What Is PayNow and Why Do Casino Players Prefer It?
PayNow is Singapore's national real-time payment system, operated by the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS). It lets you transfer money instantly between bank accounts using just a mobile number or NRIC/FIN number — no bank account number required.
For online casino deposits, PayNow has several clear advantages over traditional bank transfers and card payments:
- Instant settlement: Funds arrive in your casino account within seconds, not minutes or hours.
- Zero transaction fees: PayNow transfers have no fees for the sender. The casino absorbs any processing cost.
- 24/7 availability: Unlike bank FAST transfers that occasionally have maintenance windows, PayNow is available at all hours including public holidays.
- No card data exposure: Your card number is never shared with the casino, eliminating one common fraud risk.
- High limits: Most Singapore banks allow PayNow transfers of up to SGD 200,000 per day via mobile banking apps.
Which Singapore Banks Support PayNow?
PayNow is supported by all major Singapore retail banks. The following institutions allow PayNow transfers via their mobile apps:
| Bank | App | PayNow Support |
|---|---|---|
| DBS / POSB | DBS PayLah! / digibank | ✅ Full support |
| OCBC | OCBC Digital / PayAnyone | ✅ Full support |
| UOB | UOB TMRW / UOB Mighty | ✅ Full support |
| Standard Chartered | SC Mobile | ✅ Full support |
| Citibank | Citi Mobile | ✅ Full support |
| Maybank | MAE | ✅ Full support |
| GrabPay | Grab | ✅ PayNow linked |
| Singtel Dash | Dash | ✅ PayNow linked |
How to Deposit at 1XACE Singapore Using PayNow
Follow these steps to make a PayNow deposit at 1XACE. The process takes under 60 seconds once your account is set up.
- Log in to your 1XACE account at 1xace.biz. If you do not have an account yet, registration takes under 2 minutes — see our registration guide.
- Click "Deposit" in the top menu or in your account dashboard.
- Select "PayNow" from the list of payment options.
- Enter the amount you wish to deposit. The minimum deposit at 1XACE is SGD 10.
- A PayNow QR code is generated on screen with the exact transfer amount pre-filled.
- Open your banking app (DBS, OCBC, UOB, GrabPay, etc.) and use the Scan QR / PayNow feature to scan the code.
- Confirm the transfer in your banking app. The payment completes instantly.
- Return to 1XACE — your balance is updated within seconds. You can start playing immediately.
How to Withdraw from 1XACE to Your Singapore Bank via PayNow
Withdrawals at 1XACE are processed to your registered bank account. For Singapore players, bank transfers using PayNow infrastructure are the standard withdrawal method.
- Log in and click "Withdrawal" in your account dashboard.
- Select "Bank Transfer" and enter your Singapore bank account details. You only need to do this once — details are saved for future withdrawals.
- Enter the withdrawal amount. The minimum withdrawal at 1XACE is SGD 50. The daily maximum is SGD 1,000 for standard accounts.
- Confirm the request. Processing time is typically same-day for requests submitted before 6 PM SGT. Requests submitted after 6 PM are processed the next business day.
Note: If you claimed a welcome bonus, you must complete the wagering requirement before withdrawing the bonus funds. Your original deposit amount is always withdrawable immediately regardless of bonus status.
PayNow vs Other Casino Payment Methods in Singapore
| Method | Deposit Speed | Withdrawal Speed | Fees | Min Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PayNow | Instant | Same day | Zero | SGD 10 |
| GrabPay | Instant | N/A (deposit only) | Zero | SGD 10 |
| Visa / Mastercard | Instant | 3–5 days | Possible | SGD 10 |
| Bitcoin (BTC) | 10–30 min | 30–60 min | Network fee | SGD 20 |
| USDT (TRC20) | 1–5 min | 5–15 min | ~SGD 1 | SGD 20 |
For most Singapore players, PayNow offers the best combination of speed, cost and convenience. Cryptocurrency is useful for players who want higher privacy or larger single transaction limits.
Common PayNow Deposit Questions
Is there a maximum PayNow deposit amount at 1XACE?
1XACE does not impose a maximum on individual PayNow deposits. However, your bank may have its own daily transfer limits — for most Singapore banks this is between SGD 30,000 and SGD 200,000 per day via the mobile app. Contact your bank if you need a higher daily limit.
My PayNow transfer completed but my casino balance did not update — what happened?
This is rare but can happen if the casino's payment processor experienced a brief delay. First, wait 2–3 minutes and refresh your account page. If the balance still has not updated, take a screenshot of your bank transfer confirmation (showing the reference number and amount) and contact 1XACE support via Telegram or WhatsApp. The support team can manually credit the deposit within minutes.
Can I use GrabPay instead of PayNow?
Yes. GrabPay is accepted as a separate payment method at 1XACE and functions similarly — instant deposit, no fees, SGD 10 minimum. GrabPay is ideal if your GrabPay wallet has a balance from GrabRewards or other sources that you want to use for casino play.
Is it safe to use PayNow at an online casino?
Yes, PayNow is one of the safest casino deposit methods. You never share your bank account number or card details with the casino — only the PayNow QR code is used. 1XACE uses 256-bit SSL encryption for all transactions. Additionally, PayNow transfers show clearly in your banking app statement, making it easy to track your spending.
Summary: PayNow Is the Best Casino Payment Method for Singapore Players
PayNow gives Singapore casino players the fastest deposits, zero fees, and same-day withdrawals — all through banking apps they already use daily. At 1XACE Singapore, PayNow is available 24/7 with a minimum deposit of just SGD 10 and no transaction fees on either side.
If you are ready to get started, create your 1XACE account in 2 minutes and make your first deposit via PayNow today.