The Parimatch New Zealand Experience : An Honest Kiwi Take

Parimatch: The New Zealand Experience : What New Zealanders Should Know

Listen, here’s the context — I’m not a professional gambler. I’m a 34-year-old graphic designer from Auckland who occasionally does a punt now and then. Usually the rugby, every now and then cricket, and yes — the occasional pokies session after a few beers.

Back in March, a colleague told me about Parimatch. “Try it out,” he told me. So I tried it. This is what I learned.

Week One: The Beginning on Parimatch login

First thing Monday, half-nine, I’m at my desk with a flat white and pulling up Parimatch . co . nz. What struck me: looks professional. Not messy like certain other operators that seem like sensory overload exploded everywhere.

Registration Reality

Needed:

• My email (used my personal Gmail)
• Mobile number (NZ number obviously)
• Password
• Currency choice (NZD — obviously)
• Birthday (to confirm 18 +)

Duration: 4 minutes. Confirmation showed up right away. Clicked the link, sorted.

Critical detail: The platform didn’t immediately demand my driver’s license. That came later, once I requested a payout — more on that.

Going Mobile: the Parimatch app on a Samsung

I’ve got a Samsung Galaxy S22. Definitely not cutting-edge, but works fine.

Installation

Now here’s it gets slightly weird. Doesn’t exist in the Google Play Store. Reason? Play Store rules regarding gaming for NZ.

Workaround: Install the APK file straight from https://pericleslavat.com/. Feels suspicious, I get it. But it’s totally normal in this industry.

Steps I followed:

1. Went to Parimatch site via mobile browser
2. Found download link
3. Samsung gave warning about installing “unknown sources” — permitted installation
4. Got (105 MB)
5. Opened the app

Complete setup: 6 minutes.

Daily Use

What works:

• Speedy performance — slots load in 3-4 seconds (including on 4G)
• Live markets works great (essential for All Blacks games)
• Touch ID works (most of the time)
• Power usage is reasonable (compared to some platforms that kill battery)

Problems:

• App notifications are excessive — expect promotions at odd hours
• Occasional crashes (maybe once weekly)
• Screen rotation has issues

Betting Options from NZ via Parimatch online?

This becomes where it matters. Because if you can’t bet on what interests you, what’s the point?

The Rugby (Obviously)

As a Kiwi, this is always the dealbreaker. Positive news: comprehensive coverage.

I tested this: All Blacks vs Springboks, last month. Options included:

• 1X2
• Margin
• Over / under
• First try
• HT / FT result
• Tries markets

Prices were decent — verified against TAB and they was typically slightly better.

Beyond Rugby

Cricket: Excellent coverage (especially T20s). Domestic T20? Inconsistent.

The horses: Better than expected. Local tracks covered well. Racing from Australia also.

Football: Premier League, UCL, all the competitions — good. Phoenix? Limited.

Casino Games: Do I Use It?

Confession time: I’m not a serious slots player. However Friday nights, when relaxed, I’ll tried some games.

Slot Selection

Marketed: “3500+ games”. In practice: I’ve played around 20. Here’s what I actually enjoyed:

What I do: Won’t deposit more than $100 at once. If I double it, I withdraw. Basic rule, prevents problems.

Deposits and Withdrawals: The Real Deal

This section matters most. Since there can be excellent games, however when you can’t withdraw winnings, it’s useless?

Putting Money In

Options for New Zealanders:

• Visa / Mastercard (Visa, Mastercard, even POLi)
• Direct transfer (slower)
• Bitcoin (if you prefer)

Missing: Any Kiwi options such as POLi payments operating immediately.

Minimum deposit: $20 NZD. Seems acceptable.

My usual method: My card. Funds arrive in two mins. Haven’t encountered delays.

Taking Money Out

Now here’s it became tricky.

First time (after winning $340 betting on a parlay):

1. Clicked withdraw: Tuesday, 10am
2. Email arrived stating must provide documents
3. Submitted license plus current power bill
4. Approved: Thursday
5. Money hit my bank: Friday morning

Timeframe: 72 hours. Not quick, though acceptable first time.

Later withdrawal ($ 220 from slots):

Initiated: Monday afternoon, 3pm. Funds showed: Tuesday, 11am. Significantly quicker.

Common Questions I Had

Is Parimatch Legal in New Zealand?

Complicated. They operate with offshore licensing ( Curacao-based). Isn’t illegal for New Zealanders to access overseas operators, however they aren’t regulated by NZ authorities.

What this means: You can use it, however when disputes happen, local protection won’t apply.

How Does It Compare to TAB?

Final Thoughts Half a Year Later

What I like:

• Higher payouts than TAB (mainly on rugby)
• Solid app performance
• Lots of options betting options
• NZD support (no exchange costs)

What I don’t like:

• Payout delays (especially initially)
• Not NZ regulated
• Limited Kiwi payment options
• Promotion conditions are demanding

Would I recommend it?

If you’re seasoned with online betting and seek higher returns compared to TAB — absolutely. Just understand that regulatory position.

For beginners to online betting and prefer security of NZ regulation — stay with TAB or maybe wait for locally licensed platforms.

Personally? I split my betting. TAB when easy and horses. Parimatch for bigger parlays where better odds count.

Bet responsibly, know your limits, and never bet more than you can afford to risk. Kia kaha!