Vermont Sports Betting
Online betting available
Mobile launched January 2024; limited operator set.
Yes, sports betting is legal in Vermont as of October 26, 2026. The state offers regulated online sportsbooks overseen by the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery, and 3 betting apps are currently tracked here. You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically within Vermont to bet.
Legal Status
Online betting available
Regulator
Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery
Governing law: 2023 Acts and Resolves No. 63 (effective June 14, 2023), 31 V.S.A. Chapter 25
College Player Props
No, No college player props allowed.
What Makes Vermont Different
Vermont is a mobile-only market with three sportsbooks: DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics. They went live on January 11, 2024, after the state picked them through a competitive bid, and there are no retail sportsbooks. You must be 21 and physically inside Vermont, but you do not have to live here. That matters: in fiscal 2026, out-of-state residents placed $73.8 million of the $236.9 million wagered and made up almost half of the average monthly active users.
The state takes about a third of sportsbook revenue. Operators share a negotiated percentage with Vermont, with a legal floor of 20%, and in fiscal 2026 the state's share averaged 31.74%, or $7.89 million.
A few rules shape what you can bet. You cannot bet on Vermont college teams or on any college or high school game played in Vermont, unless a Vermont team is in a tournament of four or more teams. State procedures in effect since October 1, 2026 bar funding a betting account with a credit card; debit cards and bank transfers are allowed.
Basketball draws the most money here. It led fiscal 2026 handle at $49.6 million, ahead of football at $40.4 million.
Paid fantasy contests are legal from age 18. Operators register with the Department of Liquor and Lottery, which counted 13 in December 2024, but the department does not review contest formats. Prediction markets such as Kalshi are available, with no Vermont enforcement found. 2026 bills to allow online lottery sales and casino gaming did not advance.
Every Legal Way to Play in Vermont
| Product | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Online sportsbooks | Legal | Three apps chosen by competitive bid: DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics Sportsbook, live since Jan. 11, 2024. source |
| Retail sportsbooks | Not legal | Vermont's sports wagering law provides for mobile platforms only; it has no provision for retail sportsbooks. source |
| Daily fantasy sports | Legal | Paid fantasy contests are legal for players 18 and older; operators register with the Department of Liquor and Lottery for $5,000 a year. source |
| Pick'em fantasy contests | Unclear | The 13 fantasy operators registered in December 2024 included Underdog, Sleeper, Vivid Picks and Betr, but the department only registers operators and has no authority to rule on contest formats. source |
| Prediction markets | Unclear | Kalshi and Polymarket users have full sports access and no Vermont enforcement was found as of Oct. 23, 2026; the federal-versus-state legal fight is unresolved nationally. source |
| Sweepstakes casinos and sportsbooks | Unclear | Unverified: we found no Vermont statute, regulator notice or court ruling on online sweepstakes casinos. |
| Horse racing (including ADW) | Unclear | Unverified: we could not confirm the legal status of online horse betting (ADW) in Vermont from an official source. |
| Lottery | Legal | Vermont Lottery, 18+, supports the Education Fund; a 2026 bill to allow online ticket sales (H.669) stalled in committee. source |
| Casinos | Not legal | Casino gaming is not authorized; a 2026 bill to allow it (S.318) got no action after being referred to committee. source |
Best Legal Options in Vermont
- DraftKings, FanDuel or Fanatics Sportsbook apps: The only licensed sportsbooks; they work anywhere inside Vermont. 21+, physically in Vermont, no credit card deposits, no bets on Vermont college teams outside tournaments.
- Registered fantasy contests: Legal from age 18 with 13 registered operators as of December 2024. The state registers operators but does not review contest formats.
- Vermont Lottery: State-run, supports the Education Fund. A 2026 bill to allow online sales did not advance.
- Prediction markets (Kalshi, Polymarket): Sports contracts are available in Vermont. Not licensed by Vermont; the federal-versus-state legal fight is unresolved.
- Apps in New Hampshire, Massachusetts or New York: All three neighbors have mobile sportsbooks. You must be physically in that state and meet its age rules.
Vermont Sports Betting Bill History
| Bill | Session | What happened |
|---|---|---|
| S.318 | 2025-2026 | Read the first time and referred to the Senate Economic Development, Housing and General Affairs Committee; no further action. |
| H.669 | 2025-2026 | Referred to the House Government Operations and Military Affairs Committee; no further action and no act number. |
| H.127 (Act 63) | 2023-2024 | Legalized mobile sports wagering with two to six operators chosen by bid, a revenue share of at least 20% and a $550,000 operator fee, and moved fantasy registration to the Department of Liquor and Lottery. Governor approved it June 14, 2023. |
Vermont Updates Log
- : Revised sports wagering procedures took effect; they bar funding a betting account with a credit card. source
- : September 2026 handle was $19.8 million, with football first and table tennis third at $1.28 million. source
- : Fiscal 2026 closed with $236.9 million wagered and $7.89 million for the state, up from $6.22 million in fiscal 2025. source
- : The Board of Liquor and Lottery approved revised sports wagering procedures, effective Oct. 1, 2026. source
- : S.318, a bill to allow casino gaming, was introduced and sent to committee, where it saw no action. source
- : H.669, a bill to allow online lottery sales, was referred to committee, where it saw no action. source
- : The Department of Liquor and Lottery counted 13 registered fantasy sports operators and an estimated 17,285 active accounts. source
- : Mobile sports wagering launched with DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics. source
Sportsbook Apps Available in Vermont
The following major sportsbook apps are listed as operating in Vermont. Availability can change as operators launch, exit, or shift partnerships, always confirm current access and age requirements before creating an account.
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How to Start Betting in Vermont
Confirm you're eligible
You must be 21 or older, and you must be physically located in Vermont when you place a bet. Sportsbooks verify your location with geolocation technology.
Choose a licensed sportsbook
Pick from the operators licensed in Vermont (listed above). Each is regulated by the Vermont Department of Liquor and 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 Vermont Sports Betting Market
Mobile launched January 2024; limited operator set. The market is overseen by the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery, which licenses operators, enforces consumer protections, and publishes the official list of approved sportsbooks. With 3 apps tracked here, Vermont 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 Vermont’s college prop rules before placing any NCAA wagers. The promos page tracks each operator's current welcome offer.
Vermont 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 Vermont
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.
Vermont Sports Betting FAQ
Is sports betting legal in Vermont?
Yes. Vermont offers legal online sports betting regulated by the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery.
Which betting apps are legal in Vermont?
As of October 26, 2026, 3 sportsbook apps operate legally in Vermont: Fanatics Sportsbook, DraftKings and FanDuel. BetMGM does not take bets there. You must be physically in Vermont to place a bet; the full list is above.
How old do you have to be to bet in Vermont?
You must be 21 or older to place a sports bet in Vermont, and you must be physically located within Vermont when you wager.
Do you have to live in Vermont to bet there?
No. You don’t need to be a resident, you only need to be physically inside Vermont when placing a bet. Sportsbooks confirm your location with geolocation before accepting wagers.
Are online sportsbooks in Vermont safe and legal?
Sportsbooks licensed by the Vermont Department of Liquor and 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 Vermont?
No college player props allowed.
Who regulates sports betting in Vermont?
Sports wagering in Vermont falls under the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery.
Sources for this Vermont guide
- Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery: the state regulator
- 2023 Acts and Resolves No. 63 (effective June 14, 2023), 31 V.S.A. Chapter 25: The Department of Liquor and Lottery contracts with two to six operators to run mobile sports wagering for bettors located in Vermont.
- Minimum age rule: 31 V.S.A. sec. 1301 bars anyone under 21 from wagering.
- Vermont legislature: bill search