A sweepstakes casino mail-in request is the free way to get Sweeps Coins without buying anything. You generate a one-time code in your account, handwrite a request card, and mail it to the operator, who adds Sweeps Coins if the request is valid. At Chumba Casino and LuckyLand Slots, the official rules say each valid card earns 5 Sweeps Coins. Details differ by operator, so always follow the current rules on the site you play.
The method is called an Alternative Method of Entry, or AMOE. It is the reason sweepstakes casinos can say no purchase is necessary. This guide explains how the mail-in process works step by step, what makes a request invalid, and what to expect.
What is an AMOE at a sweepstakes casino?
Sweepstakes casinos sell Gold Coin packages, and Sweeps Coins are usually given as a bonus with them. To keep the promotion a sweepstakes rather than a pay-to-play game, operators must give players a free way to get the same entries. Common free routes are the daily login bonus and the mailed request. Next.io describes the mail-in AMOE as a requirement of sweepstakes law that gives players who do not buy coins the same chance to enter. Whether a given state allows these sites at all is a separate question; see our banned states list.
How a mail-in request works, step by step
The steps below follow the official Chumba Casino and LuckyLand Casino Sweeps Rules (both published by VGW). Other operators use a similar flow but with their own addresses and wording.
- Generate a Postal Request Code. Sign in to your account and find the Postal Request Code option. At both operators the code is unique, works once, and can only be used by the account that created it. It is 12 digits and expires 30 days after it is displayed.
- Prepare the request card. Use a standard postcard or a piece of white paper cut to 4 x 6 inches, unfolded, blank and unlined.
- Handwrite the card, one side only. Put the code in the top-left corner. Under it, in order, write your full name as on your government ID, the email registered to your account, your registered residential address, and the exact statement the operator provides.
- Address a stamped #10 envelope by hand. Write your return address and the words “Sweepstakes Entries” on the front, and the operator’s PO box as the recipient.
- Mail one card per outer envelope. Combined requests sent in a package or parcel are invalid under both sets of rules.
What you get and how long it takes
Chumba Casino and LuckyLand Casino both state that each valid Request Card earns 5 Sweeps Coins, added to your account. The rules also say operators can change the amount at any time. Neither document gives a delivery or crediting time. Sweepsy says Pulsz responses can take several weeks, so plan on waiting and do not mail a request if you need coins soon.
| Operator | Sweeps Coins per request | Code validity | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chumba Casino | 5 | 30 days after displayed | Official Sweeps Rules |
| LuckyLand Casino | 5 | 30 days after displayed | Official Sweeps Rules |
| Pulsz | 5 (per Sweepsy) | Check current rules | Sweepsy guide |
Why a request can be rejected
The rules are strict, and an invalid card gets no coins. Based on the Chumba and LuckyLand rules, the main reasons are:
- Handwriting the operator cannot read. Legibility is decided by the operator.
- An expired or reused Postal Request Code.
- More than one card in an envelope, or requests sent by package or parcel.
- Posting from a different state than your verified residential address.
- Requests made by anyone other than the account holder, including paid “sweepstakes entering” services.
- Using software or devices to automate or help with the handwriting.
- Sharing your code with another person, which can lead to disqualification.
Sweepsy also notes that Pulsz asks for non-black ink, which shows that small formatting rules vary. Read the current rules before you write anything.
Are mailed coins different from other Sweeps Coins?
Free Sweeps Coins are not automatically ready to cash out. Sweepsy says coins from a Pulsz mail-in still need playthrough before redemption, and every operator sets its own rules. See our guides to playthrough requirements and the difference between your balance and your redeemable balance. A prize redemption can also require identity verification, and your mail-in details must match your verified account.
Tips before you mail a request
- Open the current Sweeps Rules on the operator’s site and copy the address and statement exactly. Rules change between versions.
- Generate the code only when the card is ready, so it does not expire in the mail.
- Keep a note of the date, the code, and the mailing date in case support asks.
- Use our terms checklist to review the rest of the rules while you are there.
FAQ
Do I have to buy Gold Coins to use a mail-in request?
No. The request is the free route. The operators’ rules state that no purchase or payment is necessary and that a purchase does not improve your chances of winning.
Can I send more than one request?
The Chumba and LuckyLand rules limit you to one Request Card per outer envelope. Each card needs its own new code. Other operators may set different limits, so check their rules.
Can I mail the request from another state?
Under the Chumba and LuckyLand rules, the request must be posted from the same state as your verified residential address, or it is invalid.
How old do I have to be?
Chumba Casino and LuckyLand Casino require participants to be at least 21 or the age of majority where they live, whichever is later. Other operators may use 18+. See our age requirements guide.
Responsible play: you must meet the operator’s age limit (18+ or 21+). Play for fun, set time and spending limits, and see our responsible play guide. Availability depends on your state, and prizes are never guaranteed.
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Checked on October 19, 2026: