VIP - First Impression

The VIP sportsbook, while simplistically designed, places a premium on information dissemination. VIP users can take advantage of a comprehensive wagering guide and an FAQ section related to wagering with offshore sportsbooks.

VIP Customer Service

For those seeking additional information or wanting to speak to a representative directly, VIP has a 24-hour customer support line. VIP ' customer service representatives, while businesslike and clearly focused on limiting call-times, are very knowledgeable with regards to both sports betting and technical compatibility questions.

Getting Started at VIP Sports

VIP ' sports betting account creation is an automated process, but those looking to test drive the system have the option of creating a demo account. After filling out a simple form and providing a valid email address, VIP users are sent a confirmation message that allows them to log-in and experience the user interface prior to committing any money. The interface itself is minimalistic but functional. Even novice VIP online bettors can easily select events, place wagers and track their sports bets.

VIP Deposit Options

Once VIP users are ready to place wagers, they can deposit funds via Credit Card, Cashiers Check, Wire Deposit, NETeller Deposits, NETeller Instacash, Direct Cash Deposit or FirePay. A 20% deposit bonus is impressive, but even more impressive is VIP ' maximum deposit bonus: It's a whopping $1,000, surely something that attracts most high-stake players. Those using credit cards or concerned about privacy when making deposits can read through VIP 's detailed policy on information gathering and use.

VIP Payouts

VIP payouts are fast, I received my money in seven calendar days.

VIP Wagering Options

The events covered at VIP focus on International sports as much as US-based ones. Online sports bettors can bet on Auto Racing, Boxing, Football, Golf, Horse racing, Soccer and Tennis, as well as the four major US sports. If Bets, Parlays, Props, Futures, Straights and Teasers are all offered and VIP contains comprehensive explanations of each bet type. Reaching out to a wide audience of online sports bettors with their sporting events, also provides access in Dutch, Korean and Chinese. The casino at VIP is also first-rate and features such favorites as poker and Caribbean Stud.

Withdrawing Funds at VIP

When VIP users are ready to make a withdrawal, they can select from Credit Card withdrawal, FedEx Cashiers Check, NETeller, Regular Mail Withdrawal, Direct Cash or FirePay. NETeller is the preferred form of deposits and withdrawals. The 24-hour toll-free assistance is a huge plus when VIP sports bettors have questions regarding the withdrawal process, as is the guaranteed 8-hour turnaround time on all emailed inquiries.

VIP Bottom Line

VIP sportsbook is a first-rate, well-run online sports book with a significant upside and very few, if any, downsides. For online gamblers who take their sports betting seriously, VIP is as good a bet as any.