PokerStars Casino

About PokerStars Casino

PokerStars Casino is the casino product of PokerStars, the world-famous poker brand founded in 2001 and owned by Flutter Entertainment since 2020. Alongside poker it offers slots, table games and live casino, run from the Isle of Man under UK Gambling Commission and Malta Gaming Authority licences.

At a glance

• Operator: Stars Interactive Limited (Isle of Man)
• Parent company: Flutter Entertainment plc
• Founded: 2001
• Headquarters: Onchan, Isle of Man
• Website: https://www.pokerstars.uk

Leadership

• Dan Taylor — President, Flutter Entertainment and CEO, Flutter International (PokerStars sits in International/UK&I); becomes Flutter Group CEO on 1 Oct 2026. Ex-CEO of Paddy Power Betfair (2018-2020); Cambridge economics MA; previously at OC&C Strategy Consultants. LinkedIn
• Rob Coldrake — Chief Financial Officer, Flutter Entertainment. Previously CFO of Flutter's International division for 4 years, overseeing brands including PokerStars.
• Kevin Harrington — CEO, Flutter UK & Ireland (division that includes PokerStars). PokerStars CEO from August 2023 until moving to UK&I CEO in January 2025; earlier Betfair MD and PokerStars CCO. LinkedIn
• Aaron Dugan — General Manager, PokerStars (at FanDuel, North America). Leads 'PokerStars exclusively on FanDuel' in NJ, PA, MI and Ontario. LinkedIn

Key facts

• Founded in 2001 by Isai and Mark Scheinberg; beta launched 11 Sep 2001 and real-money play began 12 Dec 2001.
• 2003: Chris Moneymaker won the WSOP Main Event after qualifying via a PokerStars satellite, helping spark the online poker boom.
• 2012: Acquired Full Tilt Poker for $731 million.
• 2014: Amaya Inc. (later The Stars Group) bought PokerStars' parent for $4.9 billion in cash.
• 2020: Flutter Entertainment completed its ~$6 billion all-share merger with The Stars Group on 5 May 2020.
• Holds an active UK Gambling Commission remote casino licence since 1 Nov 2014 via Stars Interactive Limited, account 39108.
• 2026: PokerStars Casino closed in NJ, PA and MI on 1 April and in Ontario on 7 May; poker relaunched as 'PokerStars exclusively on FanDuel'.

Frequently asked questions

Is PokerStars Casino legit and licensed?

Yes. In Great Britain it is run by Stars Interactive Limited under UK Gambling Commission account 39108, with a remote casino licence active since November 2014. In Europe, sister company TSG Interactive Gaming Europe Limited holds Malta Gaming Authority licence MGA/B2C/213/2011.

Who owns PokerStars Casino?

PokerStars is owned by Flutter Entertainment plc, which also owns FanDuel, Betfair, Paddy Power and Sky Bet. Flutter took over PokerStars' parent, The Stars Group, in a ~$6 billion all-share merger that completed in May 2020.

What is the PokerStars Casino welcome bonus?

UK reviews in 2026 list a 100% match up to £500 plus 50 free spins with code FIRST500. It needs a minimum £20 deposit by Visa or Mastercard and expires after 7 days. Offers vary by country and change often, so check the current terms on the site before you deposit.

How fast are PokerStars Casino withdrawals?

Independent UK tests report e-wallet payouts (Skrill, Neteller, MuchBetter) in about an hour. Debit cards and Apple/Google Pay take around 3 working days, and bank transfers take 3-5 business days. Times depend on the payment method and on account verification.

What is the minimum deposit at PokerStars Casino?

UK reviews list a £10 minimum on most payment methods, though one reports £8. You need at least £20 to qualify for the casino welcome offer.

Does PokerStars Casino have a mobile app?

Yes. PokerStars has native apps on the Apple App Store and Google Play, rated about 4.4/5 on iOS in early 2026 reviews. The casino also works in mobile browsers.

What games does PokerStars Casino offer?

The UK site offers slots, table games and live casino alongside its poker room and sportsbook. Reviews cite 3,500+ games from providers such as Playtech, Pragmatic Play, Red Tiger and Blueprint Gaming, with live tables from Evolution and Playtech.

Is PokerStars Casino available in Canada or Ontario?

No. PokerStars shut its standalone Ontario platform, including casino and sports, on 7 May 2026. Ontario players can now play PokerStars poker only through a FanDuel account ('PokerStars exclusively on FanDuel', launched June 2026).

Responsible gambling

PokerStars offers deposit limits, session reminders and limits, time-outs, self-exclusion, a self-assessment test and links to GAMSTOP and GambleAware. Gambling is for adults only (18+, or 19+ in most Canadian provinces). If gambling stops being fun, contact a local support service such as ConnexOntario (1-866-531-2600) or GamCare in the UK.

Facts checked September 2026. Offers and terms change often and vary by country — always check the casino's own terms before you play.