Gambling Legality in Illinois

IL · Last updated 2026-07-15

Sports Betting

Legal

Legal since 2020. In-person registration requirement removed 2022.

Available Operators

DraftKings FanDuel BetMGM Caesars ESPN BET

iCasino

Pending

HB 3068 introduced targeting 2027 launch.

Online Poker

Pending

HB 3457 combines poker with iCasino bill.

Sweepstakes Casino

Legal

Sweepstakes casinos operate legally.

Available Operators

Stake.us Chumba Casino McLuck WOW Vegas Pulsz

DFS Classic

Legal

Classic DFS regulated under 2016 legislation.

Available Operators

DraftKings FanDuel

DFS Pick'em

Legal

Pick'em DFS platforms available.

Available Operators

PrizePicks Underdog Fantasy

Lottery Courier

Legal

Lottery courier services available.

Available Operators

Jackpocket Lotto.com

Prediction Markets

Gray Area

Contested (sports contracts only): the Illinois Gaming Board issued cease-and-desist letters to Kalshi, Robinhood, Crypto.com, and later Polymarket US; the CFTC sued Illinois and won an injunction blocking enforcement pending appeal. Non-sports contracts are not disputed.

Available Operators

Kalshi

FAQ: Gambling in Illinois

Is sports betting legal in Illinois?

Legal since 2020. In-person registration requirement removed 2022.

Can I play online casino in Illinois?

HB 3068 introduced targeting 2027 launch.

Is DFS legal in Illinois?

Classic DFS: Classic DFS regulated under 2016 legislation. Pick'em DFS: Pick'em DFS platforms available.

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