Case file #CB-2026Updated 30 Oct 2026Reviewed for Canada (excl. ON, AB)
Cleobetra Casino review for Canadian players
A huge game library and an Egyptian theme, backed by a light-touch Anjouan licence. We went through the bonus terms, the cashier and what other sources say, and marked every place where the numbers don't match.
Disclosure: Northfile is independent and not affiliated with Cleobetra or NovaForge Ltd. “Visit” links are affiliate links. That never changes the score.
19+ (18+ in MB, QC) · Not available in Ontario or Alberta · T&Cs apply
Cleobetra at a glance
- Operator
- NovaForge Ltd.
- Licence
- Anjouan (Comoros), ALSI-152406028-FI2
- Canadian licence
- None, not on iGaming Ontario
- Restricted
- Ontario; Alberta per several sources
- Welcome
- Up to C$1,500 + 350 free spins
- Wagering
- 35x bonus, 40x free spins
- Min. deposit
- C$15 to C$45 by method, C$30 for bonus
- Withdrawals
- Up to 3 days, bank up to 8
- Games
- 7,800+ from about 70 studios
- Extras
- Sportsbook, live casino, VIP levels
- Support
- 24/7 live chat, email, English and French
- App
- Browser only, no app
What we liked, and what we didn't
Credit Strong points
- One of the biggest libraries we have seen: thousands of slots from Evolution, Play'n GO, Hacksaw, NetEnt and others
- Live casino with Canadian-themed blackjack tables
- Welcome package spread over three deposits, with a clear 35x wagering rule
- Wide cashier: Interac, e-wallets, vouchers and crypto
- 24/7 live chat, with French support
Debit Weak points
- Anjouan licence: thin oversight and no Canadian regulator to complain to
- Not available in Ontario, and reportedly not in Alberta
- Few self-service limit tools reported; self-exclusion is through support
- KYC on first withdrawal can take days
- Figures differ between the main site and Canadian pages (see Exhibit D)
Cleobetra suits you if
- you mainly play slots and want variety above all,
- you live outside Ontario and Alberta and accept an offshore licence,
- you are happy to verify your ID before your first withdrawal,
- you play with a firm budget you set yourself.
Skip it if
- you are in Ontario or Alberta,
- you want a provincial regulator behind your account,
- you rely on built-in deposit and loss limits,
- you need your winnings the same day, every time.
Up to C$1,500 + 350 free spins, in three parts
The package as reported for Canadian players. Free spins are for Cash of Egypt. Neteller and Skrill deposits do not qualify.
plus 200 free spins
plus 100 free spins
no free spins listed
The library is the main reason to sign up
Counts vary by source and change often. These are the figures we saw, rounded down.
Total games
Some sources and the main site show higher category counts.
Studios
From big names to smaller studios like Iconic21 and Spinomenal.
Live tables
Blackjack, roulette, baccarat and game shows, Canadian tables included.
Sportsbook
Same balance as the casino, with separate promotions.
Where the sources disagree
We compared the operator's own pages with published reviews. These figures did not match. When in doubt, the terms in your account are what count.
| Item | One source says | Another says | What we use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome bonus | Up to C$1,500 + 350 FS | C$ version, check in cashier | |
| Free spins | 350 in the headline | Expect 300, ask support | |
| Launch year | Operating since 2017 | Unclear, treat as a young brand | |
| Number of games | 7,800+ | 7,800+, the lowest figure | |
| Live tables | 167 | 160+ | |
| Licensing body | Anjouan Gaming Board | Anjouan, check number in footer | |
| Alberta | Restricted | Treat as restricted |
Payments in brief
Times are after Cleobetra approves the request. No casino fees are reported.
| Method | Min. deposit | Withdrawal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interac | See cashier | Fastest option | Reported as the quickest way to cash out in Canada |
| MuchBetter, Jeton, MiFinity | C$20 | Up to 3 days | Often within 24 hours |
| Skrill, Neteller | C$20 | Up to 3 days | Excluded from the welcome bonus |
| Mastercard | C$20 | Deposit only | Some Canadian banks block gambling payments |
| Paysafecard, Neosurf, Cash2Code | C$15 to C$20 | Deposit only | Vouchers, you need another method to withdraw |
| Bitcoin, Litecoin, Dogecoin | C$20 to C$45 | Up to 3 days | BTC minimum withdrawal reported at C$90 |
| Bank transfer | n/a | Up to 8 days | Slowest option |
Is Cleobetra legit?
It is a real, working casino with a licence from Anjouan, an island of the Comoros. That licence lets it operate, but it is among the lightest regimes in online gambling: no Canadian regulator oversees it, and there is no independent body in Canada you can escalate a complaint to.
- Ontario: not registered with iGaming Ontario. Not available, and we do not recommend it to anyone located there.
- Alberta: listed as restricted by several sources.
- Elsewhere in Canada: accepts players, but it is not authorized by any province. Provincial sites such as PlayNow, Loto-Québec or ALC offer stronger protection.
Signing up, the careful way
- Check your provinceNot in Ontario or Alberta, and of legal age where you are.
- Read the restricted countries and bonus termsBefore you deposit, not after you win.
- Register with your real detailsThey must match your ID, or withdrawals will stall.
- Upload ID and proof of address right awayKYC is required before your first withdrawal.
- Decide on the bonusOpt out if you want to withdraw freely. Use our wagering calculator first.
- Set your own limitsWrite down your budget. Ask support for a deposit limit if you cannot set one yourself.
Our verdict: 6.9 / 10
Great for slot variety, average on payments, weak on regulation. Fine as an occasional, budgeted pastime outside Ontario and Alberta. Not where we would keep a large balance.
Cleobetra questions, answered
Is Cleobetra Casino legit?
Cleobetra is a working online casino run by NovaForge Ltd. under a licence from the Anjouan gaming authority (Comoros). It has KYC checks and real games from known studios. It is not licensed by any Canadian province, and Anjouan is one of the lightest licensing regimes, so your options in a dispute are limited.
Can I play at Cleobetra in Ontario?
No. Cleobetra is not registered with iGaming Ontario or the AGCO and does not accept players located in Ontario. Use an operator registered with iGaming Ontario instead.
Is Cleobetra available in Alberta?
Several sources list Alberta as a restricted region. Check the restricted countries list in Cleobetra's terms before you sign up. If Alberta is listed, do not open an account.
Does Cleobetra accept Interac?
Interac is reported as available for Canadian players, alongside Mastercard, e-wallets such as MuchBetter, Skrill and MiFinity, vouchers and crypto. Check the cashier, because the method list depends on your location.
How fast are Cleobetra withdrawals?
Most methods are listed at up to 3 days, with e-wallets often faster and bank transfers taking up to 8 days. Your first withdrawal also waits for KYC verification, which third-party reviews describe as taking several days.
What is the Cleobetra welcome bonus?
For Canadian players it is reported as up to C$1,500 plus 350 free spins over three deposits: 100% up to C$750 plus 200 spins, 75% up to C$450 plus 100 spins, and 50% up to C$300. The minimum deposit is C$30 and wagering is 35x on the bonus and 40x on spin winnings. The main site shows the offer in euros, so confirm the terms in your account.
Is there a Cleobetra app?
No. Cleobetra runs in the mobile browser on iPhone, Android and tablets. There is no app in the App Store or Google Play.
Are Cleobetra winnings taxable in Canada?
For recreational players, gambling winnings are generally not taxable in Canada, wherever the casino is based. Professional gamblers can be treated differently.