When I recommend a casino on this site, it is never a guess. Every casino you see listed here has gone through the same structured review process, one that I have refined through years of testing real-money platforms. Whether I am evaluating a payment method, a bonus offer, or an entirely new brand, the criteria stay consistent.
Over time I realised that general impressions are not enough. So I built a structured scoring model that we apply to every single casino before it appears anywhere on greeninfrastructure.net. We call it the GreenScore — our proprietary rating methodology developed specifically for the Irish market.
The GreenScore: Our Proprietary Rating System
Every casino is evaluated across six categories. Each category carries a maximum number of points. The total possible score is 100 points. Any casino that scores below 75 points is not included in our recommendations — regardless of how attractive its bonus looks or how well-known the brand is.
| Category | Max Points | What We Measure |
|---|---|---|
| Licence and Regulation | 25 | Licensing authority, player fund protection, compliance history |
| Payment Methods | 20 | Withdrawal speed, range of options, fees, Irish-relevant methods |
| Bonus Fairness | 20 | Wagering requirements, game contributions, max bet rules, expiry |
| Game Library | 15 | Number of titles, provider quality, mobile performance |
| Customer Support | 10 | Response time, availability, quality of answers |
| Responsible Gambling | 10 | Availability of tools, ease of access, links to Irish support bodies |
This means that roughly 30–40% of casinos we evaluate never make it onto the site. The ones that do have passed a structured, documented review — not a quick impression based on a homepage.
License and Regulatory Standing
The first thing I check is whether the casino holds a valid gambling licence from a recognised authority. A casino holding an MGA or UKGC licence starts at 20 out of 25 points. A GRAI licence, once operational under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, adds a further 5 points. Platforms with offshore-only licences from less recognised jurisdictions receive a maximum of 10 points in this category — which makes it nearly impossible for them to reach our 75-point threshold.
A licence is not just a badge. It means the operator is subject to regular audits, player fund protection rules, and dispute resolution obligations. Any casino without a credible licence does not make it onto this site.
Payment Methods and Withdrawal Speed
How easily you can move money in and out of a casino matters more than most players realise — until something goes wrong. We award full marks to casinos that process withdrawals within 24 hours, support at least four Irish-relevant methods, and charge no withdrawal fees. Each failing criterion deducts 4–6 points from the total.
I test deposit and withdrawal flows personally where possible and cross-check reported processing times against real user experiences. I also verify whether the casino supports payment options that are genuinely popular in Ireland, including Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Revolut, and Apple Pay. Platforms with unexplained delays or hidden fee structures are penalised in scoring.
Bonus Fairness and Terms
Bonuses are one of the most searched topics among Irish players, and also one of the most misunderstood. I read through the full terms and conditions of every welcome bonus or promotion before including it in any recommendation.
When it comes to scoring: wagering requirements above 40x result in an automatic deduction of 10 points. Hidden conditions, game exclusions not clearly disclosed, or a maximum bet rule below €5 each cost a further 4–5 points. A genuinely fair bonus with wagering under 30x and clearly stated terms scores the full 20. The main things I look at are the wagering requirements, the game contribution rates, the maximum bet restriction, and the expiry window. A generous headline figure means nothing if the conditions make it nearly impossible to withdraw.
Game Library and Software Quality
A good casino is only as strong as its game selection. Casinos with 1,000 or more titles from at least five certified providers score 13–15 points in this category. Platforms with a limited catalogue, no live casino section, or poor mobile performance score 6–10 points.
I look at the total number of titles, the range of categories (slots, live casino, table games, jackpots), and which software providers are powering the platform. I prioritise casinos that work with licensed, audited providers such as Evolution, Pragmatic Play, NetEnt, and Microgaming. Mobile performance is weighted heavily here, since most Irish players use their phone to play. If a site is slow, crashes, or has a clunky interface on mobile, it costs points.
Customer Support
I contact the support team of every casino I review. I ask a question that requires a real answer, not a scripted response, and I note how quickly and how helpfully they reply.
Full marks in this category go to casinos with 24/7 live chat and response times under two minutes. Email-only support with a 24-hour or longer response time earns no more than 4 out of 10 points. Casinos that only offer a FAQ page as their primary support channel are penalised further. This is a category where many well-known brands underperform.
Responsible Gambling Tools
Every casino we feature must offer responsible gambling tools as standard. All tools must be present and easy to find: deposit limits, session time limits, self-exclusion options, and links to Irish support organisations. Missing or buried tools cost 5–8 points immediately.
If you are unsure whether your gambling habits are still under control, you can take a free self-assessment test directly on our responsible gambling page — no registration needed, no personal data collected. It takes only a few minutes and gives you an honest picture of where you stand.
Platforms that bury these tools or make them difficult to access are marked down regardless of how well they perform in other categories. Responsible gambling is not optional — it is a baseline requirement.
Final Score and Where to Find Our Picks
Once all six categories have been assessed, I calculate the total GreenScore and decide whether the casino qualifies for inclusion. Only casinos that score 75 or above appear anywhere on this site.
You can find our reviewed and approved picks across our pages. Every recommendation reflects a real evaluation using the GreenScore methodology — not a sponsored placement or a brand deal.