Washington Sports Betting
Retail only
Retail only at tribal casinos; no statewide mobile app.
As of October 26, 2026, sports betting is partially legal in Washington: retail (in-person) wagering is allowed, but there is no statewide mobile sportsbook app. Betting is regulated by the Washington State Gambling Commission. The legal minimum age is 18, though individual tribal casinos may set a higher age to place a bet.
Legal Options You Can Use From Home in Washington
No sportsbook can take your bet from home in Washington, but these platforms operate under federal or sweepstakes rules instead of a state sportsbook license. We list only platforms whose published rules do not exclude Washington, as of October 2026. Rules change, so confirm eligibility in the app before you sign up.
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Prediction markets
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Legal Status
Retail only
Regulator
Washington State Gambling Commission
Governing law: HB 2638 (2020), RCW 9.46.0364 (2020 c 127; amended 2026 c 246)
College Player Props
Restricted, Props allowed on out-of-state teams only.
Betting in Washington
Washington currently offers retail (in-person) sports betting only. There is no statewide mobile sportsbook app. Bettors must visit a licensed casino or retail location to place wagers. Check the state regulator for the current list of approved venues.
Are There Sports Betting Apps in Washington?
No. Washington has no statewide mobile sportsbook app: to place a legal cash wager you must be at a licensed venue. That gap is exactly why regulated from-home alternatives are popular here.
Legal Alternatives You Can Use From Home in Washington
Prediction Markets
CFTC-regulated exchanges such as Kalshi and Polymarket US list yes-or-no contracts on events, from elections to sports. Each contract pays $1 if it is right, and availability depends on your state and the type of contract.
Sweepstakes sportsbooks are banned or restricted in Washington; see our sweepstakes guide for the law. No major daily fantasy operator offers paid contests in Washington. Our promos page tracks current sign-up offers. Availability can change, so always confirm a platform is offered in Washington before creating an account.
Could Washington Add Statewide Mobile Betting?
Washington authorized sports betting only at tribal casinos and is notably strict about online gambling generally, so a statewide mobile market would require both new legislation and renegotiated compacts. No serious effort is underway.
Washington College Player Prop Rules
| College Player Props | In-State Team Rule | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restricted | No in-state team props | Props allowed on out-of-state teams only. |
Sports Betting in States Near Washington
Legal sportsbook apps check where you are, not where you live, so Washington residents can bet legally in a neighboring state that has online betting, as long as they are physically there.
Washington Sports Betting FAQ
Is sports betting legal in Washington?
Partially. Washington permits retail (in-person) sports betting only; there is no statewide mobile app yet.
Can I use FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM or Fanatics in Washington?
Not for sports betting. As of October 26, 2026, Washington allows sports betting only in person at licensed venues, so the FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM and Fanatics sportsbook apps block bets placed from inside the state. Some of these brands also run daily fantasy or prediction-market apps, which follow different rules.
Are there sports betting apps in Washington?
No. Washington has no statewide mobile sportsbook app, legal wagers must be placed at licensed in-person locations.
Can I bet on sports from home in Washington?
Not with a sportsbook. From home, the regulated options are prediction market exchanges, sweepstakes sportsbooks, and daily fantasy contests, where available. A licensed venue is required for cash sports wagers.
Can you bet college player props in Washington?
Props allowed on out-of-state teams only.
Who regulates sports betting in Washington?
Sports wagering in Washington falls under the Washington State Gambling Commission.
Sources for this Washington guide
- Washington State Gambling Commission (with tribal gaming agencies): the state regulator
- HB 2638 (2020), RCW 9.46.0364 (2020 c 127; amended 2026 c 246): Tribes may amend their gaming compacts to offer sports wagering on Indian lands, and no other sports betting is authorized.
- Minimum age rule: The Commission treats anyone under 18 as a prohibited participant. Individual casinos may set a higher age.
- Washington legislature: bill search