Can you gamble online in Tennessee?
| Online casino | Not legal |
| Sports betting | Legal |
| Horse racing online betting | Legal |
| Poker | Not legal |
NOT only is Tennessee the home of country music, it’s also the spiritual home of the online gambler, with the only way to place wagers on the likes of the NBA and NFL by using mobile apps and online sportsbooks.
Sports betting went live in the state in November 2020, and there are now around ten online sportsbooks including FanDuel, Caesars and BetMGM, competing to attract the Tennessee dollar, offering a variety of incentives for new customers to sign up, including free bets and matching deposits.
For those looking for the more conventional betting facilities at retail outlets or casinos, they’ll have to cross the border to neighboring states, with the Volunteer State one of only three in the US to offer online only options. The minimum age requirement for online sports betting in Tennessee is 21, and as part of the process of signing up at a sportsbook, there will be a need to verify your age and identity.
Tennessee Online Betting
The state is the first in the US to make sports betting online only, offering bettors the chance to gamble on most sports after signing up to one of several sportsbooks available.
Tennessee Casinos
No law has been passed to allow access to online casinos, with no land-based options in the state either. Offshore sportsbooks advertise their online casino facilities and are open to anyone in the US but they operate outside of US law – players participate at their own risk and with no consumer protection.
Tennessee Poker and Card Rooms
Online poker is illegal with no in-person options to play either.
TN Horse Racing Betting
The state has no tracks and state law does not allow for any off-track betting outlets. You can, however, bet online with advance-deposit wagering operators such as TwinSpires and TVG.
Lottery in Tennessee
A state lottery has been running since 2004 with retailers up and down Tennessee selling tickets to anyone aged 18 or over. There are no online ticket sales available.
Tennessee DFS
Daily fantasy sports events were regulated in the state in 2016 with games run by operators including FanDuel and DraftKings open to entries from Tennessee.
TN Online Gambling FAQs
Is Online Gambling Legal in TN?
Sports betting is legal in the state but it is online only, with no land-based venues available for bettors to place wagers on competitions like the NFL or NBA. You must be aged 21 or over to register at an online sportsbook, with gambling in the state regulated by the Tennessee Sports Wagering Advisory Council (tn.gov).
Is gambling on horse racing legal in TN?
Tennessee allows online gambling for pari-mutuel wagering (though the state has no horse tracks or off-track wagering facilities).
Who would oversee TN gambling industry?
Sports Wagering Advisory Council regulates online sports wagering and gambling within Tennessee. The council also collects the 20 % tax on all bets from the gambling operator to help support scholarships in the state.
What is the legal gambling age in TN?
The legal gambling age in Tennessee is 21 years old.
I think I have a gambling addiction, what should I do in TN?
The National Problem Gambling Hotline can be reached by call or text at 1-800-522-4700. Operators at the Tennessee REDLINE can be contacted by call or text at 1-800-889-9789.
Where in TN can I get help with problem gambling?
While gambling is enjoyable for many, for some it can cause problems in their everyday life. If you are struggling with your gambling, or you know a friend or relative who is finding things tough, help is available. Tennessee – National Council on Problem Gambling (ncpgambling.org).