Delaware Sports Betting
Online betting available
Online launched via a single-provider lottery model.
Yes, sports betting is legal in Delaware as of October 26, 2026. The state offers regulated online sportsbooks overseen by the Delaware Lottery, and 1 betting app is currently tracked here. You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically within Delaware to bet.
Legal Status
Online betting available
College Player Props
Restricted, Props allowed only for out-of-state schools.
Sportsbook Apps Available in Delaware
The following major sportsbook apps are listed as operating in Delaware. Availability can change as operators launch, exit, or shift partnerships, always confirm current access and age requirements before creating an account.
More Ways to Play in Delaware
Beyond the licensed sportsbooks above, these platforms work under federal or sweepstakes rules rather than a Delaware sportsbook license. We list only platforms whose published rules do not exclude Delaware, as of October 2026. Rules change, so confirm eligibility in the app before you sign up.
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Prediction markets
You buy yes-or-no contracts on events, including games, priced from 1 to 99 cents; a correct contract pays $1. How prediction markets work.
How to Start Betting in Delaware
Confirm you're eligible
You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically located in Delaware when you place a bet. Sportsbooks verify your location with geolocation technology.
Choose a licensed sportsbook
Pick from the operators licensed in Delaware (listed above). Each is regulated by the Delaware Lottery.
Create and verify your account
Registration takes a few minutes and requires your legal name, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number for identity verification.
Deposit and place your first bet
Add funds with a supported payment method, then browse markets. Start small, set a budget before you play, and use the operator's responsible-gaming tools. New to reading a betting line? Start with how betting odds work.
About the Delaware Sports Betting Market
Online launched via a single-provider lottery model. The market is overseen by the Delaware Lottery, which licenses operators, enforces consumer protections, and publishes the official list of approved sportsbooks. With 1 app tracked here, Delaware bettors have a range of choices for odds, markets, live betting, and promotions.
Before signing up, it’s worth comparing operators on the things that matter to you, odds quality, the breadth of markets, live/in-play betting, payout speed, and rewards. Our sportsbook directory compares coverage across states, and you can check Delaware’s college prop rules before placing any NCAA wagers. The promos page tracks each operator's current welcome offer.
Delaware College Player Prop Rules
| College Player Props | In-State Team Rule | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restricted | No in-state team props | Props allowed only for out-of-state schools. |
Sports Betting in States Near Delaware
Each neighboring jurisdiction licenses its own sportsbooks. An app only works while you are physically inside the state that licensed it, so crossing a border changes what you can use.
Delaware Sports Betting FAQ
Is sports betting legal in Delaware?
Yes. Delaware offers legal online sports betting regulated by the Delaware Lottery.
Which betting apps are legal in Delaware?
As of October 26, 2026, 1 sportsbook app operates legally in Delaware: BetRivers. FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM and Fanatics Sportsbook do not take bets there. You must be physically in Delaware to place a bet; the full list is above.
How old do you have to be to bet in Delaware?
You must be 21 or older to place a sports bet in Delaware, and you must be physically located within Delaware when you wager.
Do you have to live in Delaware to bet there?
No. You don’t need to be a resident, you only need to be physically inside Delaware when placing a bet. Sportsbooks confirm your location with geolocation before accepting wagers.
Are online sportsbooks in Delaware safe and legal?
Sportsbooks licensed by the Delaware Lottery are legal and subject to state oversight, including identity verification, fund protection, and responsible-gaming requirements. Avoid unlicensed offshore sites.
Can you bet college player props in Delaware?
Props allowed only for out-of-state schools.
Who regulates sports betting in Delaware?
Sports wagering in Delaware falls under the Delaware Lottery.
Sources for this Delaware guide
- Delaware Lottery (State Lottery Office): the state regulator
- 29 Del. C. ch. 48, subch. I (State Lottery; sports lottery): The state lottery runs sports wagering as a 'sports lottery' through licensed agents, and bets on Delaware college and Delaware team events are excluded.
- Minimum age rule: 29 Del. C. § 4810 makes it unlawful for anyone under 21 to wager on the sports lottery.
- Delaware legislature: bill search