Maine Sports Betting
Online betting available
Mobile launched November 2023, tied to tribal partners.
Yes, sports betting is legal in Maine as of October 26, 2026. The state offers regulated online sportsbooks overseen by the Maine Gambling Control Unit, and 2 betting apps are currently tracked here. You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically within Maine to bet.
Legal Status
Online betting available
Regulator
Governing law: LD 585 (2022), P.L. 2021, c. 681; 8 M.R.S. §§ 1201 to 1219
College Player Props
No, No college player props allowed.
Sportsbook Apps Available in Maine
The following major sportsbook apps are listed as operating in Maine. 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 Maine
Beyond the licensed sportsbooks above, these platforms work under federal or sweepstakes rules rather than a Maine sportsbook license. We list only platforms whose published rules do not exclude Maine, 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 Maine
Confirm you're eligible
You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically located in Maine when you place a bet. Sportsbooks verify your location with geolocation technology.
Choose a licensed sportsbook
Pick from the operators licensed in Maine (listed above). Each is regulated by the Maine Gambling Control Unit.
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 Maine Sports Betting Market
Mobile launched November 2023, tied to tribal partners. The market is overseen by the Maine Gambling Control Unit, which licenses operators, enforces consumer protections, and publishes the official list of approved sportsbooks. With 2 apps tracked here, Maine 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 Maine’s college prop rules before placing any NCAA wagers. The promos page tracks each operator's current welcome offer.
Maine College Player Prop Rules
| College Player Props | In-State Team Rule | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| No | N/A | No college player props allowed. |
Sports Betting in States Near Maine
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.
Maine Sports Betting FAQ
Is sports betting legal in Maine?
Yes. Maine offers legal online sports betting regulated by the Maine Gambling Control Unit.
Which betting apps are legal in Maine?
As of October 26, 2026, 2 sportsbook apps operate legally in Maine: Caesars Sportsbook and DraftKings. FanDuel, BetMGM and Fanatics Sportsbook do not take bets there. You must be physically in Maine to place a bet; the full list is above.
How old do you have to be to bet in Maine?
You must be 21 or older to place a sports bet in Maine, and you must be physically located within Maine when you wager.
Do you have to live in Maine to bet there?
No. You don’t need to be a resident, you only need to be physically inside Maine when placing a bet. Sportsbooks confirm your location with geolocation before accepting wagers.
Are online sportsbooks in Maine safe and legal?
Sportsbooks licensed by the Maine Gambling Control Unit 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 Maine?
No college player props allowed.
Who regulates sports betting in Maine?
Sports wagering in Maine falls under the Maine Gambling Control Unit.
Sources for this Maine guide
- Maine Gambling Control Unit (Department of Public Safety): the state regulator
- LD 585 (2022), P.L. 2021, c. 681; 8 M.R.S. §§ 1201 to 1219: The law gives Maine's four federally recognized tribes the mobile sports wagering licenses and allows retail licenses for casinos, commercial tracks and off-track betting sites.
- Minimum age rule: 8 M.R.S. § 1213 bars operators from accepting wagers from anyone under 21.
- Maine legislature: bill search