Vermont was a latecomer, launching online-only in January 2024, and it kept the market small on purpose: the state ran a competitive bid and picked just three operators — DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics — turning down applications from BetMGM and ESPN BET. The Department of Liquor and Lottery oversees it, takes a steep 31–33% of revenue, and there’s no retail option because Vermont has no casinos. You must be 21 and inside the state. Vermont is a small, online-only market — monthly handle runs around $20–22 million — with the state taking 31–33% of revenue.
With no pro teams of its own, Vermont betting follows the New England and Montreal franchises nearby. Of the three licensed books, one — FanDuel — is a partner we work with.
Best Vermont sportsbooks we recommend
These are the Vermont betting sites we work with directly and have tested end to end. Each is fully licensed in Vermont; tap an offer to claim it — you must be 21 or older and physically inside Vermont.
| Vermont sportsbook | Welcome offer | Code |
|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | Bet $5, get bonus bets if your bet wins | No code |
FanDuel — best for app quality and same-game parlays
In Vermont, FanDuel is the most-used sportsbook in the country, prized for sharp pricing, a slick app and fast payouts. New Vermont customers get Bet $5, get bonus bets if your bet wins — no code needed, just sign up through the link.
Which Vermont sportsbook is best for whom
There’s no single best sportsbook in Vermont — the right one depends on how you bet. Here’s the quick version:
| Best for | Vermont sportsbook | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best app & same-game parlays | FanDuel | the most-used US app, sharp pricing and the best SGP builder |
| Best all-round promos | DraftKings | the biggest app and the busiest promo calendar |
Other licensed Vermont sportsbooks
We don’t hold verified deals with these Vermont books, so there are no ratings or affiliate links — but each is licensed in Vermont, and here’s what it brings to the table.
- DraftKings — one of the two national market leaders; also runs an online casino where it is legal, live in Vermont.
- Fanatics — pays rewards in FanCash redeemable across the Fanatics merchandise empire, live in Vermont.
How Vermont sports betting works
Vermont is online-only and capped at three operators chosen by competitive bid: DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics. Every Vermont sportsbook is licensed by the state and uses geolocation to confirm you are inside Vermont before each bet. You can open and fund a Vermont account from anywhere, but you must be within Vermont state lines to place a wager, and you must be 21 or older.
Choosing a Vermont sportsbook
Comparing Vermont sportsbooks comes down to a few things: the price on the markets you bet most, how stable the app stays under load, how fast Vermont withdrawals clear, and whether a welcome offer’s terms are genuinely worth claiming. Holding two or three Vermont accounts lets you line-shop, which over a full season matters far more than any single signup bonus.
How to find the best betting site in Vermont
Finding the best betting site in Vermont is less about one winner and more about matching a book to how you play. Start with price: a half-point better on a Vermont spread beats almost any sign-up bonus over a season, so compare the odds on the markets you bet most. Then weigh the things you feel every week — how stable the app is, how quickly Vermont withdrawals land, and whether a bonus’s wagering terms are actually clearable. Keeping two Vermont accounts so you can shop the line is the single habit that pays off most.
Deposits and payouts in Vermont
Licensed Vermont apps take the usual cashier menu — online banking, debit card, PayPal and operator-branded options — and for most Vermont bettors PayPal or online banking clears winnings fastest, often within hours once your identity is verified. Your first Vermont withdrawal triggers a one-time identity (KYC) check, so a clear photo of your ID ready to upload avoids delays.
Vermont sportsbook promos and codes
Vermont welcome offers come in two shapes: bet-and-get deals, where a qualifying first bet returns bonus bets, and second-chance bets, where Vermont bettors get a losing first wager back as bonus bets. The headline figure matters less than the terms, so check the minimum odds, play-through and expiry window before opting in to any Vermont offer. Our partner codes in Vermont: none of our Vermont partners require a code; all of them apply automatically.
Vermont betting apps
Every Vermont book above ships iOS and Android apps with geolocation built in, so the app is how most people bet in Vermont. FanDuel offers one of the more polished Vermont app experiences, but it pays to keep more than one Vermont app installed so you can compare lines before you stake.
All Vermont sportsbook apps
Every legal Vermont betting app, with a direct link to each. The Vermont books we partner with show our current bonus; the rest are listed for reference.
- FanDuel VT — visit sportsbook: sportsbook.fanduel.com — Bet $5, get bonus bets if your bet wins
- DraftKings VT — visit sportsbook: sportsbook.draftkings.com
- Fanatics VT — visit sportsbook: sportsbook.fanatics.com
What you can bet on in Vermont
Vermont sportsbooks cover every major US and international league — NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, soccer, tennis, golf, MMA and motorsport — with moneylines, spreads, totals, parlays, same-game parlays, futures, player props and live in-play markets. Vermont restricts some in-state college wagering, so check the rules on local Vermont college teams and player props before you bet.
Local and global events to bet on in Vermont
Locally, Vermont betting tends to revolve around the New England and Montreal teams nearby. Beyond the home interest, Vermont bettors get every blue-riband event on the calendar — the Super Bowl, March Madness, the NBA Finals, the World Series, the golf majors and the tennis Grand Slams. The headline act for 2026 is the FIFA World Cup, co-hosted across North America and likely to draw record wagering from Vermont as it runs.
Vermont sportsbooks FAQ
What is the best sportsbook in Vermont?
Vermont only licenses three books — DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics — and of them FanDuel is both our partner and the one we’d recommend first: the best app of the three, the sharpest pricing, and the strongest same-game parlays. DraftKings is the natural second account if you want to compare lines and runs FanDuel close on features. Fanatics is the outsider, worth a look mainly for its FanCash rewards. With only three apps and a high state tax, promotions here are leaner than in open markets, so choose on app quality first.
How many sportsbooks are legal in Vermont?
Vermont currently has 3 licensed online sportsbooks; the full Vermont list is above, and the number shifts as operators enter and leave.
Do I have to live in Vermont to bet?
No — you only have to be physically inside Vermont when you place a bet, which the apps confirm by geolocation. You can register and deposit for a Vermont account from anywhere.
What is the minimum age to bet in Vermont?
21, online and at any retail sportsbook in Vermont.
Can I bet on Vermont college teams?
Vermont limits some in-state college betting; you can usually bet national college games, but local Vermont teams and their player props may be restricted, so check each book’s rules.
How to check whether a Vermont sportsbook is legal
Before you deposit, confirm a Vermont sportsbook is the real thing. A licensed Vermont book shows its approval from the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery in the app or site footer, makes you verify that you’re 21 or older, and runs a geolocation check to confirm you’re physically in Vermont before each bet. If a site takes crypto only, claims you need ‘no ID’, or is licensed offshore, it isn’t regulated in Vermont — and you’d have no protection if a payout went wrong. Every Vermont book we list above clears that bar.
Is it safe, and betting responsibly in Vermont
Every operator on this page is licensed and audited in Vermont, ring-fences customer funds and offers deposit, time and self-exclusion limits — the reasons Vermont bettors should stay with regulated books rather than offshore sites. Betting in Vermont should stay entertainment; if it stops being fun, set a limit or take a break, and confidential help for Vermont residents is available 24/7 at 1-800-GAMBLER.