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"I want to play online poker using my
checking account. What are my options?"
Despite the constant restructuring of
online poker's payment processors, there are at least a couple of
options remaining for eCheck poker deposits. Most poker sites are
working towards accepting eCheck poker deposits in the future but
the selection is currently limited. Fortunately, the choices include
two of the largest poker rooms online. Players with only a
checking account do have poker site options, which are listed in
more detail below.
E-checks are essentially electronic
checks processed by the poker room. By providing your account and
routing numbers through the poker room cashier, funds are processed
through the ACH network and debited from your existing checking
account within 7-10 days. Players are then able to use their eCheck
deposits immediately at the tables while waiting for the funds to
clear. For players without a credit card or other
e-wallet account, eCheck poker rooms offer one of the easiest deposit
options available.
Advantages of eCheck Poker Deposits:
Available to all US players.
No need for a separate e-wallet. Virtually every player has a
personal checking account. With eCheck poker deposits you only need
to provide existing banking details.
Instant processing. eChecks are processed through the poker cashier
immediately without verification delays.
No fees. Most third-party e-wallets charge absurd fees for
depositing and withdrawing. Poker rooms that accept eChecks
typically don't charge any additional fees.
Better cashouts. Most eCheck deposits can also be cashed out
directly back to your checking account, avoiding excessive paper
check delays and bank hassles.
Disadvantages:
Availability is very limited.
Cashouts have to wait until eCheck clears 7-10 days later.
UPDATE:
eCheck poker deposits had been disabled at several online poker
rooms but have since returned at
Full Tilt
Poker,
Poker Stars,
Ultimate Bet, and
Absolute
Poker. This was most likely a temporary issue with the
associated payment processors and the poker rooms made quick work of
finding alternatives. If you aren't able to take advantage of
eChecks we recommend viewing our
US credit card page for poker rooms that accept credit card
deposits at a near-100% success rate.
Online Poker Rooms Accepting eChecks
ACTIVE •
FULL TILT POKER
(full review).
Offers instant eCheck deposits for
all new and existing players. The
service is seamlessly integrated
into the cashier and doesn't require
sensitive personal
information. Our new eCheck players receive a
100% deposit bonus, good up to $600.
ACTIVE
•
POKER STARS (full
review). Accepts eCheck poker deposits from all new
and existing players via built-in
cashier. Funds are
available for play immediately after
a successful deposit. Deposit limits
also increase
after first cleared eCheck deposit.
Players are eligible for for a
100% eCheck bonus if signing up
through our site.
INACTIVE •
DOYLE'S ROOM
(full review).
Requires certification but does
accept eCheck deposits from all new
players. Certification requires
faxing in check documentation but
subsequent deposits and withdrawals
can be done immediately. Players visiting through
our links receive an increased 110%
bonus.
ACTIVE •
ABSOLUTE POKER
(full review).
Accepts eCheck poker deposits for
all US players willing to look past
their recent security issues.
Minimal personal information is
required with a low minimum deposit.
The eCheck bonus for our players is
100%.
ACTIVE •
ULTIMATE BET
(full review).
Despite their recent security
scandal this is one of the more
robust cashiers with eChecks being
the highlight. All new and existing
players can deposit via checking
account without certification. Our
new players receive a 111% bonus
with their initial deposit.
ACTIVE •
PACIFIC POKER
(full review).
Not open to US players but offers
eCheck poker to a number of
countries such as Germany and Canada. Includes our 100% deposit
bonus with 25% being released
immediately upon deposit.
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Visit
our
US credit card page for a
selection of poker rooms that offer
block-free deposits from all US
cards.
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