World Sports Betting Payment Methods: Deposits & Withdrawals in South Africa

If you are planning to bet with World Sports Betting, you will want to know how you can fund your account and, more importantly, how you can get your winnings out. If you’ve never heard of World Sports Betting before and you’re not sure about them, you might want to read our [WSB safety review] as well.

World Sports Betting supports several payment options for South African customers, including bank cards, EFT, Instant EFT services and vouchers. WSB also offers withdrawal options that include EFT and, more recently, Shoprite Money Market.

In this guide, we look at the World Sports Betting payment methods currently advertised by WSB, how deposits and withdrawals work, how long withdrawals take, and what you need to know about FICA verification.

Quick answer: WSB currently advertises Visa and Mastercard, EFT, SID, OZOW, Payfast Instant EFT and several voucher-based deposit options. Withdrawal options can vary, but WSB confirms EFT, card withdrawals and Shoprite Money Market as available options.

Card Payments

WSB accepts major bank cards for online deposits, with its website displaying Visa, American Express, Discover, and Mastercard as payment options.

For customers who prefer paying directly from their bank card, this can be one of the simplest ways to fund a WSB account.

However, card deposits and withdrawals are not necessarily processed in the same way. WSB’s FAQ states that card withdrawals can take 2–5 working days because of standard banking procedures.

EFT

EFT is one of the more traditional ways to fund a WSB account. WSB lists EFT among its deposit methods and also confirms that EFT withdrawals are available. According to WSB’s FAQ, an EFT withdrawal can take up to 24 hours. This is a useful option for those who would rather move money directly from their bank account than use a card or voucher.

OZOW Instant EFT

WSB lists OZOW as an Instant EFT payment option. The advantage is speed: rather than entering the details of a traditional EFT manually, the payment process is designed to move funds electronically through the supported banking interface. WSB specifically advertises Instant EFT through OZOW on its website.

SID

SID is another Instant EFT payment option listed by WSB. WSB’s website specifically identifies SID alongside EFT, OZOW and card payments as one of its deposit options. If SID appears in your WSB cashier, you can select it and follow the payment instructions presented during the deposit process.

Payfast Instant EFT

WSB’s mobile site also displays Payfast Instant EFT among its payment options.

As with the other electronic payment options, availability can depend on the current WSB cashier. Therefore, check the deposit screen on your account before assuming a particular payment method is available.

Yes. Voucher payments are one of the more interesting features of WSB’s South African payment offering, particularly for customers who prefer cash-based payment options. WSB currently advertises several voucher options, including OTT, Flash and Blu, while its website also refers to WSB vouchers available through Shoprite stores.

Blu Voucher

WSB has promoted Blu Voucher as a way to fund betting accounts. Its website currently displays Blu Voucher among its payment options.

Flash and World Bucks

WSB has also introduced World Bucks through Flash’s nationwide retail network.

According to WSB, World Bucks became available through more than 88,000 Flash vendors across South Africa, allowing customers to purchase World Bucks and use them to top up their WSB accounts. WSB has also previously advertised World Bucks through Smartcall vendors and participating spaza shops.

OTT

OTT is another voucher-based deposit option listed by WSB. This can be useful for customers who prefer to purchase a voucher rather than make an electronic payment directly from their bank account.

The process of making a deposit is straightforward.

● Step 1: Log in

Open your WSB account and log in.

● Step 2: Open Deposit

Go to My Account and select Deposit or click on the green deposit button on the top right corner of your screen. The current WSB interface displays Deposit and Withdrawals directly under the My Account section.

● Step 3: Select your payment method

Choose the payment method you want to use. Depending on what WSB currently makes available to your account, this can include a card, EFT, Instant EFT or voucher.

● Step 4: Enter the required information

Follow the instructions shown for the selected payment method and enter the amount you want to deposit. Remember that your first deposit will be matched if you have opted in for the sign-up bonus. Read our WSB welcome bonus guide for more information, or if you’re an existing customer, check our WSB promotions guide.

● Step 5: Complete the payment

Confirm the transaction through your bank, card provider or voucher payment process. Once the payment has been processed, your WSB balance should update.

This is one area where WSB provides specific information.

According to their FAQ section:

• Credit/debit card withdrawals: 2–5 working days
• EFT withdrawals: up to 24 hours

WSB says the difference is related to standard banking procedures. These should be treated as WSB’s stated processing times rather than a guarantee that every withdrawal will reach your bank within that period. Bank processing, verification checks, and other account requirements can affect the overall time.

WSB also advertises same-day withdrawals There is an important distinction here.

WSB’s current app page promotes same-day withdrawals and describes EFT, card and instant transfers as part of its banking functionality. However, because WSB’s FAQ provides more specific processing times for individual methods, we would not interpret “same-day withdrawals” as meaning every withdrawal will reach your bank on the same day.

The safest approach is to check the payment method and processing information shown in your account when making the withdrawal.

Yes. WSB states that you cannot make a withdrawal if your account has not been fully FICA verified.

This is important for new customers because you don’t want to wait until you have winnings in your account before discovering that your verification is incomplete.

The FICA process is in most cases done automatically; however, if there is a problem, you might need to manually upload a copy of your ID and a municipal bill or bank statement as proof of address. 

If you are unsure about this, our [World Sports Betting Registration & Login] article explains the account setup process in more detail.

Yes. WSB introduced Shoprite Money Market withdrawals as another way for customers to access their winnings.

According to WSB, customers can:

• Log in to their WSB account.
• Go to Withdrawals.
• Select Money Market (Shoprite).
• Follow the instructions to complete the withdrawal.

WSB says the service is available through Shoprite, Checkers, and Usave locations and is designed to provide an option for customers who do not have a traditional bank account. This is one of the more useful payment options for South African customers who prefer cash-based financial services.

There is one specific fee that deserves attention.

WSB’s terms state that a 5% handling fee can apply to prepaid-voucher deposits where the customer’s voucher deposits exceed R10,000 in a calendar month and the customer subsequently requests a withdrawal from those deposits.

For example, if R15,000 is deposited through Blu vouchers, this would result in a R750 handling fee on withdrawal.

The same terms also state that charges associated with international bank transfers are the customer’s responsibility.

Because payment terms can change, check WSB’s current terms before making a large voucher deposit.

There isn’t one payment method that is best for everyone. It depends on what you value most.

● Best for traditional banking: EFT

EFT is a sensible choice if you prefer dealing directly with your bank account. WSB also states that EFT withdrawals can take up to 24 hours.

● Best for instant online deposits: OZOW or SID

If you want to fund your account electronically without relying on a traditional manual EFT, WSB’s Instant EFT options are worth considering. WSB currently lists both OZOW and SID among its payment options.

● Best for card users: Visa or Mastercard

If you already keep money on your bank card and want a familiar payment method, Visa or Mastercard can be convenient. Just remember that WSB says card withdrawals can take 2–5 working days.

● Best for customers without a traditional bank account: Shoprite Money Market

Shoprite Money Market is particularly interesting because WSB specifically introduced it as a withdrawal option for customers who may not have a bank account.

● Best for cash-based deposits: Vouchers

OTT, Blu and Flash/World Bucks give South African customers alternatives to traditional electronic banking.

There are some simple possible reasons for a withdrawal to take longer.

The first thing to check is if your account is FICA verified. WSB states that an account must be fully FICA verified before a withdrawal can be made.

Your chosen payment method might take longer. WSB’s stated processing time differs depending on the payment method. For example, WSB says EFT withdrawals can take up to 24 hours, while card withdrawals can take 2–5 working days.

Additional security checks might also need to be performed. WSB’s terms state that it reserves the right to perform security checks on accounts and can take steps to verify account details.

Therefore, a withdrawal taking longer than expected does not automatically mean something has gone wrong.

Yes. WSB’s current app is designed for mobile betting and banking. Options like instant EFT and card deposits, along with EFT, card, and instant-transfer withdrawals, are also available for mobile users.

The main WSB website also provides access to deposits and withdrawals through the account menu.

So you do not need to sit in front of a desktop computer every time you want to fund your account or request a withdrawal.

First, check the basics:

• Confirm that your bank or card payment was actually completed.
• Check whether the amount has been deducted from your bank account.
• Check your WSB transaction history.
• Make sure you used the payment details supplied by WSB.
• Do not repeatedly send another payment before confirming what happened to the first one.
• Contact WSB payment support if the transaction remains unresolved.

Email payments@wsb.co.za for payment enquiries, or if the issue concerns FICA verification send a mail to fica@wsb.co.za for FICA enquiries.

World Sports Betting offers a reasonably wide range of payment options for South Africans. 

The biggest advantage is variety. You can use conventional options such as Visa, Mastercard and EFT, while WSB also supports Instant EFT services and voucher-based deposits including OTT, Blu and Flash/World Bucks.

The withdrawal side is also useful, with WSB confirming EFT and card withdrawals and offering Shoprite Money Market as an additional option.

The main thing to remember is FICA. You cannot withdraw until your account has been fully verified, so completing that process early makes sense.

We also like the fact that WSB publishes specific withdrawal processing information instead of simply promising that everything is “instant”. Card withdrawals can take 2–5 working days, while EFT withdrawals can take up to 24 hours.

Overall, WSB’s payment offering is flexible enough for most South African punters, with both conventional banking and cash-based alternatives available.

Just check the payment options, limits and applicable terms shown in your WSB account before making a deposit or requesting a withdrawal, as these can change.