Florida Sports Betting
Online betting available
Hard Rock Bet operates as the statewide app under the Seminole Tribe compact.
Yes, sports betting is legal in Florida as of October 26, 2026. The state offers regulated online sportsbooks overseen by the Florida Gaming Control Commission, and 1 betting app is currently tracked here. You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically within Florida to bet.
Legal Status
Online betting available
Regulator
Florida Gaming Control Commission
Governing law: CS/SB 2-A (2021 Special Session A), ch. 2021-268, Laws of Fla., ratifying the 2021 Gaming Compact with the Seminole Tribe
College Player Props
Restricted, Props allowed only for out-of-state schools.
Sportsbook Apps Available in Florida
The following major sportsbook apps are listed as operating in Florida. 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 Florida
Beyond the licensed sportsbooks above, these platforms work under federal or sweepstakes rules rather than a Florida sportsbook license. We list only platforms whose published rules do not exclude Florida, as of October 2026. Rules change, so confirm eligibility in the app before you sign up.
The offers below are affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no cost to you. How we make money.
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.
Sweepstakes apps
These run on play coins plus a promotional sweepstakes currency you can redeem for prizes. How sweepstakes sportsbooks work.
How to Start Betting in Florida
Confirm you're eligible
You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically located in Florida when you place a bet. Sportsbooks verify your location with geolocation technology.
Choose a licensed sportsbook
Pick from the operators licensed in Florida (listed above). Each is regulated by the Florida Gaming Control Commission.
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 Florida Sports Betting Market
Hard Rock Bet operates as the statewide app under the Seminole Tribe compact. The market is overseen by the Florida Gaming Control Commission, which licenses operators, enforces consumer protections, and publishes the official list of approved sportsbooks. With 1 app tracked here, Florida 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 Florida’s college prop rules before placing any NCAA wagers. The promos page tracks each operator's current welcome offer.
Florida 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 Florida
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.
Florida Sports Betting FAQ
Is sports betting legal in Florida?
Yes. Florida offers legal online sports betting regulated by the Florida Gaming Control Commission.
Which betting apps are legal in Florida?
As of October 26, 2026, 1 sportsbook app operates legally in Florida: Hard Rock Bet. FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM and Fanatics Sportsbook do not take bets there. You must be physically in Florida to place a bet; the full list is above.
How old do you have to be to bet in Florida?
You must be 21 or older to place a sports bet in Florida, and you must be physically located within Florida when you wager.
Do you have to live in Florida to bet there?
No. You don’t need to be a resident, you only need to be physically inside Florida when placing a bet. Sportsbooks confirm your location with geolocation before accepting wagers.
Are online sportsbooks in Florida safe and legal?
Sportsbooks licensed by the Florida Gaming Control Commission 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 Florida?
Props allowed only for out-of-state schools.
Who regulates sports betting in Florida?
Sports wagering in Florida falls under the Florida Gaming Control Commission.
Sources for this Florida guide
- Florida Gaming Control Commission (gaming compact oversight): the state regulator
- CS/SB 2-A (2021 Special Session A), ch. 2021-268, Laws of Fla., ratifying the 2021 Gaming Compact with the Seminole Tribe: The law ratified a 30-year compact giving the Seminole Tribe exclusive rights to run sports betting, including statewide online betting, through July 31, 2051.
- Minimum age rule: The compact requires the Tribe to limit play of covered games, including sports betting, to persons 21 or older.
- Florida legislature: bill search