Baccarat

Punto Banco

The standard variant in nearly all online casinos.

Punto Banco is baccarat as it's played worldwide — Player ('Punto') vs Banker ('Banco') with fully fixed drawing rules. You only make the betting decision.

Punto Banco

Rules

  • Six or eight decks
  • Fixed drawing rules (no player decision)
  • Bets: Player, Banker, Tie, often Pairs
  • 5% commission on Banker

How to play

  1. Place bet
  2. Cards drawn per table
  3. Payout automatic

Tips & Strategy

  • Banker with 5% commission
  • Avoid Tie

Common mistakes

  • Tie bet as default

Odds & Probability

Banker
1.06%
Player
1.24%
Tie
14.4%

Punto Banco has no in-hand decisions — you bet and watch.

FAQ

How does Punto Banco differ from Chemin de Fer?

In Chemin de Fer players decide whether to draw the third card.