Surrendering is basically a way for the player to back out of the initial wager. If a player decides to surrender he or she automatically looses but only half of the original bet. A player can only surrender before making any of the other player options. For example, once a player has hit, split, or doubled down, surrendering is no longer an option.

It is also important to note there are two types of surrenders, a late surrender and an early surrender. In a game of Blackjack that permits an early surrender, the play can surrender before the dealer checks his down card. However in a game of late surrender the dealer must check his down card for a possible 21, if the dealer has a 21 the player can not surrender. Most online casinos do not offer a surrender option.

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