Gambling Legality in Montana

MT · Last updated 2026-07-15

Sports Betting

Retail Only

Legal since 2020. Retail only at licensed bars and taverns via Montana Lottery.

iCasino

Not Legal

No iCasino legislation.

Online Poker

Not Legal

No online poker legislation.

Sweepstakes Casino

Banned

State law prohibits promotional sweepstakes with cash prizes.

DFS Classic

Banned

State-run sports betting monopoly; private DFS not authorized.

DFS Pick'em

Banned

AG opinion classifies pick'em as sports wagering.

Lottery Courier

Not Legal

Montana Lottery does not authorize courier services.

Prediction Markets

Gray Area

Contested (sports contracts only): an earlier non-enforcement agreement dissolved in Nov. 2025; the state issued a second cease-and-desist (Apr. 2026) and Kalshi sued Montana in federal court. No ruling yet. Non-sports contracts are not disputed.

Available Operators
Kalshi

FAQ: Gambling in Montana

Is sports betting legal in Montana?
Legal since 2020. Retail only at licensed bars and taverns via Montana Lottery.
Can I play online casino in Montana?
No iCasino legislation.
Is DFS legal in Montana?
Classic DFS: State-run sports betting monopoly; private DFS not authorized. Pick'em DFS: AG opinion classifies pick'em as sports wagering.
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