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Surrender in blackjack
Surrender lets you give up your first two cards and get half your bet back. Use it on hard 16 against a dealer 9, 10 or ace, and on hard 15 against a 10.
How it works
Most casinos that offer it use late surrender: the dealer checks for blackjack first, then you can say "surrender" and draw a line behind your bet. The dealer takes half your bet and your cards. You can only surrender on your first two cards.
When to surrender
| Your hand | Dealer shows |
|---|---|
| Hard 16 (not a pair of 8s) | 9, 10 or ace |
| Hard 15 | 10 |
For 6 decks, dealer stands on all 17s. Where the dealer hits soft 17, also surrender 15 and 17 against an ace.
Why it helps
A hard 16 against a 10 loses well over half the time however you play it. Losing exactly half your bet is cheaper.
Where to find it
Surrender is printed on the table sign or felt when it is offered. It lowers the house edge a little, so a table with surrender is a good table. freeblackjack.fun has no surrender.
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Questions
What does surrender mean in blackjack?
Giving up your hand after the first two cards and getting half your bet back.
When should you surrender in blackjack?
Hard 16 against a dealer 9, 10 or ace, and hard 15 against a 10.
Should you surrender a pair of 8s?
No. Split them.
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