Sports Betting in Missouri: What You Need to Know
Missouri Sports Betting to Commence in December
Get ready to place your bets! Sports betting in Missouri is set to launch on December 1, after a tight voter approval of a constitutional amendment in November 2024. The Missouri Gaming Commission is now accepting applications for retail and mobile sports betting licenses.
The Breakdown of Licenses
Here's the lowdown on the available licenses:
Up to 19 retail sportsbook licenses will be offered. These include licenses for each of Missouri's 13 state-licensed casinos and the home stadiums of the state's six professional sports teams.
For mobile betting, up to 14 licenses are available. This includes two direct, untethered mobile licenses, and up to 12 licenses that can be tied to casinos and teams.
Note that although some sources may mention up to 21 online licenses, the most reliable and up-to-date information suggests a cap of up to 14 online licenses.
Deadlines and Key Dates
- Applications for the direct mobile licenses are due by July 15, 2025, with selections announced on August 15.
- All other retail and mobile licenses applications will be due by September 12, 2025, with the market launching as scheduled on December 1.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development in Missouri's gaming industry! Remember to always bet responsibly, and good luck!
Sports betting enthusiasts in Missouri looking for online options can anticipate up to 14 mobile betting licenses being made available, with two direct, untethered licenses open for application by July 15, 2025. In addition to the mobile licenses, up to 19 retail sportsbook licenses will be offered, with such licenses extending to Missouri's casinos and professional sports teams' home stadiums. Sports fans in Las Vegas, or those who enjoy online casino games, might also be interested to know that an increase of sports-betting opportunities is on the horizon in Missouri.
