Is credit card gambling banned in the UK?

Yes, credit card gambling is banned in the UK for all operators licensed by the UK Gambling Commission. The restriction applies to Visa, Mastercard, and other credit card providers, and it also covers payments made through e-wallets if those wallets are funded by a credit card. The ban was introduced in April 2020 to reduce the risk of players gambling with borrowed money and accumulating debt. While credit cards are prohibited, UK players can still use debit cards, bank transfers, and approved e-wallets funded by non-credit sources at licensed gambling sites.