Tipico Sports Review – Everything You Need To Know

Tipico is a sportsbook which was established in 2004. The company’s main headquarters are in Malta and it also has offices in Germany and Austria. Tipico employs more than 600 people in 44 different countries. The brand has sponsorship deals with the German football clubs – Hamburger SV and FC Bayern Munich, as well as they are an official partner of DFL, the German Football League, since the beginning of the 2018/19 season. There are further connections with football as former national team goalkeeper, Oliver Kahn, has been an ambassador for Tipico since 2013, using the tagline – “Your bet in safe hands.”

Sports library

On the left-hand side of the screen is an A-Z list of sports which you can bet on. At the top of this list, you’ll find the most popular sports in Europe. These include football, table tennis, basketball, and volleyball. Whereas the full list includes sports such as American football, tennis, winter sports, athletics, rugby, and ice hockey. It is also possible to bet on the burgeoning market of esports at Tipico. You can change the way the list of sporting events is displayed to show all or just those events which start in the next 3, 24 or 48 hours.

Click on ‘live betting’ at the very top of the screen and you’ll see all events you can bet on which are currently in-running. Upcoming live events are shown beneath these, which generally includes all events which will start within the next six hours. Tipico offers thousands of in-running betting opportunities on a wide range of events every month.

Sportsbook bonuses

New players can take advantage of Tipico’s excellent welcome bonus. This offer gives you a 100% bonus on your first deposit. In order to qualify for the bonus, you must be aged 18 or over, be a completely new account holder and reside in one of Tipico’s approved countries for players – these include Germany and Austria.

The bonus amount must be staked at least six times before a withdrawal from your account is possible. All bets you place in order to fulfill the bonus requirements must have minimum odds of 2.00 (1/1).

Sportsbook promotions and offers

Tipico offers a selection of promotional offers for its established players. However, they change quite often and are limited, most bonuses include free bets, no-risk bets, deposit bonuses, and free bets. Make sure to read the terms and conditions per available bonus as they can differ from the other bonuses at the sportsbook.

Mobile sportsbook

Tipico sportsbook can be accessed from all mobile devices. You must simply log on to the site using your mobile web browser. For an even better experience, you can download the Tipico app. There is an iOS version which is compatible with smartphones and tablets and an Android version for smartphones only. The app gives mobile players access to the full range of Tipico’s betting possibilities, including in-running betting. You can download the app for free from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Making a deposit or withdrawal

Tipico accepts deposits via Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Sofort, PayPal, Paysafecard, Pay Box and bank transfer. Deposits are instant and the minimum deposit amount via all approved methods is 10€.

Withdrawals must be made using the same method which your deposit was made as this is in line with anti-money laundering laws. Once a withdrawal request is submitted, it is usually processed within 24 hours. Payments to e-wallets are processed the fastest and you can expect to receive your funds in under 2 hours. With bank transfer or payments to a credit or debit card, it can take up to 5 business days. The minimum amount required for withdrawals is 25€. A maximum of three free withdrawals can be made each week. Any further withdrawals are subjected to a 5€ fee.

Safety and reliability

The bookmaker uses SSL encryption to ensure safe transactions on the site and to keep your personal and financial information safe and private. Furthermore, in 2012, Tipico became the first betting operator to receive a TÜV Rheinland certificate which signifies proof of security of customer data shared with the sportsbook. Lastly, Tipico is licensed and regulated by the Malta Gaming Authority.

Customer support

If you encounter a problem or require any assistance when using Tipico, you should scroll to the bottom of the screen and click on the ‘help centre’. This launches a new browser window where you will find a comprehensive FAQ section. You may find an answer to your issue or query there. Alternatively, there are two options for customer service: live chat and email. If you wish to chat with a representative, simply click on ‘start chat’. Responses are usually very fast, depending on the volume of people currently using the service, but all chat sessions are usually concluded within 2-3 minutes. If you wish to use email, fill in the online form and the sportsbook’s team aims to reply in under 24 hours.

Verdict

Tipico is a bookmaker with more than 15 years of experience. The bookmaker has created a website which is easy to navigate, and you’re never more than a few clicks away from being able to place a bet on your chosen event. There are odds available on most matches and events and if you can’t find what you’re looking for, odds are available on request. The abundance of live betting possibilities is also incredibly attractive. Players in Germany and Austria will be particularly pleased with the number of local events they can bet on. The welcome bonus offer gives new players a fantastic start and with other frequent promotions, there is a lot to enjoy.