Why this is classified high risk
MCC 7995 (gambling) is one of the highest-risk classifications in card processing. Domestic US acquirers only accept sportsbooks in regulated states with appropriate state licensing. Everything else — offshore-licensed casinos, poker rooms, international DFS — routes through EU, Caribbean, or APAC acquirers.
Geo-blocking for unlicensed jurisdictions, documented AML controls, and chargeback ratios under 1.5% are baseline requirements.
Features included
Authorize and settle in EUR, GBP, USD, CAD, AUD.
Verifi + Ethoca alerts critical for iGaming where dispute volume is structurally elevated.
Where the gaming license permits, layer in crypto deposit options.
EUR, GBP, USD settlement from EU and Caribbean acquirers.
Pricing factors
iGaming pricing ranges 4.45% – 7.95% + $0.30 with 10–15% rolling reserves. Licensed sportsbooks in regulated US states price toward the low end; offshore casino operators toward the higher end.