About Us

Non Gamstop Casinos is an independent comparison resource built for UK players researching gambling sites not on GamStop. We exist because the market for casinos not on GamStop is large, fast-moving, and hard to navigate without a clear head — new operators appear every month, offers vary wildly in their terms, and not every licence or payment setup suits every player. This page explains who we are, how we work, and how to use the site sensibly.

What we do

We research and compare non GamStop casinos, slots not on GamStop, and betting sites not on GamStop, then rank them against one another using consistent, published criteria. We don't operate any casino ourselves, and we don't accept payment in exchange for a higher position on our lists. Where a link on this site leads to an operator, we may earn a commission if you sign up — this is standard for comparison sites and it never decides where a brand sits in our rankings.

How we rate and rank

Every brand we cover — including Betmica, Kikibet, Betninja, WinnerIsland and the rest of our current list — is assessed against the same set of factors, so the comparison is genuinely like-for-like rather than a marketing exercise. We look at:

• Licensing and where the operator is registered, since almost none of these sites hold a UK Gambling Commission licence
• The clarity and fairness of welcome offers, including wagering requirements and maximum bonus caps
• Range of games — slots, table games, live dealer studios and, where relevant, sportsbook markets
• Payment options available to UK players, including deposit and withdrawal speed and any fees
• Site usability, mobile performance and how easy it is to find key information like terms and support

Editorial ratings reflect our own research against these factors, not customer review scores, and no brand has paid to appear on our list or to be ranked above another. If you want the full rundown of current options, our guide to the best non GamStop casinos in the UK breaks each one down in detail.

Why some players look beyond GamStop

GamStop is the UK's free self-exclusion scheme, letting players block themselves from GamStop-registered sites for a set period. Some players who have used it later decide they want to gamble again — perhaps their circumstances have changed, or they feel ready to set their own limits rather than rely on an external block. Because GamStop only covers operators licensed by the UK Gambling Commission, sites regulated elsewhere, often in Curaçao, fall outside that scheme and remain accessible. This site is aimed at readers who have made that decision for themselves and want accurate, comparative information rather than a sales pitch.

We won't tell you whether playing at these sites is right for you — that's a personal decision, and one you should make with a clear view of the trade-offs. What we will say is that non GamStop casinos genuinely do offer some practical advantages for players who choose them: often larger and more flexible welcome bonuses, a wider spread of software providers and game types, fewer deposit restrictions, and payment options — including some Paysafe and crypto-friendly casinos — that UK-licensed sites don't always offer. Set against that, these sites typically operate under lighter-touch regulation than the UKGC applies, so the consumer protections, dispute resolution processes and responsible gambling tools differ, and it's worth understanding that before you sign up.

Staying in control

If you're weighing this decision, or if you've previously self-excluded and want to understand what that involved, our responsible gambling page covers the tools and support options available, including where to find help if gambling starts to feel unmanageable. Self-exclusion through GamStop is free to set up and free to leave a covered site's marketing lists, and it's worth reviewing before deciding whether returning to gambling, on any platform, is the right step.

How to reach us

If you've spotted outdated information, want to flag an operator, or have a question about how we assess a particular brand, you can get in touch through our contact page. We review reader feedback regularly and it directly informs updates to our comparisons.

Site policies

Full details of how this site operates, including our terms of use, are set out in our terms and conditions. Gambling on any site, GamStop-registered or not, is restricted to those aged 18 and over, and we expect every reader using this information to meet that requirement.