Casino review Live data · 28 Oct 2026
Captain Spins review: a Malta licence and PayPal, but no NZD
2019 Founding year · On our list since 6 Aug 2021 · Established casino
Captain Spins has been running since 2019, by its own account. It holds a licence from Malta. Players in New Zealand can sign up.
The licence is from the Malta Gaming Authority and PayPal works for deposits and withdrawals, but the account runs in euros, US dollars or rand.
- Licence from Malta
By Sofia Kuznetsov | Updated 26 Oct 2026
Short answer
Should you play at Captain Spins from New Zealand?
A well-regulated choice if you are happy to play in US dollars or euros. Withdrawals go back to PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, cards or bank transfer. Factor in the currency conversion your bank or wallet charges, because it comes off every deposit and every win.
- Founded
- 2019 on our list since 6 Aug 2021
- Licence
- Malta Gaming Authority stated by the casino
- Studios
- 52 median for new casinos: 29
- Blocked countries
- 47 in the casino's terms
New-brand check
Captain Spins against our six new-brand checks
Green means our data confirms it. Amber means you check it, or we have not yet; red means it is not in our data.
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Licence on the regulator's register
A logo in the footer proves nothing. The licence number and company name must appear on the regulator's own register, with the same domain.
Copy the licence number from the casino's footer and search it on the regulator's public register. Some regulators publish no searchable register; then ask support for the certificate.
Stated: Malta Gaming Authority · register check pending -
Full terms and conditions published
The general terms, not only the bonus terms, set the rules for withdrawals, inactive accounts and account closure.
Find the terms link in the footer before you register and check that the terms carry a date.
Terms link not on file -
Withdrawal terms in writing
Weekly and monthly caps, pending times and the KYC trigger decide how fast a win reaches you.
Read the payments section of the terms before the first deposit. Note the weekly cap and the documents asked for.
6 methods on file -
Bonus terms you can read before claiming
Wagering, max bet, game weighting and the cap on winnings decide what a welcome offer is worth.
Open the bonus terms from the offer page. If they only appear after deposit, skip the offer.
Wagering 35x stated -
A first small withdrawal
The cheapest test of a new casino is a small cash-out early, before you build a balance.
Withdraw a small win to the method you deposited with and note the time to payment.
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Responsible gaming tools
Deposit, loss and time limits plus self-exclusion should be in the account menu from day one.
Set a deposit limit before you claim anything; if you cannot, treat it as a warning.
Not in our data yet
Status from Captain Spins's details on our list, read 28 Oct 2026.
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Casinos on our list that share most of the 52 studios Captain Spins lists, and its licence where they state the same one.
Studio lists and licences as stated in each casino's review on our list, read 28 Oct 2026. Matching uses the full studio list, never ownership.
Welcome offer
What $500 + 50 Free Spins is worth
The casino states 35x wagering. Set the bonus part you would actually receive; most players claim the first deposit part only.
Captain Spins offer worksheet
WorksheetSet the bonus part you would claim. The default is a first-deposit example, not the casino's terms.
You must bet $14,000 before the bonus turns into cash. At 96.0% RTP that costs $560 on average, so the bonus is worth about -$160.
Average over many players · terms vary by casino| Bonus claimed | Wagering | To wager | Expected cost at 96% | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $200 | 35x | $7,000 | $280 | -$80 |
Worked examples at 96% RTP; example terms, not a casino's offer.
Since launch
What changed at Captain Spins since it joined our list
A changelog of facts we track per casino. No material change is on file for this casino yet; the dates below are from our list.
- Details last updated Studios, payments and offer on our list
- Joined our list Founded 2019 · Malta Gaming Authority
For a new casino, change is the signal: a shrinking offer, a new licence or a dropped payment method in the first months tells you more than a launch press release.
Payments
19 deposit methods, 6 withdrawal methods
Deposit methods listed for Captain Spins: Neteller, Credit Cards, Bank Transfer, instaDebit, Trustly, UPI, PayPal, Interac, Rapid Transfer, AstroPay, MuchBetter, Sofort, Neosurf, Visa, MasterCard, Boku, inviPay, Maestro, Skrill.
Withdrawal methods: Neteller, Bank Transfer, PayPal, Visa, MasterCard, Skrill.
As listed in Captain Spins's details on our list, read 28 Oct 2026.
Games
52 studios listed
The median new casino on our list lists 29 studios; older casinos list 38.
Named studios: Pragmatic Play, NetEnt, Evolution Gaming, Play'n GO, Quickspin, Red Tiger Gaming, 1x2 Gaming, Microgaming, Ezugi, Elk Studios, Blueprint Gaming, Fantasma Games, Foxium, Rabcat, Just For The Win, Lightning Box Games, Triple Edge Studios, Stakelogic, 2 By 2 Gaming, Felt Gaming, Genesis Gaming, Reflex Gaming, Bulletproof Games, Aristocrat and 28 more.
Live tables come from Evolution Gaming, Ezugi.
The studio list is broad enough that most popular slots should be there. Evolution's live tables mean live roulette, blackjack and game shows.
As listed in Captain Spins's details on our list, read 28 Oct 2026.
Who it suits
Who Captain Spins suits
Players who value regulation
A licence from Malta is on file.
You want an NZD balance
New Zealand dollars are not among its account currencies.
Our review
Captain Spins review in full
- Accepts players from New Zealand
- Licence from Malta
- Running since 2019
- No New Zealand licence
- No NZD balance
Captain Spins at a glance
The licence is from the Malta Gaming Authority and PayPal works for deposits and withdrawals, but the account runs in euros, US dollars or rand.
Founded in 2019, it has years of trading behind it, which counts for something with an offshore licence. A strict licence is a real plus, but it is not a New Zealand licence, and New Zealand's own regulator cannot help you with this account.
Playing from New Zealand
New Zealand now licenses online casinos under the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026. Captain Spins does not hold a New Zealand licence.
From 1 December 2026, operators that have not applied for a New Zealand licence must stop offering online casino games here. The Act's penalties are aimed at operators and advertisers rather than players. Even so, a casino that takes New Zealand players today may change its terms, so check that your account stays open before you leave a balance there.
Our news story on New Zealand's regulated casino market explains how the licences work.
Licence and safety
The Malta Gaming Authority is the regulator of an EU member state. It publishes a licensee register, has a URL checker and handles player complaints.
Copy the licence number from the casino's footer and look it up on the regulator's own register. Then set a deposit limit in your account before you play; if the casino offers no limits or self-exclusion, treat that as a warning. Our page on responsible gaming covers the tools to look for.
Games and studios
The studios include Evolution Gaming, Pragmatic Play, NetEnt, Play'n GO and Microgaming, among 52 names in total. Live tables come from Evolution, among others.
Beyond slots and tables, the lobby has crash games, which run fast and can drain a balance quickly.
Many slots come in several RTP versions, and the casino chooses which one to run. Open the game's information screen and check the RTP before you play.
Deposits and withdrawals
New Zealand dollars are not among its account currencies; it lists euros, rand and US dollars. Deposit methods include Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller and Trustly.
6 withdrawal methods are on file, including bank transfer, Mastercard, Neteller and PayPal, which also work for deposits.
How to deposit at Captain Spins
- Register, then open the cashier from your balance or the deposit button.
- Choose a method and enter the amount; check the minimum deposit for the welcome offer if you want it.
- Confirm the payment in your banking app, card screen or wallet.
- Set a deposit limit in your account before your first bet.
How to withdraw from Captain Spins
- Upload your ID and proof of address early, because no reputable casino pays out without them.
- Open the cashier, choose Withdraw and, where possible, the method you deposited with.
- Check that no active bonus still has wagering left, or it can block the withdrawal.
- Start with a small amount and note how long it takes to arrive.
Why casinos ask for documents, and which ones, is explained in our guide to ID checks at new casinos.
Welcome offer and terms
The current offer for New Zealand players is shown at the top of this page, as the casino states it. What it is worth depends on the terms: wagering, the time limit, the maximum bet while the bonus is active, which games count, and any cap on winnings.
- Open the bonus terms before you deposit and note the wagering and time limit.
- Check whether your payment method is excluded from the offer; e-wallets often are.
- Keep to the maximum bet with a bonus active, or the casino can void it.
- Large packages are spread over several deposits. Claim only the stages you would have deposited anyway.
Our guide on how to find and claim bonuses works through the maths, and the terms and conditions overview lists the clauses that matter.
Our verdict
A well-regulated choice if you are happy to play in US dollars or euros. Withdrawals go back to PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, cards or bank transfer. Factor in the currency conversion your bank or wallet charges, because it comes off every deposit and every win.
Questions
Captain Spins: questions from New Zealand players
Does Captain Spins accept players from New Zealand?
Yes, Captain Spins accepts players from New Zealand. It does not hold a New Zealand licence, so check that your account stays open as the new licensing rules take effect.
Is Captain Spins licensed?
Captain Spins states a licence from Malta. Captain Spins does not hold a New Zealand licence. Look the licence number up on the regulator's own register.
Can I play at Captain Spins in New Zealand dollars?
New Zealand dollars are not among its account currencies; it lists euros, rand and US dollars. Your bank or wallet will convert each payment.
Which payment methods does Captain Spins take?
Deposit methods include Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller and Trustly. 6 withdrawal methods are on file, including bank transfer, Mastercard, Neteller and PayPal, which also work for deposits.
Is Captain Spins a new casino?
Captain Spins states 2019 as its founding year. It has been trading for several years, so it is not a new launch.
How do I try Captain Spins safely?
Make a small first deposit, set a deposit limit in your account and request a small withdrawal early. That shows you how the casino handles your money before you risk more. Free help is available from the Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655.
Responsible gaming
Play only if you are 18+ and it stays fun
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Deposit an amount you would accept losing to a failed withdrawal, and request a small cash-out early to see how the casino handles it.
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