In practice: Scratchmania is a foreign operator without a Belgian licence. Seen in that light, this is a mid-table option with a few strong points.
The Scratchmania bonus worked through to what actually remains.
Scratchmania bonus 2026
See the offerUpdated August 202621+Geen Belgische vergunningBancontact
The bonus explained
The value of a bonus sits in the wagering, not in the amount. An offer of €25 against 30x, then €750 must be turned over before anything can be withdrawn.
As a rule, weighting differs per game: slots 100%, roulette and blackjack often 10% or zero. Hold that figure against the €200 weekly limit and you see at once whether it is realistic.
How to claim the Scratchmania bonus
1
Create an account
Register with your real details — they must match your ID.
2
Verify your age
From 21. Licensed sites check you against EPIS automatically.
3
Deposit via Bancontact
The minimum is usually €5 and the deposit lands instantly.
4
Read the terms
Watch the wagering requirement, max cashout and the validity window.
5
Set a limit
Set your weekly limit below the €200 default if you are unsure.
Basic information
Type
foreign operator
Oversight
Belgian Gaming Commission
Licence
no Belgian licence
Operator
—
Deposit limit
€200 per week (default)
Minimum age
21
Self-exclusion
EPIS
Tax on winnings
none for the player
Player protection in numbers
The Belgian framework around player protection is above the European average in strictness and it is built that way on purpose. Every licensed site applies a default deposit limit of €200 per week. Adjusting downwards works right away, adjusting upwards follows a check and a term.
Exclusion runs centrally through the EPIS register: one registration excludes you at once from every licensed operator, online and on-site. Unlicensed sites are not connected to it. Under-21s have been shut out of casino, hall and betting since September 2024; 18 still applies at the National Lottery alone. The check is automatic.
Opening and verifying an account
Registration looks similar at every operator: name, date of birth and documents, before anything is paid out. An ID and something that evidences your address usually suffice. The bank account name and the player account name must match.
Dutch or French is not guaranteed, and complaining to the Commission is not an option. Keep the confirmation e-mails of your deposits; in a dispute over a payout those are the only documents that count.
Scratchmania versus a licensed Belgian site
Belgian Gaming Commission oversight
no
EPIS self-exclusion
no
€200 weekly limit by default
no
Bancontact as a deposit method
not always
Complaint to the Belgian regulator
no
Winnings untaxed for the player
yes
Player questions
- Are winnings taxed?
Not for the player. Belgium taxes the operator, not the winner. Winnings stay outside personal income tax. At a foreign operator your tax position may differ.
- Does Scratchmania hold a Belgian licence?
No. Scratchmania holds no Belgian licence and appears on the Gaming Commission's black list. It takes two clicks to verify. The regulator keeps both lists current.
- Can I play from 18?
From 21. The bar rose in September 2024, only the lottery stayed at 18. The rule applies online and on-site alike. This is not a guideline but a statutory limit.
- Can I deposit with Bancontact at Scratchmania?
Bancontact is accepted almost everywhere for deposits, not for withdrawals. The deposit shows on your account immediately. Reckon on a minimum of around €5.