DraftKings Casino operates under state-by-state licenses in the United States. Players must be 21 or older and physically located within a licensed state when placing real-money bets. As of early 2026 the service is active in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan, West Virginia, Connecticut, and New York.
Outside these states the site blocks real-money play and redirects users to the free-to-play version. VPN use violates terms and can lead to account suspension. Mobile apps are geo-fenced, so location services must remain enabled during login and gameplay.
State-by-State Availability
New Jersey launched first in 2018 and remains the largest market. Pennsylvania followed in 2019 with both online casino and poker. Michigan legalized online casinos in 2021 and quickly became a top revenue state. West Virginia and Connecticut joined in 2022, while New York opened in 2023. Regulators in each state set tax rates between 15% and 35% of gross gaming revenue.
Age and Verification Rules
- ✓Players must upload a government-issued photo
- ✓ID and proof of address before the
- ✓Age and Verification Rules
Players must upload a government-issued photo ID and proof of address before the first withdrawal. SSN verification is required in all states to prevent underage access and money-laundering. First withdrawals are reviewed within 72 hours; subsequent cash-outs are usually instant for verified accounts.
Future Expansion Plans
Discussions continue in Ohio, Illinois, and Massachusetts. Any new state requires legislative approval and a partnership with a local land-based casino. DraftKings has already secured market-access agreements in these states, so launch timelines depend only on final regulatory approval.