By Niamh Gallagher · Last updated November 2026Let me get the big one out of the way: 20bet doesn’t do horse racing or greyhounds. If your weekend revolves around Punchestown or the Galway Races, you can stop reading here and save yourself the bother. That’s not a knock on its quality. It’s just not built for racing punters, and in a country where Cheltenham week is practically a national holiday, that matters.
For rugby and football fans, though, 20bet is a tidy, well-made sportsbook. It has proper native apps on iPhone and Android, a straightforward 100% welcome bonus up to €100, and solid coverage of the Six Nations. It’s part of the same group as 22bet and, like its sister site, holds a Curaçao licence rather than an Irish one. It sits fifth on my list, behind the GRAI-licensed Midnite and NetBet and the two other offshore bookies. Here’s why it still earns a place.
How 20bet Shapes Up for Irish Punters
| 20bet | |
|---|---|
| My score | 8.4/10 (#5 on my list) |
| Welcome offer | 100% up to €100 on your first deposit |
| Licence | Curaçao 8048/JAZ2017-067 (plus Kahnawake); not on the GRAI register |
| Min deposit | €10 |
| Payout speed | E-wallets up to 12 hours; cards up to 7 business days |
| App | Native iOS and Android apps |
| Best for | Rugby and football fans who want a good app and don’t bet on racing |
A Straight 100% Match, With Singles Allowed
New customers get a 100% match on their first deposit, up to €100. It’s a simple, one-off bonus rather than a multi-stage package, and that’s part of its appeal.
Getting it. First, check that 20bet accepts sign-ups from Ireland, as some sites list it as unavailable here. Then register, lodge at least €10, and your deposit is matched 100% up to €100. From there, you need to meet the wagering requirement before the bonus expires.
The terms. Wagering is 5x, with minimum odds of 1.50 on singles and 1.70 on accas. The expiry is often quoted as around 14 days, but that’s unverified, so check the T&Cs before you start.
Why the 1.50 singles rule is the best bit
It’s a fair offer. €100 isn’t the biggest bonus out there, but 5x wagering is reasonable, and you can clear it with singles at 1.50, so you’re not forced into accas the way you are with 22bet’s offer. That suits a punter who likes to back a team to win and leave it at that.
The expiry is the bit I’d double-check. If it really is around 14 days (I haven’t been able to verify that), that’s a fortnight to get through the wagering, which is fine for a regular punter but tight if you only bet on big weekends. And because it’s a 100% match, the size of the bonus depends entirely on what you lodge. Put in €20 and you get €20; put in €100 and you get the full €100. Don’t lodge more than you’d normally bet just to max it out. A smaller bonus you can clear comfortably beats a bigger one that has you chasing wagering on games you don’t care about.
18+. T&Cs apply.
The Licence Question, and Why 20bet Sits Fifth
20bet is run by the Tech Solutions group, the same group behind 22bet. It holds Curaçao licence 8048/JAZ2017-067 and also a Kahnawake licence. It is not licensed in Ireland and does not appear on the GRAI register.
Here’s what that means for you. Since 1 July 2026, under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, online bookies taking bets from Ireland need a remote betting licence from the GRAI. Those licensed bookies can’t take credit cards, can’t run VIP schemes, have limits on inducements and must honour the National Gambling Exclusion Register. 20bet sits outside that system, so the Irish regulator can’t help you with a complaint, and the Irish exclusion register won’t apply.
Self-exclusion at 20bet itself is only available through live chat. That isn’t good enough in my book. If you ever need to step away, it should be a button in your account settings, not a conversation you have to start when you’re already struggling.
Some sites also show 20bet as unavailable in Ireland, so check that it accepts Irish sign-ups before you lodge anything. If it doesn’t, leave it. Trying to get round a block would leave you with even less protection than the offshore licence already gives you.
If a GRAI licence matters most to you, Midnite and NetBet are my top two for exactly that reason.
Six Nations Saturdays and Premier League Weekends
20bet covers more than 20 sports. The focus is on mainstream team sports, and it does those well.
Ireland at the Aviva and away
Rugby is one of 20bet’s strengths for Irish punters. The Six Nations is covered, which means you can get stuck into Ireland’s games at the Aviva and away. If you’re planning your bets for the championship, my Six Nations betting guide runs through the main markets and what to look out for.
Football is its bread and butter
Football is where 20bet is strongest, and it’s the sport I’d use it for most. Weekend Premier League betting is its bread and butter, and the singles-friendly bonus terms fit nicely with backing a team or two on a Saturday.
What’s missing: racing, the dogs and (maybe) the GAA
There’s no horse racing and no greyhounds at all. No Cheltenham, no Leopardstown at Christmas, no Shelbourne Park. I also couldn’t confirm 20bet’s GAA coverage, so I won’t make any claims about it. If hurling and Gaelic football are a big part of your betting, check the site before you sign up, or look at a bookie that’s known for GAA, like NetBet.
In fairness, plenty of punters keep more than one account anyway, using one bookie for racing and another for team sports. If that’s you, 20bet could fill the rugby and football slot. Just be sure you’re comfortable with the licence position first, and keep a firm handle on what you’re spending across all your accounts.
Cash Out Yes, Streaming Barely: 20bet’s Live Betting
- Cash out: yes, so you can settle early if a game turns against you.
- In-play: I haven’t verified how deep the live markets go, so check what’s live for the game you want.
- Live streaming: limited, from what I could tell. Don’t sign up expecting to watch every match.
- Bet builder: I couldn’t confirm one, so I wouldn’t count on it.
Overall, the feature set is solid rather than spectacular. Cash out is there, and that’s the basic I’d expect. Where 20bet makes up ground is the apps, which make live betting much more pleasant than it would be on a clunky mobile site. When a match swings and you want to act fast, that counts for a lot.
E-Wallets Rule at 20bet (and Revolut Users Lose Out)
| Method | Deposits | Withdrawal time |
|---|---|---|
| Skrill / Neteller / Jeton (e-wallets) | Yes | Up to 12 hours |
| Visa / Mastercard | Yes | Up to 7 business days |
| Bitcoin / Ethereum / Litecoin | Yes | Not stated |
| Revolut / Apple Pay / PayPal | Not listed | Not listed |
E-wallets are the way to go here, with withdrawals in up to 12 hours. Cards can take up to 7 business days, which is a long wait for your winnings.
The bigger issue for a lot of Irish punters is that Revolut, Apple Pay and PayPal aren’t listed. If you live on Revolut like so many of us do, that’s a nuisance, and you may end up setting up an e-wallet just for this. That’s a fair whack of hassle for one bookie.
Crypto is the other option, with Bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin all accepted. I don’t have confirmed withdrawal times for crypto, so I wouldn’t assume it’s instant. If you’re new to crypto, I wouldn’t start learning it just to bet here. A debit card or an e-wallet is simpler.
The Best Apps of the Offshore Three
This is one of 20bet’s real strengths. It has native apps for both iOS and Android, which puts it ahead of Betovo (web app only) and 22bet (Android APK only, with no iOS app on the Irish App Store).
Picture a Six Nations Saturday with three games back to back. That’s exactly when you want an app that opens quickly, keeps you logged in and lets you cash out with a couple of taps. That’s the kind of afternoon 20bet’s apps are made for. Only Midnite’s app beats it on my list, and for me it’s the most convincing reason to pick 20bet over its sister site.
Round-the-Clock Chat, Including for Self-Exclusion
Live chat is available 24/7, and there’s email support too. Round-the-clock chat is handy for evening and weekend betting, when most of us actually place our bets. There’s no phone support listed.
Because live chat is also the only way to self-exclude at 20bet, it’s a good thing it never closes. Still, I’d like to see a self-exclusion option in the account settings, alongside deposit limits, so nobody has to explain themselves to get a break.
20bet: Worth It, and Not Worth It
What I like
- Native iOS and Android apps, the best of the offshore bookies on my list
- Rugby, including the Six Nations, and strong football coverage
- A simple 100% up to €100 bonus with 5x wagering, and singles at 1.50 count
- E-wallet withdrawals in up to 12 hours
What bugs me
- No horse racing or greyhounds at all
- Curaçao and Kahnawake licences only, not on the GRAI register
- Self-exclusion only through live chat
- Revolut, Apple Pay and PayPal not listed, and card withdrawals can take up to 7 business days
My take: a good second account for rugby and football, not a one-stop shop.
Who Should Open a 20bet Account?
20bet is a good sportsbook with a clear audience: rugby and football punters who bet on their mobile. The apps are the best of the three offshore bookies on my list, the welcome bonus is honest and easy to clear, and e-wallet withdrawals are quick.
But the gaps are real, and they’re why it’s fifth. No horse racing is a big miss for Irish punters. Add the Curaçao licence, the lack of Revolut and the awkward self-exclusion process, and it’s not a bookie I’d recommend to everyone. If it suits how you bet, and it accepts your sign-up from Ireland, it’s sound. If you want racing or Irish regulation, Midnite and NetBet are the better choices.
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FAQ
Is 20bet regulated in Ireland?
No. 20bet holds Curaçao licence 8048/JAZ2017-067 plus a Kahnawake licence, but it isn’t on the GRAI register, so you don’t have the Irish regulator’s protection. Some sites also list it as unavailable in Ireland, so check before you lodge.
What are the terms on the 20bet welcome bonus?
It’s a 100% match on your first deposit up to €100, from a €10 minimum deposit. Wagering is 5x, with minimum odds of 1.50 on singles and 1.70 on accas. Expiry is quoted as around 14 days, but that’s unverified, so check the T&Cs. 18+. T&Cs apply.
What’s the quickest way to withdraw from 20bet?
E-wallets such as Skrill, Neteller and Jeton, which pay out in up to 12 hours. Card withdrawals can take up to 7 business days.
Does 20bet take bets on horse racing?
No. 20bet doesn’t offer horse racing or greyhounds, so racing punters will need a different bookie.
Is there a 20bet app for iPhone and Android?
Yes, it has native apps for both iOS and Android.