence issued by the Malta Gaming Authority (MGA), and it also holds a UK Gambling Commission licence for UK customers. Both licences require us to meet strict player‑protection, anti‑money‑laundering and game‑integrity standards. Our licence numbers are displayed in the footer of the site.

Log in, go to ‘Responsible Gambling’ in your account settings, and choose daily, weekly or monthly deposit caps, loss limits, or a session‑time reminder. Limits take effect immediately and can be reduced at any time, but increasing them requires a 24‑hour cooling‑off period. If you need a break, you can also activate a temporary self‑exclusion or permanent account closure.

E‑wallet withdrawals (Skrill, Neteller, PayPal) are processed within 24 hours, while bank transfers and card payouts take 3‑5 business days. Football Compass does not charge withdrawal fees, but your payment provider may impose its own charge. Crypto withdrawals are usually credited within an hour after blockchain confirmation.

The minimum single deposit is $10 (or equivalent in your currency) for most payment methods, including Visa, Mastercard, Skrill and Neteller. Crypto deposits have no set minimum, though network fees may apply. After a deposit, the minimum bet on any World Cup market starts at $0.20.

Football Compass does not withhold tax on winnings; payouts are sent in full. In most countries, gambling winnings are not taxable, but some jurisdictions (e.g., the United States, India, and certain EU states) require you to report them as income. You are responsible for checking and paying any applicable taxes in your country.