Besides the rules of the actual game, certain unwritten rules of etiquette exist while playing roulette and are expected to be followed. Many consider these guidelines as important as the actual rules themselves. New players should familiarize themselves with them before approaching a roulette table. Tipping etiquette may vary by location (tipping the croupier at the table is prohibited in the United Kingdom), but it is generally considered polite to tip your croupier when you leave the table.^[1]

Rules related to casino security

• Players are not to collect their winnings and betting chips on the outside chances until all of the winnings in the same box (e.g. all bets and winnings on 'red') have been paid. This is to avoid confusion and minimize the chance for players to steal other players' chips.

• Players must not touch chips after the dealer gives the hand signal or announces "no more bets". Players are not allowed to remove, change or add bets past this point.

• When the dealer has placed the "dolly" (the plastic marker used to mark the winning number) it is strictly prohibited to touch any chips on a winning chance.

• Dealers are not allowed to take money to change for chips from a player's hand. If you wish to change you must place the money on the layout of the table.

• The use of electronic equipment at the table such as mobile phones and cameras is also prohibited.

Commonly observed etiquette

• It is generally preferable to place chips on the board rather than tossing them. Tossed chips may roll on to displace other bets or roll down to the "chipping machine". If the player cannot reach to place a bet himself he should announce the bet to the dealer. This will be treated as any other call bet.

• Changes for cash or color chips are supposed to be done in between spins. If the dealer has time he will make changes during the spin but he will most likely prioritize call bets before changes.

• All call bets are considered courtesy bets and are only placed if the dealer has time to change and place the bets. The bet is considered taken only if the dealer and the inspector dealer has repeated the bet. If the dealer does not take the bet he will announce "no bet". To argue with the dealer about which bets have been taken is considered extremely impolite and will most likely render a warning from the inspector dealer or pit boss.

• No food or drink is allowed over the table. Most casinos have a "table fee" that you are forced to pay if you spill on the table layout.

• Upon leaving the table it is considered polite to leave a tip for the dealer, although some Casinos prohibit employees from accepting tips.Australia Network - Wrest Point Casino

Notes

1. ^ Roulette Etiquette

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