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DISCLAIMER: Sports betting is not yet legal in Missouri. This article is intended for informational purposes only and will be updated as new legislation, ballot measures or court rulings develop. Until legalization is finalized and regulated operators launch, residents in Missouri cannot legally place sports bets.
Legalized sports betting has been active in some capacity in most of the United States, and Missouri is expected to be the next state to join this company.
Sports betting in Missouri is scheduled to launch on December 1, 2025, with pre-registration for sportsbook accounts and deposits scheduled to be available starting Nov. 17, beginning at midnight local time.
Of course, the moment Missouri legalizes betting, it will likely become a big player in the U.S. sports wagering industry. Patrick Mahomes and the three-time Super Bowl-champion Chiefs play in Missouri, as do the Cardinals, the Blues, the Royals and the Mizzou Tigers.
Read on for more about what to expect for the likely Dec. 1 sports betting legalization in Missouri, including which sportsbooks will go live in the Show Me State.
Is sports betting legal in Missouri?
No, sports betting is not yet legal in Missouri, but wagering on sports is scheduled to start Dec. 1.
Pre-registration for accounts and deposits at approved MO sportsbooks started Monday, Nov. 17. Keep reading for the best signup offers to use in Missouri apps.
Which Missouri sports betting promo codes can I use to sign up for pre-registration offers?
These MO bonus codes are active to use as of Monday, November 17, after pre-registration went live for Missouri betting:
| Missouri Sportsbook | MO Betting Promo Codes | MO Welcome Offer | Terms & Conditions / Disclaimer |
| Caesars MO | TSNMO | Bet & Get + 5 100% Profit Boosts | Must be 21+ and physically present in MO. New users only. Must register using eligible promo code and deposit $5 or more by 11:59 PM ET on 11/30/25. Must opt in from My Promos within 30 days of registration. Tokens max. bet amount: $25 per token. Tokens bet max. add’l winnings: $2,500 per token. Tokens expire 30 days after receipt. Tokens not reissued for voided/pushed bets. Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets If You Win: Min. qualifying bet amount: $5. Min. Odds: -500. First wager after registration must qualify. Awarded as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire 30 days after receipt. Bonus Bet amount not returned for winning bets. See Caesars.com/promos or the Promotions tab on the app for full terms. Void where prohibited. Know When To Stop Before You Start®. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER |
| BetMGM MO | TSNEWS |
Get up to $1,500 Paid Back in Bonus Bet If You Don’t Win Your First Bet, and $100 in Bonus Bets If You Deposit Before December 1 |
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. MO Only. New Customer Offer (If applicable). Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. Please gamble responsibly. |
| bet365 MO | TSN365 | Bet $10, Get $365 |
What are the best online sportsbooks expected to launch in Missouri?
No sportsbooks have officially launched yet, because Missouri sports betting is not live or legal until Dec. 1.
However, a few are accepting deposits from signup accounts in preparation for the 12/1 activation of betting in the Show Me State.
The MGC and betting law have identified up to 14 online sports betting licenses to be granted: 6 licenses will go to apps partnering with casino operators, 6 connected to local professional sports teams, and 2 untethered licenses, whose owners can act independently.
- These operators have been granted temporary sports wagering mobile licenses by the MGC, as of Nov. 12.
- Listed next to them below are confirmed Missouri sportsbook promos and offers (✅) included at the time of pre-registration on Nov. 17, in preparation for the Dec. 1 betting apps activation.
| Missouri Sportsbook | MO Betting Promo Codes | MO Welcome Offer (live unless noted, T’s & C’s apply) | MO Market Partnership |
| Caesars MO | TSNMO ✅ | Bet & Get + 5 100% Profit Boosts ✅ | Caesars MO |
| BetMGM MO | TSNEWS ✅ | Get up to $1,500 Paid Back in Bonus Bet If You Don’t Win Your First Bet, and $100 in Bonus Bets If You Deposit Before December 1 ✅ | Century Casinos |
| bet365 MO | TSN365 ✅ | Bet $10, Get $365 ✅ | St. Louis Cardinals (MLB) |
| DraftKings MO | TBD | Bet $5, Get $300 in bonus bets (existing example) | N/A (Untethered license) |
| FanDuel MO | TBD | Bet $5, Get $300 in bonus bets if first bet wins (existing example) | St. Louis City SC (MLS) |
| Fanatics MO Sportsbook | TBD | Bet $50 Get $250 in FanCash (existing example) | Boyd Gaming |
| Underdog MO | TBD | TBD | Kansas City Royals (MLB) |
| Circa Sports MO | TBD | TBD | N/A (Untethered license) |
| theScore Bet MO | TBD | TBD | Penn Entertainment MO |
| Kambi MO* | TBD | TBD | Not yet announced |
- Confirmed Missouri betting launch promo codes can be used for Caesars MO (bonus code TSNMO), BetMGM MO (TSNEWS), and bet365 MO (TSN365). Sign up for these apps and use these for deposit bonuses and offers.
- *: Note: Kambi is an odds supplier, not a sportsbook. As of Nov. 14, they have not yet announced which operator(s) or market partnerships they will work with in Missouri, but they hold a supplier license from the Missouri Gaming Commission.
- Additional Note: The MGC also has approved wagering supplier licenses for Gambling Laboratories Interntaional, GeoComply, Catalist Sports Inc., SportsContentCo, and GDC America.
DraftKings and Circa Sports were given untethered licenses, meaning they can act independently.
Meanwhile, several pending Missouri operators have partnered with local sports teams and organizations: US betting co-leader FanDuel entered into work with St. Louis City SC of Major League Soccer, while bet365 (St. Louis Cardinals) and Underdog (Kansas City Royals) made agreements with Major League Baseball franchises.
Also, Penn Entertainment’s license is slated to be launched as theScore Bet, in a recent change from the sundowning ESPN Bet app.
Given the breadth of choices for betting operators, residents of the Show Me State will have the opportunity to build their bankroll with welcome offers by betting at multiple sportsbooks.
Expect more detailed announcements as Missouri’s Nov. 17 pre-registration and Dec. 1 legal betting launch dates approach.
Other possible Missouri sportsbooks that could go live in the future
- BetRivers Sportsbook MO
- Hard Rock Sportsbook MO
- BallyBet Sportsbook MO
When will Missouri sports betting go live?
The scheduled launch date for legally betting on sports in Missouri is December 1, 2025, established by the Missouri Gaming Commission’s initiatives.
Potential betting customers are expected to be allowed to pre-register for accounts and deposits on participating operators on November 17, 2025.
How to sign up for sports betting in Missouri
The Show Me State is set up for pre-registration for mobile sports betting on Monday, Nov. 17.
With the betting sites starting to accept signups on that date, follow these instructions for how to start betting in Missouri:
- Download any MO betting apps available. Go to your mobile phone’s App Store (iOs) or Play Store (Android). You don’t have to download every app, but using your starting bankroll to distribute funds across multiple operators is a fine way to optimize any welcome offers that could provide startup funds for your efforts.
- Click any “Sign Up” or “Register” buttons to create your account.
- Enter your personal information and other required details. You’ll be prompted to provide your full legal name, address, contact phone number, an e-mail address, and more details including your social security number or similar identifying data.
- Agree to terms and conditions.
- Deposit funds, and enter any MO betting bonus codes offered. The Sporting News has Missouri promo codes available upon pre-registration, listed in the above sections.
- Peek through the app to find your desired betting market and start with your first wager.
What you can bet on in Missouri
While full regulations have not been released yet, these likely will be allowed:
- Licensed online and retail sports betting are both legal (unconfirmed)
- NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, UFC, golf, motorsports and other pro sports and leagues (unconfirmed)
- College sports lines, totals and futures (unconfirmed)
- Olympics (unconfirmed)
- Esports (unconfirmed)
- Horse racing (unconfirmed)
- Certain non-sporting events like the Oscars (unconfirmed)
- Common bet markets like moneyline, spread betting, Over/Under totals, select prop bets, and parlays and same-game parlays (unconfirmed).
What you can’t bet on in Missouri
While full regulations have not been released yet, these likely will not be allowed:
- Unlicensed iGaming or online casino gambling (unconfirmed)
- High school sports (unconfirmed)
- College sports player props (unconfirmed)
- Political events (unconfirmed)
- Live greyhound dog racing (unconfirmed)
- Placing wagers at an unlicensed sportsbook (unconfirmed)
- Must physically be in Missouri to place wagers (unconfirmed)
Popular teams and sports to bet on in Missouri
- NFL: Kansas City Chiefs
- MLB: Kansas City Royals, St. Louis Cardinals
- NHL: St. Louis Blues
- MLS: St. Louis City SC
- NCAA: Missouri Tigers, Missouri State Bears, St. Louis University Billikens; Lindenwood Lions
Which brick-and-mortar sportsbooks will be available in Missouri?
These outlets are among those possible operators who will be available for in-person betting:
- Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City: Partnered with Fanatics Sportsbook
- Ameristar Casino Resort and Spa St. Charles: Fanatics Sportsbook
- Harrah’s Kansas City: Caesars Sportsbook
- Horseshoe St. Louis: Caesars Sportsbook
- Hollywood Casino & Hotel in St. Louis: theScore Bet
- River City Casino & Hotel in St. Louis: theScore Bet
- Argosy Casino & Hotel in Kansas City: theScore Bet
- Century Casino & Hotel in Cape Girardeau: BetMGM
Responsible gambling resources in Missouri
If you’re concerned about your gambling activity or the activity of a friend or family member, the Missouri Gaming Commission recommends to call 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537), which is available 24 hours per day, or e-mail [email protected].
These resources are offered free of charge for problem gamblers and their loved ones.
For any additional correspondence required, you can contact the Missouri Gaming Commission at:
Missouri Gaming Commission
3417 Knipp Drive
P.O. Box 1847
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Telephone: (573) 526-4080
Missouri betting legislative and ballot initiatives: A timeline
📅 December 1, 2025*
Scheduled launch date for legal Missouri sports betting
📅 November 17, 2025*
Expected date on which prospective MO bettors can pre-register for and deposit funds into sportsbook accounts.
📅 September 2025
Underdog Sportsbook secures Missouri online market access through a partnership with the Kansas City Royals. Underdog plans to launch in December if all goes well.
📅 May 2025
The application window closes for any operators who requested to set up their sportsbook in Missouri.
📅 March 2025
An emergency ruleset for sports betting is rejected, meaning that the launch of online sportsbooks in MO is delayed until fall. It’s a frustrating setback for prospective Missouri bettors.
📅 November 2024
Missouri voters narrowly pass Amendment 2 with 50.1 percent of the votes, according to unofficial election results. This approval allowed the state to move forward with creating regulation frameworks and issuing licenses to sports betting operators, pivotal steps in the legalization process.
📅 October 2024
The state launches public awareness campaigns to educate Missouri residents about the new sports betting laws and responsible gambling practices.
📅 September 2024
Missouri gubernatorial candidates on the campaign trail express their support for the proposed sports betting bill. The growing political support for betting leads many to believe that the finish line is in sight.
📅 February 2024
HB2311 successfully passes out of a special committee with a 5-2 vote. It’s a massive forward motion for sports betting in Missouri.
📅 October 2023
The capital city of Jefferson City, MO receives 16 new sports betting initiative proposals. This gives plenty of prospective Missouri bettors hope, as it greatly increases the chances of pushing sports betting legalization onto the November 2024 ballot.
📅 May 2022
Missouri sports betting once again fails to pass before the conclusion of the legislative session. Lawmakers missed the proverbial shot clock, with talks stalling yet again due to specific details and inclusions within the bill.
Lawmakers did come close, however. They spent hours discussing HB 2502, but the long at-bat still ended in a strikeout.
📅 April 2022
Sen. Denny Hoskins filibusters in support of the legalization of sports betting in Missouri, but it proves fruitless. HB 2502 swings and misses, with VLTs continuing to serve as a source of dissent among lawmakers.
📅 May 2021
Like many other states that still currently prohibit sports betting, the Missouri Senate failed to approve sports betting before the end of the 2021 legislative session.
The biggest rift caused by the initial sports betting bill? The inclusion of VLTs (video lottery terminals). Lawmakers squabbled about this particular part of the bill, ultimately leading to a negotiation stall-out.
