Front Money: Meaning, Process, and Casino Controls
In casino operations, **front money** is money a player deposits with the cage before gambling, most often by bank wire ahead of a trip. It is especially common in VIP and high-limit table play because it lets the guest avoid carrying large amounts of cash while giving the casino a cleaner audit trail. For players, hosts, cage teams, and compliance staff, it is a practical tool that sits between convenience, security, and control.