Sports Betting in Washington
Washington has tribal-only retail sports betting; no statewide mobile.
Washington legalized retail sports betting in 2020 via House Bill 2638, which authorized tribal casinos to offer sports wagering under amended IGRA compacts. Sportsbooks have launched at the Tulalip Resort Casino, Snoqualmie Casino, Quinault Beach Resort, and several other tribal venues. Mobile betting is permitted only on tribal casino property - there is no statewide mobile betting. Commercial operators like DraftKings and FanDuel are not licensed; the law explicitly limits sports betting to tribal nations. Multiple efforts to expand to statewide mobile have failed in the legislature and at federal courts (Maverick Gaming's 2022 lawsuit was dismissed).
Key Facts
- Authorized 2020 via HB 2638
- Tribal casinos only - no commercial operators
- Mobile betting only on tribal casino property - no statewide mobile
- Maverick Gaming's 2022 lawsuit challenging tribal exclusivity was dismissed
- Multiple bills to authorize commercial mobile have failed
Notable Restrictions
- Tribal casinos only
- No statewide mobile betting
Responsible Gambling in Washington
Minimum betting age: 21. Washington problem gambling helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (24/7, free, confidential). See our responsible gambling resources for self-exclusion options and warning signs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use DraftKings or FanDuel in Washington?
No. Washington sports betting is offered only at tribal casinos. Commercial operators like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Caesars are not licensed in the state.
Is mobile sports betting legal in Washington?
Only on tribal casino property. There is no statewide mobile sports betting in Washington.
When will commercial mobile betting be legal in Washington?
No clear timeline. Multiple expansion bills have failed, and a 2022 federal lawsuit (Maverick Gaming) challenging tribal exclusivity was dismissed.
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