As a legitimate and trusted betting platform licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, we are fully committed to protecting minors from gambling.
Our betting site is strictly for customers 18+, in accordance with UK law, and we carry out stringent age-verification processes to ensure we only accept adult bettors.
Below are the steps we take to prevent minors from gambling at JeffBet.
What is the Legal Gambling Age in the UK?
As stipulated in the 2005 Gambling Act, the legal age to gamble at casinos and sportsbooks in the United Kingdom is 18. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to sign up and bet online or in person.
Our Commitment to Protecting Minors
JeffBet is only accessible to UK-based players 18+. Per our licensing requirements, we prevent underage people from accessing our sportsbook and casino. Here’s what we do:
Age Verification
At sign-up, we require all customers to confirm that they’re 18+ by providing a date of birth and agreeing to our policies and procedures. You must provide proof of ID, which we verify before activating your account.
KYC (Know Your Customer) Documents
We may also ask you to provide government-approved identification for our Know Your Customer (KYC) checks. These documents protect minors and help prevent money laundering. We may ask you for the following documents:
- A copy of your national ID (passport or driving licence) will be required to verify your identity and age.
- Proof of address (bank statement, utility bill, council tax bill, etc., no more than three months old).
- Proof of payment (a picture of the front and back of your card—cover the middle eight digits and CVV code for security reasons).
Your Responsibilities
As a parent or guardian, you must also take steps to prevent your children from accessing online gambling websites and content. Here are some simple things you can do:
Use Parental Controls
Activate parental controls on your children’s devices to prevent them from accessing any gambling-related content online. Net Nanny and Qustodio are excellent parental controls that you can use to block gambling content on your child’s devices.
Talk to Your Children About Gambling
Don’t shy away from an open and honest conversation about gambling with your children. Explain that, when they’re 18, they can make their own informed decision about whether to gamble online.
Until then, it’s illegal for them to bet, and it’s worth explaining the dangers associated with underage gambling.
Don’t Gamble in Your Child’s Presence
If you enjoy online casino games and sports betting, it’s best not to do it in front of your children. Though you don’t need to hide your enjoyment of gambling, we encourage you not to showcase your bets in front of your kids, as it may encourage them to get involved in gambling before they’re legally permitted to do so.
If you have any questions about protecting your kids from gambling, speak to one of our agents via our help centre. You can also visit our Bet Smart Hub to learn more about how we promote responsible gambling at JeffBet.