Meridianbet Bookmaker Review

About Meridianbet and Meridian Gaming Ltd.

Meridianbet is operated by the company Meridian Gaming Ltd. It has a registered office in Malta and holds a license granted by Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/B2C/134/2007). The company was acquired by iGaming giant Golden Matrix Group in 2004.

The bookmaker states on its website that it operates in 40+ countries and has 2,000+ employees. It runs 1,000+ land-based betting shops and has more than one million online users across the markets it operates in.

Meridian Gaming is engaged in a number of social responsibility projects and support programs. It contributes to Red Cross centers, sponsors global and national medical institutions, takes part in charity programs, and actively runs awareness-raising campaigns. Its 2024 ESG Report shows that the company had around 300 CSR (corporate social responsibility) actions in 25 markets and reduced its energy usage. The company also became part of the “5% Club,” which includes operators that fully own and maintain their technology in-house.

Meridian Gaming reported $29.2 million in revenue for the second quarter of 2024, marking a 16% year-over-year increase. Meanwhile, Golden Matrix Group had a revenue of $43.2 million in the same period.

Where You Can Bet With Meridianbet

Meridianbet operates in Europe, Africa, and Latin America. Its core markets are Tanzania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus, and Malta. The bookie holds local licenses in each of these countries and several others, like Belgium and Peru. It also expanded its business in the past 12 months to Brazil, South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria, among other countries.

The bookmaker is also available and accepts users in several other parts of the world as an offshore bookie thanks to its Malta Gaming Authority license.

Meridianbet Licenses

Belgium Gaming Commission

Company name Mybestodss B.V.

• URL meridianbet.be
• License number FA+ 126361

Betting Control and Licensing Board Of Kenya

Company name Gameday Enterprises Limited

• License number BK-0001210; PG-0001209
• Trade names Meridianbet
• URLs meridianbet.ke
• Status Active

Gaming Board of Tanzania

Company name BIT TECH LIMITED

• Trade Name Meridianbet
• Licence 004457
• Status Active

Lagos State Lotteries Board (LSLB)

Company name Masterslive Network Limited

• Category ID ONLINE SPORTS BETTING/ONLINE CASINO
• Trade Name Meridianbet
• License Start Date November 4 2024
• License End Date November 03 2025
• Status Active

Malta Gaming Authority (MGA)

Company name Meridian Gaming Limited

• Address 8, Villa Seminia, Sir Temi Zammit Avenue, Ta' Xbiex, XBX 1011, Malta
• Email Address [email protected]
• Contact No 21319493
• Licence Number MGA/GDR/CL4/8/2018; MGA/GDR/CL3/30/2017; MGA/GDR/CL2/13/2018; MGA/B2B/712/2019; MGA/B2C/134/2007;
• Licence Type B2B - Critical Supply Licence
• Game Type Approved Type 1 Gaming Services - Gaming and Control Systems Information; Type 2 Gaming Services - Gaming and Control Systems Information; Type 1 Gaming Services; Type 2 Gaming Services
• Status Licensed
• Website Urls www.meridianbet.com

Ministry of Finance (Serbia)

Company name MERIDIAN TECH LLC

• Licence number 06.05/463-40/23
• Issued JUNE 8, 2023
• Status Active

Montenegro Gambling License

Company name Meridianbet Montenegro DOO

• Licence number 02/01-38/3
• URLs meridianbet.me
• Status Active

National Betting Authority of Cyprus

Company name Meridian Gaming (CY) Ltd

• Licence number B009
• URLS meridianbet.com.cy
• From March 20, 2025
• To March 19, 2027
• Status Active

Peru Gambling Authority

Company name Meridian Gaming Peru S.A.C.

• Licence number 3321-2024-MINCETUR/VMT/DGJCMT
• Status Active

Offshore Jurisdictions

The Malta Gaming Authority license is considered one of the strongest in the iGaming industry. It is known for strict rules about segregation of player funds, responsible gambling, anti-money laundering, and transparency.

The license is popular among operators because it provides them with credibility with punters and financial institutions. It also allows them to operate in the European Union as well as international markets where the license is accepted.

Regulatory Track Records

Meridianbet didn’t have too many troubles with regulators over the years. One notable case was in 2021, when the bookie was fined €88,937 for regulatory breaches. According to Malta’s Financial Intelligence Analysis Unit (FIAU), the bookie’s Business Risk Assessment (BRA) did not provide a “comprehensive assessment of the money laundering/financing of terrorism (ML/FT) risks that the Company was exposed to through its operations.

There is no publicly available information on how Meridianbet solved this case. However, considering that the bookie is still a Malta Gaming Authority license holder, it most likely accepted the fine and addressed the highlighted issues.

Odds

Meridianbet posts first odds for matches in high-profile football leagues seven to 14 days before kick-off. Bettors can usually find odds for the upcoming two matchdays of the top five European leagues. It’s the same case with other competitions that have weekly games like the NFL. For the NBA, the prices become available only for the upcoming games of each team.

The odds for outrights are posted much earlier. Usually, you find odds for the winners of particular competitions as soon as the previous season or tournament finishes. This is the case across all sports, ranging from the English Premier League in football to the LEN Champions League in water polo.

The bookmaker offers four odds formats: decimal, American, fractional, and Hong Kong. The decimal format is the default and displays odds to two decimals. You can quickly switch between formats by clicking on the settings icon in the header of the website.

The real-time odds-change indicator is provided, with increasing odds being marked with a flashing green arrow and decreasing odds with a flashing red arrow. Punters who are wondering about the movement of prices can easily check that out by navigating to the event and clicking on the line graph icon. Here, you’ll see how odds changed in the past 24 hours. However, there is no built-in odds comparison tool available.

Meridianbet has the best margins for football and basketball with 4% and 5% respectively. It’s around 6% for American football and close to 8% for tennis. The bookmaker doesn’t explain how margins are calculated and doesn’t provide implied probability tools.

Leagues	Average Margin	Average Payout
Bundesliga	4%	96%
Champions League	4%	96%
Europa League	4%	96%
La Liga	4%	96%
Premier League	4%	96%
Serie A	4%	96%
EFL Cup	9%	91%
Ligue 1	4%	96%
Scottish Premiership	12%	88%
NBA	8%	92%
MLB	6%	94%
NFL	6%	94%
NHL	9%	91%
UFC	8%	92%

Payment Options

Punters can use a wide range of payment methods at Meridianbet, but the available options will depend on the market. The cryptocurrency is not supported.

For example, in Tanzania, bettors can fund their accounts using mobile payment services: Mixx by Yas, M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Halo Pesa, and M-Lipa. They can also opt for QR Code and Selcom Huduma agents. The quickest and easiest way to make a deposit is to visit one of Meridianbet’s betting shop locations.

For withdrawals, bettors can use any of the previously mentioned methods. The mobile payment services only allow withdrawals up to the amount previously deposited using the same option. For larger payouts, punters need to schedule a withdrawal in the betting shop.

The minimum deposit amount is 100 TZS for all methods; the minimum withdrawal is 100 TZS for betting shops and 1,000 TZS for other options. The daily withdrawal limit is 5,000,000 TZS, and the weekly withdrawal limit is 100,000,000 TZS. All deposit and withdrawal methods are free of charge.

Once you click on your preferred method, you will get detailed instructions and a reminder about the minimum amounts. The bookie’s Help Center also provides step-by-step guides and FAQs for each option.

Betting Variety

Meridianbet covers 38 distinct sports. Aside from mainstream sports, the list includes several niche options and regional favorites like squash, futsal, and kabaddi. Punters can also find events from emerging sports like basketball 3×3, floorball, and netball.

The bookmaker offers markets for eFootball and several other major Esports titles. The list features Counter-Strike, Dota 2, League of Legends, Mobile Legends, and Overwatch 2. Punters can place bets on a variety of specials as well, including politics and entertainment. The bookie provides an option to bet over/under on fantasy points for prominent footballers. There are plenty of virtual sports available, like football, basketball, and golf, as well as virtual dog racing and virtual horse racing.

Meridianbet does a great job of offering markets from lower divisions and women’s and youth leagues for core sports. For football, you will find at least the second division for the majority of nations and prominent women’s football competitions like NWSL and the Women’s Super League. For basketball, there are the WNBA and college basketball for men and women. Also, the pre-season matches, friendlies, regional cups, and reserve leagues are included.

The flagship matches for soccer, like English Premier League games, have 3,000+ markets available. The NBA games surpass 1,000+ markets. The market counters are visible in the event header.

Punters can choose between standard markets like match winners, over/under and totals on goals/points, and correct score. The bookie also includes a variety of player props like goals, assists, shots, and tackles. There are also period markets like 1st half scores and totals, and intervals like first 15 minutes, first 30 minutes, and first 70 minutes.

The sportsbook offers a Bet Builder feature, which allows you to combine multiple selections from a single game. You can also place cross-sport outright parlays or even combine them with standard markets.

When looking at the list of available events on a particular day or for a particular league, bettors can filter out the available boosted odds or outrights. When clicking on the specific event, there is a choice to filter out markets according to their type. Among the offered options are main, goals, final scores, home and away, double chance, and time games.

Competitions	Bet Types	Betting Markets	Bet Conditions
La Liga	1x2, Both Teams to Score, Clean Sheet, Correct Score, Double Chance, Double Result, Draw No Bet, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under, Same-Game Parlay, Win to Nil	Goals, Player Props	1st Half, 2nd Half, Both Halves, Either Half, Team 1, Team 2, Time Interval
Bundesliga	1x2, Both Teams to Score, Clean Sheet, Correct Score, Double Chance, Double Result, Draw No Bet, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under, Same-Game Parlay, Win to Nil	Goals, Player Props	1st Half, 2nd Half, Both Halves, Either Half, Range, Team 1, Team 2, Time Interval
Ligue 1	1x2, Both Teams to Score, Clean Sheet, Correct Score, Double Chance, Double Result, Draw No Bet, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under, Same-Game Parlay, Win from Behind, Win to Nil	Goals, Player Props	1st Half, 2nd Half, Both Halves, Either Half, Range, Team 1, Team 2
Serie A	1x2, Both Teams to Score, Clean Sheet, Correct Score, Double Chance, Double Result, Draw No Bet, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under, Same-Game Parlay, Win to Nil	Goals, Player Props	1st Half, 2nd Half, Both Halves, Either Half
EFL Cup	1x2, Both Teams to Score, Correct Score, Double Chance, Double Result, Draw No Bet, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under, Same-Game Parlay	Goals	1st Half, 2nd Half, Both Halves, Team 1, Team 2, Time Interval
Scottish Premiership	1x2, Both Teams to Score, Clean Sheet, Correct Score, Double Chance, Double Result, Draw No Bet, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under, Same-Game Parlay, Win to Nil	Goals, Player Props	1st Half, 2nd Half, Both Halves, Either Half, Team 1, Team 2
Premier League	1x2, Both Teams to Score, Clean Sheet, Correct Score, Double Chance, Double Result, Draw No Bet, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under, Win to Nil	Goals, Player Props	1st Half, 2nd Half, Both Halves, Either Half, Team 1, Team 2, Time Interval
Europa League	1x2, Both Teams to Score, Clean Sheet, Double Chance, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Over/Under, Same-Game Parlay	Corners, Goals, Player Props	1st Half, 2nd Half, Range, Team 1, Team 2
NBA	1x2, Handicap, Over/Under, Same-Game Parlay	-	Include Overtime
MLB	1x2, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under	-	Include Overtime, Team 1, Team 2
NFL	1x2, Handicap, Over/Under	Goals, Highest scoring half, Quarter Result	1st Half, 1st Quarter, 2nd Half, 2nd Quarter, 3rd inning, 4th Quarter, Include Overtime, Team 1, Team 2
NHL	1x2, Correct Score, Double Chance, First/Last Goal, Handicap, Odd/Even, Over/Under, Will there be overtime?	Goals, Period Result	1st period, 2nd period, 3rd period, Include Overtime, Include penalties, Team 1, Team 2
UFC	Over/Under, Winner	-	-

Live Betting and Streaming

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Most pre-match sports that Meridianbet covers are also available for live betting. This includes major sports like football and tennis, but also the likes of darts, snooker, badminton, and handball. The coverage extends to lower-tier leagues and youth competitions. Live markets are available 24/7.

Flagship football matches usually have 400+ live markets. You can bet on the final score, who will win the rest of the match, totals, next goal, and double chance. The selection of player props is limited to goal scorers.

Meridianbet doesn’t offer a live streaming option. Instead, the bookie relies on animated match-trackers, which provide a glimpse into the action on the field. Each major match comes with comprehensive statistics and info on head-to-head records, standings, and lineups. The timeline tab features commentary on the key moments in the game.

Competitions	Live Betting	Live Streaming
Bundesliga
Champions League
Europa League
La Liga
Premier League
Serie A
EFL Cup
FA Cup
Ligue 1
MLS
Scottish Premiership
NBA
MLB
NFL
NHL
UFC
IPL
Formula 1
AFL
Australian Open
French Open
US Open
Wimbledon
PGA Championship
US Open Golf

Bonuses and Promotions

Meridianbet in Tanzania offers two types of welcome bonuses for punters. Both deals are a deposit-match percentage. Neither requires a promo code.

The first offer includes a 150% bonus for the first, 200% for the second, and 250% for the third deposit, alongside 150 free spins. The minimum deposit amount is 1,000 TZS; the maximum amount of bonus that can be received is 50,000 TZS. To become eligible for the bonuses, punters need to wager their first deposit in six days, their second deposit in eight days, and their third deposit in 10 days after the day of registration. The bets need to be placed at odds of 1.95 or higher.

The second offer is a 150% match on the first deposit plus up to 150 free spins. To qualify for it, bettors are required to fund their account with at least 1,000 TZS and wager the full amount. The bet needs to have at least three selections, with each having odds of 1.95 or higher. The maximum bonus amount is 50,000 TZS. The cap on winnings with bonus funds is also 50,000 TZS.

Meridianbet also runs a variety of other promotions. It frequently organizes smartphone giveaways. Users are required to place a bet during a specified period to take part in the giveaway draw. There is also a Jackpot promo, where punters can win up to 200,000,000 TZS by correctly guessing the outcomes of 13 predetermined matches.

Among regular promotions, Meridianbet frequently provides boosted odds on selected matches. There is also an accumulator boost, which can go up to 300% depending on the number of selections and odds. The cashback promo offers winnings on bets with one missed selection based on the wager and odds. The bookie refunds stakes on eligible losing bets.

The bookie also runs an Early Payout promotion for top football leagues. If your team gets a 2-0 lead at any point in the match, the bet will be settled as a winning one.

Website

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Meridianbet has a great-looking website with a modern interface. You can easily switch between dark and light themes using a quick toggle in the upper-right corner. The pages load fast even on a mobile connection, and switching between sections is easy. Also, the real-time odds refresh instantly without the need to do a manual reload. The navigation could be better, since it takes time to figure out where everything is.

The main menu is clear and intuitive. You need to click on the sport that interests you, select the country, and choose the desired league. Above the main menu is the list of featured football leagues. You can also click on the star next to the name of any league to add it to favorites. This section is situated below the “FEATURED LEAGUES” part of the sports menu and provides one-click access to your favorite competitions. It remains remembered between sections.

Navigating to particular competitions, events, or players is even easier with a predictive search option. You only need to start typing the term, and the platform will automatically start listing corresponding markets.

The bet slip is conveniently situated on the right and doesn’t interfere with the main content. It comes with a variety of functions, including viewing open and settled stakes or checking the status of physical bet tickets. Punters can also get a code that they can use to place a wager in the betting shop if they don’t have funds in their account.

Meridianbet doesn’t have any social features like community bets or leaderboards. You also won’t find options for any type of notifications.

Mobile Betting

Meridianbet provides mobile betting through its mobile web app, iOS app, Android app, and Huawei app. Mobile app users are eligible for an exclusive promotion. They can receive up to 10,000 TZS in a refund if their first bet on the app is a losing one.

Mobile Web App

The mobile web app is slow and glitchy. Sometimes you are clicking on the screen and nothing happens, requiring a refresh. It loads significantly slower compared to the desktop website.

One frustrating thing is that the navigation is horizontal in several cases. For example, the shortcuts to sports and markets need to be swiped left or right, which can be tedious at times. However, the bookie made a great solution with the bet slip. It is designed as a small circle in the bottom part of the screen and shows odds and the number of selections. Once you click on it, you are taken to the full bet-slip, which takes up the entire screen.

The main menu isn’t as intuitive as we would like it to be. You can get to competitions in two taps if they are featured or in your favorites. For everything else, you need to tap on the menu button (if you are not on the sports home page), select “Sports,” tap on “All,” and then pick the option you need. You will get all the events listed out, requiring you to tap on “Competitions” and then finally select the league you want. However, the shortcut to the predictive search function in the footer can be used to deal with these issues.

iOS App

Punters who use Apple devices with iOS, like iPhone and iPad, can download the designated app through the App Store. The app is the same as the mobile web app in terms of design. The only major difference is the option to turn on notifications for bonuses, missions, and info. Also, the app supports fingerprint scan for added security.

Android App

In order to get the Android app, you will need to download and install the APK file from Meridianbet’s mobile site. The link should appear as a banner at the top of the screen. Alternatively, you can find the link by tapping on the main menu and selecting “Mobile apps.” You will be redirected to the mobile apps page, and the download will start immediately. If it doesn’t, you can tap on “Download” under the Android logo.

The Android app also looks identical to the mobile web app and has notifications and fingerprint scan features like the iOS app.

Security & Data Protection

Meridianbet uses TLS 1.3 encryption, which is an industry standard. It doesn’t support two-factor authentication (2-FA) or active-session controls. Another thing we noticed is that the bookie allows weak passwords. The only requirement is that the password is six characters long. However, users can activate the fingerprint scan on the mobile app.

In Terms and Conditions shared on its international website, Meridianbet states that the money deposited with the bookie is held in “designated separate client bank accounts.” But there is no mention of this in the Terms and Conditions featured on the localized website for Tanzania.

Betting Tools & Features

Meridianbet offers its users several great tools and features. The ones that are the most helpful for punters, in our opinion, are Meridianbet statistics, cash out, and AI Bet Recommender.

Meridianbet Statistics

Meridianbet statistics is a dream tool for all serious bettors. It features detailed stats for all sports offered by the bookie. You can check out overall statistics, standings, head-to-head records, injuries, and more for ongoing competitions. There is data available on the referees and stadiums.

Punters can also browse the archive for stats from previous seasons and tournaments. For example, you can check out all the results and standings for each season of the English Premier League or Italian Serie A, starting from 1993/94 onwards.

Cash Out

At Meridianbet, the cash out tool is called Turbo Cash. According to the bookie, it allows users to cash out their bets “at any moment.” It is available for pre-match and in-play singles and multiples. The bookie doesn’t share further information about the feature.

AI Bet Recommender

If you are out of ideas for your next bet, you can ask Meridianbet’s AI Bet Recommender for help. This artificial intelligence-powered tool will create a series of personalized bets for you to choose from and add to your bet slip if you wish. The recommendations range from single bets to accumulators and feature various markets.

Responsible Gambling

Meridianbet has a separate section for Responsible Gambling (RG) on its platform. You can find it at the bottom of the page on desktop and mobile.

The section contains basic information about problem gambling, tips on how to recognize the issue, and recommendations on how to enjoy gambling responsibly. There is also a link for the self-assessment tool on GamCare and links for other non-profits that offer professional help.

Meridianbet users have several RG features at their disposal. They can set deposit, bet, and loss limits on a daily, monthly, or weekly basis. Additionally, the self-exclusion option is available for a period from one day to five years or indefinitely. In order to activate any of these tools, punters are required to contact customer support.

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  Pre-Commitment Tools
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  Family and Friends Exclusion
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  Reality Check Tool
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  Gambling Transaction Blocking
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  Restrict Access to Certain Games
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  Gamification of Responsible Gambling
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  Self-Assessment Test
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  Betting History Transparency
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  Help Line Integration
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  Self-Exclusion Register Participation
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  Charity Contributions
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  Self-Exclusion Tool
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  Cool Off/Time-Out Tool
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  Mandatory Breaks
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  Spending Tracker Tools
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  Default Limits
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  Parental Control Tools
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  Third-Party Spending Monitors
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  Personalized Risk Messaging
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  Time/Session Limit Tool
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  Dual Account Monitoring
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  Positive Play Tools
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  Wager Limit Tool
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  Dynamic Risk Profiling
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  Post-Loss Reflection Periods
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  Withdrawal Lock
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  Education and Awareness Tools
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  Loss Limit Tool
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  Deposit Limit Tool
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  Age Verification Systems

Customer Support

The bookmaker provides customer support in English and the local languages of the markets it operates in. For example, in Tanzania, the default language is Swahili for all contact channels.

The operating hours of customer support are not displayed. The live chat is available at any point, but the agents are unresponsive. We waited for more than 30 minutes for someone to read our message and respond before giving up.

The sportsbook also provides customer support via phone, email, WhatsApp, and its social media pages.

Luckily, there is a detailed Help Center where users can find answers to the most common questions. This section also contains guides on deposits and withdrawals and solutions for basic issues.

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  Email (8)
  • [email protected]
  • [email protected] (me)
  • [email protected] (be)
  • [email protected] (tz)
  • [email protected] (cy)
  • [email protected] (ng)
  • [email protected] (ke)
  • [email protected] (pe)
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  Phone (11)
  • +356 2131 9493
  • 020/674-704 (me)
  • 020/512-626 (me)
  • +255 768 988 200 (tz)
  • +255 754 303 031 (tz)
  • +255 754 303 032 (tz)
  • 0800/333-440 (rs)
  • 70003247 (cy)
  • 02018878000 (ng)
  • 011 493 3637 (ke)
  • 078 879 8563 (ke)
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  Physical Office Support
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  Live Chat
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  Contact Form
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  Mobile App Support Chat
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  Community Forum
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  Knowledge Base/Help Center
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  Facebook Messenger
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  Telegram
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  WhatsApp
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  X.com

Betting Information Section

Meridianbet doesn’t have a dedicated betting information section. However, it features posts in its Help Center on betting terminology and explanations of bet types for different sports.

Sponsorship

Meridianbet’s sponsorship activities are focused on teams and competitions. The bookie has served as the title sponsor of Malta’s main cup competition, the Maltese FA Trophy, since 2024. In 2022, it became the sponsor of Montenegro’s top football division, the First Montenegrin Football League. The competition is now called Meridianbet 1. CFL.

In 2024, the sportsbook entered into a unique partnership with Serbian basketball club KK Crvena Zvezda. As part of the agreement, Meridianbet integrated its logo into the EuropeLeague club’s emblem.

The bookmaker also claims that it serves as a global betting partner for 30+ professional clubs.

What Bettors Say About Meridianbet

The bettors are split on Meridianbet. Some praise the number of available bets and betting options, but others complain about difficult navigation and inefficient customer support.

On TrustPilot, there are separate pages for Meridianbet’s platforms in Serbia, Montenegro, and Belgium. The TrustScores are 3.2, 4.3, and 3.4, respectively, but based on a small number of reviews. Still, these are good ratings compared to some competitors like 888Sport (1.1), bet365 (1.3), Betway (1.4), and Parimatch (1.7).

Besides Betting

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Meridianbet offers a variety of other gambling products to its customers, including a casino platform. Users can play numerous slots from providers like Habanero, Pragmatic, Evoplay, Playson, Spinmatic, and Playtech. Electronic table games, jackpots, and drops & wins are also available. The Live Casino section allows gamblers to play roulette, baccarat, blackjack, poker, and game shows with real dealers.

Besides the casino, Meridianbet also features Bingo, Keno, and Aviator gambling.

How to Sign up

The process of signing up with Meridianbet is one of the simplest and easiest in the industry. Still, if you need any help, here are detailed instructions:

At some point, the bookmaker might ask you to verify your account. Simply take photos of your ID card (front and back) and a recent utility bill. Send them to the Meridianbet customer support team via email. They will check out the documents and verify your account in no time.