TonyBet is an Estonia-based online bookmaker that has been taking bets from Irish customers for some years, and this TonyBet Ireland review sets out what the Irish Revenue Commissioners’ register, the UK Gambling Commission’s public records and independent sources actually show — licence status, regulatory history, markets, payments and safety — rather than repeating marketing claims. TonyBet’s own site and app store pages could not be read by our tools, so a good part of the product detail below comes from a third-party review and is labelled as such. Punter Ireland has no affiliate or commercial relationship with TonyBet at the time of writing; nothing here implies a bonus, deal or partnership.
- Confirmed on the Irish Revenue Commissioners’ register of licensed remote bookmakers (reference 1017899), with the same Tallinn address as the company’s UK Gambling Commission record
- A third-party review reports a wide market list for Irish punters, including Gaelic football, hurling, horse racing, darts and eSports, plus Bet Builder and Cash Out
- Payment options reported by the same review include cards, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Apple Pay and bank transfer, with e-wallet withdrawals said to take up to 12 hours
- A Trustpilot TrustScore of 3.5 out of 5 from 1,790 reviews, in line with or above several larger Irish-facing brands
- The company holding the Irish licence was fined £442,750 by the UK Gambling Commission in January 2023 for unfair terms, social responsibility failings and anti-money-laundering weaknesses, and its UK licences were surrendered in April 2024
- We could not read TonyBet’s own Irish pages, so we could not verify its welcome offer, payment list, limits or any GRAI reference from the operator itself
- Third-party app store ratings reported for the app are modest (2.6 out of 5 on iOS and 3.4 out of 5 on Android), so check recent reviews before relying on it
- Trustpilot shows a polarised picture, with 38% of reviews at one star, and the profile covers casino products that sit outside an Irish betting licence
TonyBet Ireland licensing: what the licence actually covers
TonyBet is operated by TONYBET OU, a company based in Tallinn, Estonia. The Irish Revenue Commissioners’ register of licensed remote bookmakers, which we read directly (the version we checked is dated 30 June 2026, and we checked it on 3 October 2026), lists licence reference 1017899 for TONYBET OU at Parnu mnt 31-53, 10119 Tallinn, under the trading name “TONYBET.COM”. The register names two nominees and does not publish licence start or end dates.
Earlier versions of this page used the phrase “GRAI public register” for that source. That was wrong: the document we verified is the Revenue Commissioners’ register, and the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is a separate body. A third-party review reports that TonyBet states a GRAI licence number, GRAI-0191-RB-26-0001, for its Irish sports betting. TonyBet’s own Irish pages could not be read by our tools and we could not check that number against a public GRAI register, so we do not rely on it. The independently verified fact is the Revenue register entry.
This is a sports betting licence. TonyBet also offers casino, live casino and poker in other markets according to public company information, but Ireland does not yet have gaming (casino) licences — GRAI is expected to open gaming licence applications through 2027 and 2028 — and we could not confirm which casino products, if any, are offered to Irish accounts. Treat any casino access as not confirmed under the Irish licence.
Regulatory history you should know about
The UK Gambling Commission’s public register lists Tonybet OU under account number 39126, with the same Tallinn head office address as the Irish Revenue entry, so it is the same legal entity. Its two UK licences, a remote casino licence and a remote general betting standard licence, ran from 1 November 2014 to 5 April 2024, when both were surrendered. TonyBet therefore no longer holds a UK licence. We include the history below because the same legal entity holds the Irish licence, because it goes to how a bookmaker treats customers, and because we disclose adverse history on every review. One caveat on sources: the register’s regulatory actions page for this account showed no recorded actions when we read it, so we rely on the Commission’s own published news release and consistent trade reporting for the item below.
- January 2023: the Commission fined TonyBet (tonybet.co.uk) £442,750, issued a formal warning and required a third-party audit of its anti-money-laundering and social responsibility implementation. It found unfair contract terms, including asking for identification documents on withdrawals even where customers had already been verified, with checks applied to withdrawals rather than deposits and winnings affected by documentation delays and account dormancy provisions. It also found failures to identify and engage with at-risk customers and inadequate money-laundering risk assessments and controls. The Commission said the case showed its drive to clamp down on anti-money-laundering and social responsibility failures and its willingness to act against businesses that are not fair and open with customers.
The outcome relates to TonyBet’s Great Britain operation and is not a finding by an Irish regulator, and it is now several years old. It does not by itself mean an Irish customer will have a poor experience. It does describe the kind of problem, withdrawal friction and weak safer gambling checks, that Trustpilot complaints about bookmakers often raise, so verify your account early and set your own limits. Separately, the Dutch regulator is reported to have warned TonyBet in February 2025 over Dutch-language customer support requirements, which is unrelated to Ireland. We found no published action by an Irish regulator at the time of writing. Reports differ on historic ownership links to Betsson; the company’s Wikipedia entry says it is no longer part of that group, and we have not relied on ownership claims either way.
Sports and betting markets
A 2026 third-party review of TonyBet for Irish players lists football, tennis, horse racing, darts, Gaelic football, hurling and eSports (League of Legends, Dota 2, Counter-Strike and Valorant), with Bet Builder and Cash Out. A 2022 article from the same publisher also mentions horse racing with live streaming, in-play betting and table tennis. Company information adds sponsorship of Leopardstown Racecourse events. We could not load TonyBet’s own Irish sportsbook and did not test odds, so this review makes no claim about how its prices compare, and you should confirm GAA, racing and streaming coverage for your own sports before registering. For big festival weeks, see our guides to Cheltenham and the Grand National.
Coverage of eSports and international tennis and table tennis reflects TonyBet’s Baltic roots and its wider European business. That breadth is a point in its favour for punters who follow those sports, though it also means the brand is less rooted in domestic racing and field sports than an Irish-founded bookmaker.
The TonyBet app
A third-party review reports that TonyBet offers apps for iOS and Android, rated 2.6 out of 5 on iOS and 3.4 out of 5 on Android. We could not load the store listings ourselves, so we cannot confirm the current version, age rating, seller name or features, and we cannot say how the app handles Irish accounts. App store ratings come from a self-selected group of users and do not tell you how withdrawals or support work, but modest scores are a reason to read recent reviews in your own store before you install. You can also use the mobile site in a browser.
Signing up
- Registration is done directly on tonybet.com or in the app, with identity and age verification (18+) required before you can deposit or withdraw.
- You will need to confirm you are resident in the Republic of Ireland and provide the usual personal and payment details.
- Expect document checks. The UK fine above concerned identification requests at withdrawal, so upload your photo ID and proof of address early rather than waiting until you want to cash out.
- Set deposit limits during registration. A third-party review reports that limits are available daily, weekly and monthly, with a 48-hour cooling-off period before increases take effect, which we could not verify.
Our step-by-step guide to opening a betting account walks through each stage, including verification.
Payments
We could not read TonyBet’s cashier or help pages, so we cannot confirm payment methods, euro minimums or processing times for an Irish account from the operator. A 2026 third-party review lists Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Apple Pay, bank transfer and select cryptocurrencies, with a €10 minimum withdrawal, e-wallet withdrawals within about 12 hours, crypto under 24 hours and cards up to seven business days, and withdrawal caps of €3,000 a day, €15,000 a week and €50,000 a month. A 2022 article from the same publisher listed a slightly different set (Skrill, Neteller, PayPal, Paysafecard, Payz and Visa). The lists differ and are not first-hand, so present them as context only.
| Method | Confirmed by us? | What we can say |
|---|---|---|
| Visa / Mastercard | Not confirmed | Listed by a third-party review; cards reportedly the slowest to withdraw, up to seven business days |
| PayPal, Skrill, Neteller | Not confirmed | Listed by third-party reviews; e-wallet withdrawals reportedly within about 12 hours |
| Apple Pay / bank transfer | Not confirmed | Listed by a 2026 third-party review only |
| Cryptocurrency | Not confirmed | Reported as available for select coins; confirm legality and fees for your own situation |
| Euro limits and processing times | Not confirmed | Not published on pages we could read; check the cashier before depositing |
Whatever method you use, expect withdrawals to a method in your own name after identity verification, and read the cashier’s stated times and any caps before you deposit rather than after.
The welcome offer
We could not verify TonyBet’s current welcome offer. A 2026 third-party review describes a 100% deposit match up to €100 in free bets for new customers, while a 2022 article from the same publisher described a 100% deposit match up to €100 with a promo code, a tenfold wagering requirement on the deposit, minimum odds of 4/6 and a 30-day window. Those descriptions are not identical and are not first-hand, so we do not state a current offer. Read the full terms on tonybet.com, including qualifying odds, wagering, expiry and excluded payment methods, before you opt in. We have no commercial relationship with TonyBet. See our free bets and wagering explainer for what each condition means. A promotion is not a reason to bet more than you planned.
Safety and account controls
TonyBet’s Irish footer is reported to carry responsible gambling information, but we could not read it, so we cannot list the exact tools on offer. You should expect deposit limits, time-outs and self-exclusion from a regulated operator, and you should set them yourself. The 2023 UK findings on at-risk customers are a reminder not to rely on the operator to spot problems for you. The Irish support service GamblingCare.ie offers a free helpline on 1800 936 725, and our responsible gambling page lists further support.
TonyBet compared with the other operators we review
Against the other bookmakers on Punter Ireland, TonyBet’s strengths are a broad reported market list and a middling Trustpilot score. The thin first-hand verification, the 2023 UK penalty and the surrender of its UK licences are the main cautions, and they hold its trust score at the middle of the field. See all of our betting sites and our comparison for new customers.
Irish gambling regulation context
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) opened applications for remote betting licences on 9 February 2026, and remote betting licences started on 1 July 2026. TONYBET OU is listed on the Irish Revenue Commissioners’ register of licensed remote bookmakers, and a third-party review reports a GRAI reference for the same company. Gaming (casino) licences are separate and are expected to open through 2027 and 2028, which is why no operator on this site is presented as licensed for casino play by Irish customers, whatever Estonian or other licences the same group may hold.
Safety checklist before you sign up
- Confirm the licence reference for the entity serving Irish customers: TONYBET OU, reference 1017899 on the Irish Revenue register.
- Check payment methods, euro limits, withdrawal caps and processing times at the cashier, since we could not confirm them from the operator.
- Read the welcome offer terms in full before opting in, including wagering, qualifying odds, expiry and excluded payment methods.
- Upload your identity documents early so verification does not delay your first withdrawal.
- Set a deposit limit as part of registration, and know how to self-exclude before you need to.
Dispute routes
If you have a complaint that TonyBet’s own customer support does not settle, Irish customers of a licensed betting entity can raise regulatory concerns with the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland. Complain in writing first, keep records of what you send and receive, and give TonyBet a reasonable chance to respond. Our Responsible Gambling page lists current contact routes and support organisations.
Switching from another bookmaker
If you are moving to TonyBet from another bookmaker, carry across the basics: set the same deposit limit you had before, do not treat a new offer as a reason to stake more than you planned, and check that its markets cover the sports you bet on most. Registering a second account does not require closing the first, but each account needs its own limits.
In-play betting and cash out
A third-party review says TonyBet offers in-play betting, Bet Builder and Cash Out. Cash out lets you settle a bet before an event finishes at a price the bookmaker offers at that moment; it is not available on every market and it is not a safety net. We did not test it. Our bet types guide covers how it works, and our beginner’s guide to placing a bet is a good start if you are new.
Who TonyBet in Ireland suits
TonyBet is likely to suit punters who follow eSports, tennis, darts or racing, who want a wide reported market list and who are comfortable verifying the offer and payment terms themselves. It is less likely to suit customers looking for casino games under an Irish licence, anyone who wants every detail confirmed first-hand before signing up, and anyone for whom the 2023 UK penalty is a deal-breaker.
Customer support
We did not test TonyBet’s live chat or email response times. A third-party review reports 24-hour live chat and email support. The 2023 UK findings concerned how customers were treated at withdrawal, and Trustpilot reviewers who are unhappy tend to mention delays and support experience, so we score support in the middle on balance, recognising that both sources are limited. Once you are registered, keep screenshots or saved chat transcripts of any conversation about a deposit, withdrawal or offer.
What to check before your first bet
Before your first bet, confirm a few practical details directly on tonybet.com or in the app: the live welcome offer and its terms, the payment methods and limits at the cashier for your account, and how the app handles the sports you follow. Start with a small stake while you learn the bet slip and cash out features, and verify your account before you need to withdraw.
Review methodology
This review is based on the Irish Revenue Commissioners’ register of licensed remote bookmakers (version dated 30 June 2026, checked 3 October 2026), the UK Gambling Commission’s public register entry for Tonybet OU (account 39126) and its published news release on the January 2023 penalty, trade reporting, a 2026 and a 2022 third-party review for product detail, company information on ownership and licences, and Trustpilot. TonyBet’s own Irish pages and app store listings could not be read by our tools, so we say so rather than fill the gaps. Where information could not be independently verified — the GRAI reference, the welcome offer terms, payment methods and limits, and app details — we say so rather than repeat marketing claims. We hold no affiliate or commercial relationship with TonyBet at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
Is TonyBet licensed in Ireland?
Yes, for sports betting. TONYBET OU holds Irish remote bookmaker’s licence reference 1017899 on the Irish Revenue Commissioners’ register (version dated 30 June 2026). A third-party review also reports a GRAI reference, GRAI-0191-RB-26-0001, which we could not confirm from TonyBet or a public GRAI register.
Has TonyBet been fined by a regulator?
Yes. The UK Gambling Commission fined TonyBet £442,750 in January 2023 over unfair terms, social responsibility failings and anti-money-laundering weaknesses, and required an audit. TonyBet’s UK licences were surrendered on 5 April 2024. We found no published action by an Irish regulator at the time of writing.
Can I play casino games at TonyBet in Ireland?
Not under the Irish sports betting licence. Ireland does not yet have gaming (casino) licences; GRAI is expected to open these through 2027 and 2028. We could not confirm which casino products are offered to Irish accounts.
What payment methods does TonyBet accept in Ireland?
We could not confirm this from TonyBet’s own site. A third-party review lists cards, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Apple Pay and bank transfer, but check the cashier for your account before you deposit.
Is there a TonyBet welcome offer for Ireland?
Third-party sources describe a 100% deposit match up to €100, but the details differ between sources and we could not verify them. Read the terms on tonybet.com before opting in.
What is TonyBet’s Trustpilot score?
As of 3 October 2026, TonyBet shows 3.5 out of 5 from 1,790 reviews on Trustpilot. It is a global score and includes casino products, so treat it as a complaints signal alongside this review.
Helpful resources
- See all betting sites in Ireland
- Read how to check a bookmaker is licensed
- Our Responsible Gambling page
- Irish Revenue Commissioners register of licensed remote bookmakers (PDF)
What Trustpilot reviewers say
As of 3 October 2026, TonyBet holds a TrustScore of 3.5 out of 5 on Trustpilot from 1,790 reviews. This is the brand’s global score, not filtered to Irish customers — Trustpilot does not let a business split ratings by reviewer country — and it covers the whole product range, including casino and slots products that fall outside an Irish betting licence, so many comments concern those. Trustpilot ratings for bookmakers also skew low generally: happy customers rarely leave a review, while people with an account or withdrawal problem often do, so treat this as a complaints signal alongside the rest of this review rather than a balanced popularity score. Two recent reviews below, picked to show the range rather than only the worst or the best, and avoiding reviews that make specific allegations we cannot verify:
“I like tony bet haven’t had great luck yet or I’d give 5 stars”
— Dagan Briggs, ★★★★ (4/5), early October 2026, via Trustpilot
“Even though you don’t always win, there wasn’t even enough time to enjoy playing for a few minutes.”
— Zain, ★★ (2/5), early October 2026, via Trustpilot
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Final verdict
TonyBet is an established Estonian bookmaker with a confirmed Irish Revenue licence, a reportedly wide market list and a middling Trustpilot score. Against that, the same company was fined £442,750 by the UK Gambling Commission in 2023 for unfair withdrawal terms and safer gambling and anti-money-laundering failings, it surrendered its UK licences in 2024, and we could not verify its offer, payments, app details or any GRAI reference from its own pages. Licensing is therefore present but thinly documented, and we rate trust accordingly. If you want its eSports, tennis or racing coverage, it can be a reasonable choice once you have verified your account early, read the offer terms and set your own limits. If a clean regulatory record or fully verified terms matter most, compare it against the other bookmakers we review.
Last updated: 3 October 2026.
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