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Legal Sports Betting FAQs

Is it legal to bet on sports in the US?

Yes, in some states. The repeal of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (PASPA) lifted the federal ban on sports betting. This means it is now up to each individual US state to decide whether to legalize sports betting.

In which US states is sports betting legal?

Sports betting is currently legal in Nevada, New Jersey, Delaware, Mississippi, Rhode Island, West Virginia, New Mexico and Pennsylvania.

What’s the legal age to bet on sports?

Each state has different laws and regulations in place. In most US states the legal age to bet on sports is 21 as most sportsbooks occupy space in casinos.

Can I bet on sports online?

Yes, in selected states. Only a handful of states have legalized online and mobile sports betting. Sportsbooks in New Jersey, Nevada and West Virginia offer some form of mobile or online sports betting.

Are offshore sports betting sites legal?

We advise against using offshore sports betting sites. This is because they don’t usually hold a license to operate in any US jurisdiction, making them illegal. As offshore sites are not licensed to operate in the US, they are unlikely to have basic player protection measures in place and aren’t subject to US regulation regarding the security of player funds and sensitive data.

Sports betting is not legal in my state. Can I use a website or app from another state to place bets?

Yes, as long as you are physically present in that state you can make bets using sportsbooks and mobile sports betting apps. Of course, you’ll need to abide by other gambling laws within that US state.

What sports can I bet on in the US?

Each state has different rules and regulations, but you can bet on a variety of professional sports such as NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB. Some states also allow you to wager on college sports, however, each state approaches this differently.