Casino Markers

While casino markers are usually found in land-based casinos, rumours have been circulating that online casinos will begin to introduce their own brand of "online casino markers". However, let's sweep aside these rumours for a moment, focus on land-based casinos, and ask the question, what is a casino marker?

Types of Casino Markers

Casino markers, otherwise known as casino credit, are interest free loans that a casino offers. Before you get carried away and plan to head down Caesar's Palace and take out a marker to make a down-payment on a new car, these markers do come with very specific terms and conditions.

Players can loan credit, or markers, free of charge which often total £5,000+. Players can only use this credit to gamble in the casino and sometimes, markers are only available on specific luck-orientated casino games, such as slots or roulette. While a casino marker is interest free, you do have to pay it off within a specific time frame, which varies from one casino to another, however, the usual limit is between 7-30 days.

How to Apply

In order to apply for a casino marker, you first have to discuss the matter with the casino manager. Before you even consider approaching the manager, be sure on the amount you wish to take out, as you could end up being into taking out a little more than you previously decided on, losing it and have limited time to pay it back. After you have decided how much you want to loan, have a talk with the manager and see if a casino marker is right for you. While this might sound nonsensical, as casino employees are there to make you spend money, no manager would risk loaning money to a gambler who isn't sure whether they can pay it back. If you still think casino markers are for you, then it's time to take the next step and apply.

Casino Marker Approval and Paying it Back

After you have decided on the amount you wish to loan, the casino manager will contact your bank and find out whether you can afford to make one swift repayment in a few weeks time. If you're approved then you have your marker, if the bank expresses concern, you may have to talk the matter over with them first.

You could be granted a casino marker almost instantly, or, if problems arise with your bank, it could take some time. When it comes to paying the marker back, you usually have to pay by cheque. Some casinos don't cash in these cheques instantly, especially if it's for a particularly large amount, so there is some leeway to bargain with, if you're transferring funds.

Is a Casino Marker Right for You?

While casino markers are great for regular players who have built up a rapport with the employees and know the games well, they aren't as handy for tourists who regard the markers as free money. Bear in mind that if you take out a casino marker and go over your repayment time limit, you could be banned from your favourite casino, or even banned from a whole host of casinos who have a blacklisted players list.