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How to Make Pokerstars eCheck Deposits
At Pokerstars, Instant eChecks are the preferred deposit method for many players. They are secure, simple to execute, have a high deposit success rate, and your funds are instantly available. Pokerstars does not charge any fees for making eCheck deposits. Download Pokerstars & Deposit Now.
Pokerstars eCheck deposits are electronic checks, the same payment method as you likely use for paying bills online. Simply add your checking account information and deposit amount, and you’re on your way to playing for real money.
For first time eCheck depositors, the maximum deposit amount is $100. While your money is ready to play with instantly, your funds may not be withdrawn until the check clears your bank (usually 10 days). After ten days have passed and your check has cleared, your eCheck deposit limit will go up, and withdrawals from your Pokerstars account can be processed.
Pokerstars eCheck deposit limits:
- $10 minimum, $300 in seven days, $600 in 30 days. Limits will go up after making successful eCheck deposits.
Here’s what the Pokerstars eCheck form looks like.
For non – US players, Pokerstars eCheck deposits almost always work. They usually work for US players as well, but there are times when they don’t.
If Pokerstars eCheck Deposits Don’t Work, What Do I Do?
First, Pokerstars has what they call a Deposit Assistance Department. If you have a problem making a deposit using eChecks, this department has alternative deposit processors that they can use manually. The success rate for making deposits via the Deposit Assistance Department is much higher, so contact them. The Deposit Assistance Department can be contacted at dad@pokerstars.com. Tell them your player name and preferred deposit method, and tell them you need help making a deposit. They will contact you (usually in 30 minutes or less), and help you fund your account. Download Pokerstars.
If you still have problems getting your account funded, another option is to use a different deposit method. Pokerstars also accepts Visa, Mastercard and Diner’s Club credit cards, plus Click2Pay, Western Union, and Bank Wires/Cashiers Checks. Bank Wires & Cashiers Checks require snail mailing your check, so they are the least attractive option. Credit card deposit options are instant, and Western Union deposits typically fund your account within 30-60 minutes (up to 3-4 hours).
Another option is to try a different poker room. Just because a particular deposit option doesn’t work at one room, that doesn’t mean it won’t work at another room. We also love Full Tilt Poker and Bodog Poker for US (and non – US) players, and Party Poker & Bet365 Poker are great rooms for non – US players.
Pokerstars Instant eCheck Deposit Best Alternative
If you want to make a larger first deposit, try using a Visa, Mastercard, or Diner’s Club credit cards. Follow this link for more information on making a Pokerstars Visa deposit (same deposit information applies to Mastercard and Diner’s Club).
One other thing to consider… if you’re looking to take advantage of the $600 Pokerstars deposit bonus, you have options. While the new-player bonus is 100% up to $600, Pokerstars allows players to make up to 3 deposits within 90 days that all apply to the first deposit bonus. This means that you can make a deposit of $100 today, and still make two more deposits totaling another $500 (within 90 days), and all $600 will be eligible for the bonus. Using Visa, players can make a $600 first deposit, but even though eCheck deposits only allow $100 for the first deposit, you can still get the entire $600 bonus.
Pokerstars eCheck US Player Deposits
For now, eChecks seem to be working at all of the rooms that use them, including Pokerstars. On December 1, 2009 the UIGEA deposit rules are ’supposed’ to be enforced, which may or may not effect Pokerstars eCheck deposits. If US players are effected by the new enforcement, we will provide all the details, plus US player deposit options that are still working. Remember, the new enforcement does not make online poker illegal in the US, it just seeks to make it more difficult to deposit. We think Pokerstars will have plenty of easy deposit options still available to US players, and we’ll keep you informed of any changes that happen.
Pokerstars eCheck Bonus
It doesn’t matter what deposit option you use, the Pokerstars new-player bonus is the same. The bonus is 100% up to $600 no matter how you fund your account.
To get the Pokerstars bonus, write down Pokerstars marketing code PSA1037 and bonus code Stars600. When you register your new account, Pokerstars will ask for your marketing code. Enter PSA1037 into that field. When you make your first deposit, you will see a field asking for your Pokerstars bonus code. Enter Stars600 into that field.
Pokerstars eCheck Problems
If you have a problem making a deposit using Pokerstars eChecks, remember that Pokerstars isn’t trying to cause these problems. They don’t earn rake or tournament fees if you can’t play poker for real money. Pokerstars wants you to be able to make it easy for their players to make real money deposits.
If you have a problem with getting eCheck deposits to work, contact the Deposit Assistance Department at dad@pokerstars.com. They can help with any deposit problems you may be having.