Is online gambling legal in Missouri?
As of November 2026, sports betting is the only form of real-money online gambling Missouri has authorized. Real-money online casino games and online poker are not authorized. Sweepstakes casinos accept Missouri players on a free-entry promotional model, and no Missouri statute or court ruling addresses them directly.
Last reviewed: November 2, 2026
Quick Answer: Missouri Gambling Status, November 2026
| Type | Status in Missouri | Minimum age |
|---|---|---|
| Sports betting (online and retail) | Authorized; regulated by the Missouri Gaming Commission since December 1, 2025 | 21+ |
| Real-money online casinos and poker | Not authorized | N/A |
| Casinos (in person) | Authorized; regulated by the Missouri Gaming Commission | 21+ |
| Missouri Lottery | Authorized; tickets sold through licensed retailers | 18+ |
| Video lottery terminals | Not authorized; the 2026 bill failed in the Senate | N/A |
| Sweepstakes casinos | Accept Missouri players; no Missouri statute addresses them directly | 18+ under most operators' terms; some require 21+ |
Can You Gamble Online in Missouri?
Yes, but only on sports. Missouri voters approved Amendment 2 on November 5, 2024, and licensed sportsbooks launched on December 1, 2025. Bettors must be 21 or older and physically in Missouri, and every licensed sportsbook appears on the Missouri Gaming Commission's list at mgc.dps.mo.gov. Our sports betting guide covers Amendment 2 in detail.
Are Online Casinos Legal in Missouri?
Missouri has not authorized real-money online casino games as of November 2026. Amendment 2 covered sports betting only, and no bill to authorize online slots, table games or poker advanced in the 2026 legislative session. Missouri's casinos offer slots and table games in person only.
Offshore casino sites that take Missouri players are not licensed in Missouri. Missouri players using them have no state regulator to complain to if a withdrawal is refused.
Where Do Sweepstakes Casinos Stand in Missouri?
Sweepstakes casinos use two virtual currencies. Gold Coins are for play only and have no cash value. Sweeps Coins are given away free with sign-ups, daily logins and mail-in requests, can also come as a bonus with Gold Coin purchases, and can be redeemed for prizes. Because Sweeps Coins are always available without a purchase, operators say the model is a promotional sweepstakes rather than gambling.
As of November 2026:
- No Missouri statute addresses online sweepstakes casinos directly, and no 2026 bill to restrict them advanced.
- No Missouri court has ruled on the model. A private class action, Killham v. Stake, was filed in Jackson County Circuit Court in October 2025 against the operator of Stake.us. It had no ruling as of May 2026, and the operator denies the allegations.
- Other states have acted. Attorneys general in Kentucky (June 2026) and Florida (August 2026) have sued sweepstakes operators, arguing the model is illegal gambling. Those cases are not about Missouri, but they show how quickly the picture can change.
Operator availability in Missouri can change. Our Missouri rankings list the operators currently accepting Missouri players, and each review records what our testers found when they redeemed.
What Happened in Missouri's 2026 Legislative Session?
- HB 2989 (video lottery terminals): passed the House 83-66 in February 2026. The Senate Select Committee on Gaming voted it down unanimously in May.
- HB 3533 (Missouri Gaming Commission provisions): did not pass the House before the session ended in May 2026.
- Online casinos and sweepstakes casinos: no bill on either advanced.
Who Regulates Gambling in Missouri?
The Missouri Gaming Commission regulates the state's casinos and, since Amendment 2, sports betting. Contact: Missouri Gaming Commission, 3417 Knipp Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109, mgc.dps.mo.gov. The Missouri Lottery is run separately by the Missouri Lottery Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is online gambling legal in Missouri?
As of November 2026, only online sports betting is authorized, for adults 21 and older located in Missouri. Real-money online casinos and poker are not authorized.
Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Missouri?
Missouri has no statute that addresses online sweepstakes casinos directly, and no Missouri court had ruled on the model as of November 2026. Sweepstakes casinos accept Missouri players aged 18 and older (some operators require 21) with no purchase required. Operator availability in Missouri can change; see our Missouri rankings for the current list.
Is online poker legal in Missouri?
Missouri has not authorized real-money online poker as of November 2026. Poker is available in person at Missouri's licensed casinos.
What is the gambling age in Missouri?
21 for casinos and sports betting. 18 for the Missouri Lottery. Sweepstakes casinos set their own minimum age, usually 18 and sometimes 21.
When will online casinos be legal in Missouri?
There is no date. No bill to authorize online casinos advanced in 2026, and the next regular legislative session starts in January 2027.
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Sources: Missouri Gaming Commission (mgc.dps.mo.gov); Missouri House and Senate bill records for HB 2989 and HB 3533; Jackson County Circuit Court filing in Killham v. Stake (October 2025). Gambling laws change; check current rules before you play. This guide is for information only and does not constitute legal advice.
