By Alex Drummond, Editor-in-Chief · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Fact-checked by Maya Chen
Interac is the Canadian bank-to-bank payment rail, and it is one of the most common deposit and withdrawal methods at regulated Ontario poker sites. Interac e-Transfer and Interac Online are the two main Canadian payment options, making it one of the most broadly available payment rails in the province's regulated market. This page explains how Interac works for Ontario players, which rooms accept it, and what the typical processing times look like.
Which Ontario Poker Sites Accept Interac?
GGPoker Ontario, PokerStars Ontario, 888poker Ontario, BetMGM Poker Ontario, PartyPoker Ontario, Bwin Ontario all support Interac for deposits, though withdrawal support varies by operator. A typical Ontario player using Interac for deposits will find instant deposits, 24-hour withdrawals, no fees for the player.
How Interac Works on Ontario Poker Sites
Deposits via Interac typically complete within seconds, with funds appearing in the poker account immediately. Withdrawals require a KYC check on the first cash-out and then process through the operator's standard approval workflow before the funds are returned via Interac. The operator cannot send a Interac withdrawal to a different account than the one used for the deposit.
Fees
Regulated Ontario operators do not charge Interac fees to players. Interac itself may charge fees depending on the service tier, but for standard Canadian consumer accounts the transaction is free.
Minimums and maximums
Deposit minimums for Interac sit between C$10 and C$20 depending on the operator, matching the operator's overall minimum deposit. Withdrawal minimums are typically C$20. Maximum per-transaction amounts vary and are occasionally higher than the cumulative daily cap; most operators will split large cash-outs into multiple transfers.
Ontario Regulatory Notes
Every regulated Ontario operator must verify the identity of every player who withdraws funds. Interac transactions pass through the same AML and KYC controls applied to every other payment method. Withdrawals are returned in Canadian dollars to the same Interac-linked account used for the deposit, where possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Interac safe for Ontario online poker?
Yes. Interac is a regulated payment method and every Ontario poker operator that accepts it is licensed by iGO. Transactions pass through the operator's AML controls.
How long does a Interac withdrawal take?
Most operators process Interac withdrawals within 24 hours to five business days depending on the method and bank.
Are there fees for using Interac at Ontario poker sites?
Regulated operators do not charge Interac fees to players. Interac itself may charge its own fees depending on the account type.