Deposits and withdrawals
Deposit, play, and withdraw in BTC, BCH, XEC, FIRMA, or LTC. SideShift adds swaps from more than 300 crypto assets into the five native balances. FIRMA provides a USD stablecoin option on eCash.
- Native play
- Balances, buy-ins, and play use BTC, BCH, XEC, FIRMA, or LTC units.
- Deposit timing
- BCH, XEC, FIRMA, and LTC are normally credited within 5 seconds. BTC needs one confirmation, typically 1–20 minutes. Network and swap processing can add time.
- Withdrawal timing
- The operator expects withdrawals to be sent immediately after approval. Receipt depends on the chosen network, confirmations, and any swap processing.
- KYC
- KYC is required before withdrawal if you have made any deposit. Players who have never deposited can withdraw without KYC.
- Country access
- The operator says players in all countries, including Canada, can play and withdraw. Players in restricted countries cannot deposit.
- Minimums and fees
- Check Menu > Withdraw or select your balance > Help me choose for the current minimums. Confirm the fee and network in the cashier.
- FIRMA
- A USD stablecoin on eCash. It is a crypto balance, rather than a bank-dollar deposit.
- Low-fee options
- The operator recommends XEC and FIRMA for their low network fees and fast settlement. BCH and LTC are also supported.
- Free starting balance
- Automatic crypto, repeat faucet claims, and freerolls let you start without an external deposit.
Deposit methods
Bitcoin (BTC), Bitcoin Cash (BCH), eCash (XEC), FIRMA (USD stablecoin), Litecoin (LTC), 300+ assets through SideShift swaps
Withdrawal methods
BTC, BCH, XEC, FIRMA, LTC, Other assets where a SideShift withdrawal swap is available
How to deposit at Blockchain Poker
- 1
Open Menu > Deposit, or use the gift icon or balance arrow when shown. Check that deposits are available for your country.
- 2
Select BTC, BCH, XEC, FIRMA, or LTC. For another asset, choose a supported SideShift swap and read the quote and fee.
- 3
Copy the currency-specific address from the cashier. Check the selected asset, network, address, and any minimum in your wallet before sending.
- 4
Check the credited balance. BCH, XEC, FIRMA, and LTC are normally credited within 5 seconds; BTC requires one confirmation, typically 1–20 minutes. Swaps can take longer.
How to withdraw from Blockchain Poker
- 1
Open Menu > Withdraw. If you have made any deposit, complete account verification before withdrawing. Players who have never deposited do not need KYC to withdraw.
- 2
Select the native currency, or an available swap route, and check the minimum, address format, network, and fee.
- 3
Enter an address you control and review the amount. Check whether the withdrawal affects any unearned deposit bonus.
- 4
Submit the request and keep its transaction reference. The operator expects immediate sending after approval; follow the transaction until network confirmation.
Before you transfer
Confirm the asset, blockchain network, address, minimum, and fee. Use a small test payment when a wallet or network is new to you.
Source: Blockchain Poker's Q3 2026 review update and Review Update 2, reviewed 23 September 2026. Update 2 supplies the revised Jackpot prize and country-access details.
Blockchain Poker Payments questions
Which currencies can I use for play?
BTC, BCH, XEC, FIRMA, and LTC are native play balances. More than 300 other assets can be swapped through SideShift, subject to the route and quote shown in the cashier.
How fast are deposits and withdrawals?
BCH, XEC, FIRMA, and LTC are normally credited within 5 seconds. BTC needs one confirmation, typically 1–20 minutes. Network and swap processing can add time. The operator expects withdrawals to be sent immediately after approval; the receiving network and any swap determine final arrival.
Is KYC required to withdraw?
KYC is required before withdrawal if you have made any deposit. Players who have never deposited can withdraw without KYC.
Can players in Canada or another restricted country play?
The operator says players in all countries can play and withdraw, including Canada. Deposits are unavailable in restricted countries. Check your local eligibility and the cashier before using a payment method.
Where can I find withdrawal minimums?
Open Menu > Withdraw, or select your balance and then Help me choose. The selected currency and route determine the applicable minimum and fee.
Alex Chen
Cash Game Specialist · 8 years
Alex ground his way from microstakes to mid-stakes NL Hold'em while managing his entire bankroll in Bitcoin. He brings a data-driven approach to cash game strategy, tracking win rates, rake impact, and optimal seat selection across every major crypto poker room. His rakeback calculators have helped thousands of grinders keep more of what they earn. Unwinds with chess puzzles and the occasional rapid tournament on Lichess.
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