Can you gamble online in Pennsylvania?
| Online casino | Legal |
| Sports betting | Legal |
| Horse racing online betting | Legal |
| Poker | Legal |
PENNSYLVANIA was among the leading pack of states that were under starters order to legalize sports betting once the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act, PASPA, was struck down in May 2018. Six months later retail sportsbooks were launched, with online sports betting following in May 2019.
The 14th online sportsbook was granted a license earlier this year, the likes of FanDuel, Betway and Unibet all partnering with a land-based casino, and sports betting is allowed from anywhere inside state lines. Along with sports, online casino and poker are also legal, the only limitation being that you must be aged 21 to gamble, with age verification part of the registering process.
The state is home to some of the biggest names in US sport with the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL all represented by top level home teams. As well as professional sports, wagering on college games is also allowed, along with horse race betting and the state lottery; entertainment and elections are the only major betting markets that are currently banned.
Betting in Pennsylvania
Sports betting has been legalized with extensive online options; the only limit is that you must be within state lines to use your app of choice. Here are the current live sportsbook in PA:
Pennsylvania Online Casinos
One of the few states in the US to legalize online casinos, with slots, roulette, live dealer, and a host of table games available. For those preferring the personal touch, there are many land-based casinos to play at. If you want to play in online casino, here are the legal casino in PA:
- Borgata
- Barstool Casino
- Bet365 Casino
- BetMGM Casino PA
- Party Casino
- BetRivers Casino
- Caesars Casino
- DraftKings Casino
- Fanduel Casino
- Parx Casino
- PokerStars Casino
- Pointsbet Casino
- Stardust Casino
- Unibet Casino
- Virgin Casino
Pennsylvania Poker and Card Rooms
Online poker has also been legalized with the state becoming just the fourth in the US to pass legislation. As well as online games, you can play in-person at many of the state’s land-based casinos.
PA Horse Racing Betting
The state has several race tracks where you can watch live racing as well as betting on-site. You can also bet using advance-deposit wagering operators like BetAmerica and TVG.
Lottery in Pennsylvania
The state lottery has been running for 50 years, with online sales now available along with the retailers selling in-person tickets up and down the state. The minimum age to purchase is 18.
Pennsylvania DFS
Daily fantasy sports events are legal to play in the state with the major operators like FanDuel and DraftKings available to Pennsylvania residents.
PA Online Gambling FAQs
Is online gambling legal in PA?
Yes, online gambling is widely available in the state with sports betting, casino play and poker all legal.
Who would oversee PA gambling industry?
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board is tasked to oversee all aspects of gambling at 15 land-based casinos, online casino games, retail and online sports wagering, and Video Gaming Terminals at qualified truck stops, along with the regulation of online fantasy sports contests.
Who regulates online gambling in PA?
Regulation of the gambling laws in Pennsylvania comes under the jurisdiction of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (pa.gov).
What is the legal gambling age in PA?
The Gambling age in Pennsylvania is split between what you want to play and where you want to play it, you need to be either 18 or 21. At 18 years of age you can take part in lottery, bet on horse racing and sport, play bingo, poker and online casino games. You can also visit a racino and play the casino games offered at these venues. At 21 years of age you can enter land-based casinos.
I think I have a gambling addiction, what should I do in PA?
Call the Council on Compulsive Gambling of PA’s confidential helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER for treatment options, or check out the following resources here.
Where in PA can I get help with problem gambling?
While gambling can be enjoyable for most, for some it can become disruptive or damaging to themselves and their loved ones. If you have a problem, or a friend or relative is struggling to cope, help is available. Pennsylvania – National Council on Problem Gambling (ncpgambling.org).