Missouri Sports Betting Apps — Legal Updates for 2025 Online Sportsbooks

When Will Sports Betting Be Legal in Missouri?

Missouri residents voted in November of 2024 to legalize online sports betting in the Show Me State.

While initially I expected a Summer 2025 launch, it was recently confirmed that Missouri sports betting will launch on Dec. 1, during the NFL season. It’s also the deadline that was included in the language of Amendment 2.

Once legal online betting Missouri opens, the Missouri Gaming Commission will oversee its rules and implementation.

Here’s a look at some of the key details for the upcoming launch:

While they wait, Missouri sports fans can play daily fantasy sports, as DFS apps have been legal in the state since 2016.

But clearly the appetite for more has been there for a while. A bill was introduced in 2018 to allow existing casinos, as well as daily fantasy companies, to begin offering sports betting. The bill failed to advance past the committee stage and various other bills suffered similar fates.

Because Missouri has America’s 11th largest casino market, lawmakers felt the pressure to compete in the online space with neighboring states like Illinois, Indiana, Iowa and Kansas.

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Missouri Sports Betting Apps Expected for 2025

Missouri sports bettors can expect to see operators of the biggest sportsbook apps flock to their state in search of their business. The amendment passed by voters allows each professional sports franchise and all Missouri casinos to be eligible for one retail sports betting license and one online sports betting license each.

That means as many as 14 online sports betting sites (and 19 retail sportsbooks) could be available in Missouri. That’s a lot of MO betting sites to choose from.

As for what sports betting apps are legal in Missouri, time will tell, but here’s what I expect to be available at launch, and how they’re faring in other states:

As more information becomes available, I will update our list of Missouri betting apps, as well as the Missouri sportsbook promos you will be able to claim.

DraftKings Missouri

If a state has legal online sports betting, you can be pretty sure that DraftKings will be there, and after all the money it put into helping Amendment 2 get passed, I fully expect DraftKings Missouri to be a thing on launch day.

New customers will be welcomed with a DraftKings mobile sports betting app that is aesthetically pleasing, while also being incredibly easy to navigate. Deep betting markets in your favorite sports will greet you at DraftKings, as will competitive odds and a generous DraftKings promo code offer.

FanDuel Missouri

The nation’s most popular online sportsbook is certain to dive right into the Missouri online sports betting market.

FanDuel was an innovator when it came to same-game parlays, and while other online sportsbooks have come a long way, FanDuel Missouri will likely be your home for the best SGPs. FanDuel also provides game odds earlier than most online sports betting apps, and you can expect a bountiful FanDuel promo code at launch.

BetMGM Missouri

No state launch feels complete without the King of Sportsbooks, which is why I fully expect BetMGM Missouri to be live when MO online sports betting goes live.

A clean, responsive app that includes easy-to-use parlay builder tools is paired with the prestige of MGM and the BetMGM Rewards program. The BetMGM bonus code is also consistently among the best online sports betting promos.

ESPN BET Missouri

Perhaps the most well-known name in sports is one of the newer names in sports betting, but the expectation is ESPN BET Missouri will get off the starting line along with its competitors.

In the year-plus since ESPN BET launched, it has made consistent improvements with its odds, offerings and tools. One of the most convenient tools ESPN BET will offer for Missouri sports bettors is account linking between ESPN BET and the ESPN app. You can also expect be able to claim an ESPN BET promo code.

bet365 Missouri

Originally making a name for itself overseas, bet365 has now started getting a foothold among the best online sportsbooks in the US. Jumping in here with bet365 Missouri would make a lot of sense as it attempts to continue growing.

At bet365, new customers can grab a great bet365 bonus code, and will see a sportsbook that has more of an old-school feeling. Not that it’s out of date – in fact, the layout and tools are very up to date – but it’s clear the focus at bet365 has been on providing great odds and betting markets its customers are seeking.

Fanatics Sportsbook Missouri

Fanatics Sportsbook has become more of a presence in the US sports betting market after taking over the PointsBet licenses in several legal states. Fanatics Sportsbook Missouri will have a chance to make a name for itself along with the others if it goes live on launch day.

New customers will be able to claim the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code and earn FanCash which can be used for bonus bets or the apparel arm of Fanatics. The sportsbook itself is still playing catch up in terms of offerings, but its daily promos and boosts will make it worthwhile for Missouri bettors.

Caesars Sportsbook Missouri

Caesars already has a connection to Missouri through its retail casino properties, so it’s essentially a guarantee that Caesars Sportsbook Missouri will be at the front of the line when Show Me State betting launches.

With a healthy rewards program that will tie into those casinos, Caesars Sportsbook Missouri is sure to be popular from Day 1. It’s easy-to-use app, competitive odds, great live betting options and a lucrative Caesars Sportsbook promo code make it a must download app.

As launch day draws closer, I’ll keep you updated on which Missouri sports betting sites are approved and which sign-up bonuses are available are available, and how to claim them. You can check this page for any pre-registration promos if they’re offered.

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Missouri Sportsbook Promos You Can Expect

The exact promos and bonus amounts that online sportsbooks in Missouri will be offering is not yet known, and likely will not be until launch.

After years of covering state launches, however, I know the types of sports betting promos that are likely to be available at Missouri sports betting apps.

• Bet and Get promo: Perhaps the most popular promo for customers, a Bet and Get promo allows the customer to make a minimum wager, typically $5, to receive a set number of bonus bets. That number is what separates sportsbooks and their offers, but a typical number is $150 or $200. Some Bet and Get promos require you to win your first bet, while others pay you the bonus bets whether the bet wins or loses, like this DraftKings promo code offer currently available in Michigan.

• No Sweat Bet or First Bet Promo: These promos give you the chance to make a first bet at a sportsbook knowing that, if it loses, you’ll be refunded with bonus bets in the amount of the original bet. It’s the No Sweat Bet promos where you’ll see the largest bonus amounts advertised, as BetMGM has a $1,500 First Bet offer in most states. That’s possible because it requires you to put up your own money and lose in order to claim the bonus. While the return is bonus bets so you can keep playing and have another chance to win, those cannot be withdrawn and are not included in the payout of any bet you make with them.

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How to Register for Missouri Betting Apps and Claim Promos

While each online sportsbook has its own quirks, the sign-up process is pretty consistent across the board.

Here are the steps you could expect to take to register an account at FanDuel Missouri, DraftKings Missouri and other Missouri sportsbooks, and claim whatever welcome bonus they’re offering:

• Click through a promo code link provided here at SBD.
• Choose Missouri as your state.
• Register your account with your personal information, including name, email address, home address, phone number and last four digits of your social security number.
• If you need to enter a promo or bonus code for various betting bonuses, that typically happens here or during the next step.
• Choose your preferred deposit method, which, in other states, includes PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, Visa, a debit card, online banking and more.
• Make your first deposit. In some cases, this could determine your bonus. Oftentimes there will be a minimum deposit you have to make, typically $10.
• Make your first bet. If you’re claiming a “Bet & Get” welcome offer, your bet will have to be for at least that amount, typically $5 or $10. If it’s a No Sweat Bet or First Bet offer, the size of your bet will determine your potential bonus.

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Missouri Voters Say Yes to Legalized Sports Betting

Voters in the Show Me State approved the legalization of sports betting in the 2024 general election meaning that legal online sports betting in Missouri is coming.

Missouri Amendment 2, Sports Betting Initiative, narrowly passed on election day. And by narrow, I mean very narrow. The Yes votes bested the No votes by 2,900, or 0.1%.

A petition was what put this constitutional amendment in front of voters as a ballot measure, as legislation had continually stalled.

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Latest Missouri Sports Betting News

Here’s all the latest and most important details on the legalization of Missouri sports betting:

• June 11, 2025: The Missouri Gaming Commission received its first two license applications from DraftKings Missouri and Underdog Sportsbook.
• May 28, 2025: BetMGM Missouri has secured access to the state, partnering with Century Casinos.
• May 15, 2025: Dec. 1, 2025, has been announced as the official launch date for Missouri sports betting.
• May 1, 2025: Missouri Gaming Commission Chairman Jan M. Zimmerman told Sports Betting Dime that regulators are “keenly aware” of sports betting interest and are working towards launch as soon as possible.
• Feb. 24, 2025: Emergency rules for sports betting in Missouri were rejected, meaning it is not expected to launch until fall 2025, as rules won’t go into effect until Aug. 30 at the earliest.
• Jan. 2, 2025: Missouri Gaming Commission Chairman Jan M. Zimmerman told Sports Betting Dime that online sports betting in the state could potentially launch as soon as early summer 2025 and may be approved during their scheduled May 28 or June 25 commission meetings.
• Dec. 7, 2024: The Missouri Board of State Canvassers have officially certified the result of the general election in which the legalization of online and retail sports betting passed by a 0.1% margin.
• Nov. 7, 2024: Missouri Gaming Commission Chair Jan M. Zimmerman told SBD that they’re hoping for a mid-to-late summer 2025 launch.
• Nov. 6, 2024: In an incredibly close vote, Amendment 2 was passed by Missourians, setting the path for legal online sports betting in Missouri.
• Aug. 13, 2024: After multiple rounds of sports betting legislation failed, it was decided that its fate would be decided by the voters as a ballot initiative was added for November’s general election.
• March 22, 2023: As expected, the House of Representatives approved Missouri sports betting bill HB 556 and its companion legislation HB 581 which will now move to the Senate for further discussions. A Missouri sports betting bill made it to the Senate in 2022, however it was derailed over the topic of VLTs, which could once again threaten the chances of legalization in 2023.
• March 21, 2023: The latest Missouri sports betting bill has been perfected in the House of Representatives and needs just one more approval in the chamber before heading into the Senate. Rep. Dan Houx’s (R-54) sports betting bills HB 556 and HB 581 to legalize retail and online sports betting for pro sports teams and state casinos will soon get its third hearing in the house before moving to the Senate.
• December 7, 2022: Missouri sports betting legislators are gearing up for a 2023 sports betting discussion. Sen. Denny Hoskins (R-21) and Sen. Tony Luetkemeyer (R-34) have both pre-filed Missouri sports betting bills, with the state’s legislative season set to begin on Jan. 4, 2023.
• September 19, 2022: A new Missouri sports betting bill was introduced, and despite being a nearly line-by-line rewrite of HB 2502, the new legislation (HB 4) is unlikely to be heard this session.
• May 13, 2022: Missouri sports betting will have to wait at least another year, as HB 2502 failed to pass through the Senate.
• May 5, 2022: Even after an early-morning Senate hearing on standalone legislation from Sen. Denny Hoskins that did not include the topic of VLTs, the Missouri sports betting bill was ultimately withdrawn. Missouri has just over a week to legalize sports betting before the topic will have to wait another year.
• May 2, 2022: Despite advancing HB 2502 to the Senate floor, the latest Missouri sports betting legalization effort is limping towards the session finish line. There is contention over the potential removal of video lottery terminals (VLTs) in the Missouri sports betting bill, and the legislative season is set to wrap up on May 13, 2022.
• April 19, 2022: The Missouri sports betting bill took another important step forward towards legalization, as HB 2502 advanced to the Senate floor. The bill is expected to go through another vote in the Senate sometime over the next couple of weeks, and if it passes, will advance to the Governor’s table for a final signature.
• March 24, 2022: The Missouri retail and online sports betting legalization bill passed the final House of Representatives vote by a total of 115-33. The bill will now move to the Senate, and if approved, Missouri sports betting will be one signature away from becoming a reality.
• March 23, 2022: Missouri sports betting bill HB 2502, which would legalize retail and online sports betting, has been given preliminary approval from the Missouri House of Representatives. It will go to a third hearing and a vote before potentially moving through the Senate for approval.

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Sports You Can Bet on in Missouri

Missouri sports bettors will have a full library of betting markets at their fingertips when online sportsbooks go live in the state:

• Football (NFL, college football, USFL, CFL)
• Basketball (NBA, WNBA, college basketball, G League, Euro leagues)
• Baseball (MLB, College World Series)
• Hockey (NHL, Frozen Four)
• Soccer (MLS, Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Champions League, World Cup)
• Golf (PGA, LPGA, Ryder Cup)
• Boxing
• MMA (UFC, PFL)
• Motorsports (NASCAR, F1, IndyCar)
• Olympics
• Rugby
• Tennis (ATP, WTA)
• Cricket
• Sailing
• Skateboarding
• Snooker
• Surfing
• Volleyball

NFL betting is the most popular form of sports wagering in the US, and in Missouri, you’ll get a chance to place bets on Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. If you’re a fight fan, there will also be plenty of UFC betting sites to choose from on the Missouri sports betting market.

Here’s a full list of professional teams in Missouri that you’ll be able to bet on:

• Kansas City Chiefs (NFL)
• Kansas City Royals (MLB)
• St. Louis Cardinals (MLB)
• St. Louis Blues (NHL)
• Sporting Kansas City (MLS)
• St. Louis SC (MLS)
• Kansas City Current (NWSL)

You’ll also be able to bet on University of Missouri football, basketball and baseball, as well as other SEC sporting events.

NFL Betting in Missouri

As mentioned, online sportsbooks do their most consistent business during the NFL season, and in Missouri that figures to be the case as it is home to the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs.

Betting on the NFL will include futures, spreads, moneylines, totals, props and much more. Player prop betting in Missouri means that Chiefs fans can finally cash in on a big day from Mahomes.

MLB Betting in Missouri

The Kansas City Royals and St. Louis Cardinals are sure to be the source of plenty of betting handle at Missouri online sports betting apps. There are a multitude of betting options for baseball, including run lines, moneylines, totals, home run bets, no-run first innings (NRFIs) and much, much more.

You can also place futures bets on the Royals, Cardinals or any other MLB team to win their division or World Series. Here are the current MLB futures odds for the Royals and Cardinals at bet365.

Betting on SEC Sports in Missouri

The rules that will be attached to Missouri sports betting aren’t finalized, but I expect you will be able to place wagers on the Missouri Tigers within state lines. In-state college betting restrictions are rare, so it would be a surprise if legislators decided to go that route here.

College player props have been a bigger sticking point nationally, but if they’re allowed, you will be able to bet on how many yards a Missouri Tiger will rush for in a game, or who will score the first touchdown. No matter how they land on that, I fully believe you will be able to bet on SEC games in Missouri during football, basketball and baseball season.

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Missouri Sports Betting FAQs

Is sports betting legal in Missouri?

Voters passed an amendment in November 2024 to legalize sports betting in Missouri. It has not yet launched, but will in 2025.

When can I bet on sports in Missouri?

There is no official launch date yet, but we expect Missouri sports betting to go live during the fall of 2025, during the NFL season.

Can you pre-register for Missouri sports betting apps?

Not yet, but based on recent state launches, we would expect you will eventually be able to pre-register for Missouri sports betting apps.

What’s the legal age for online sports betting in Missouri?

A legal age for sports betting in Missouri has not yet been set, but it is typically 21 years old in other states.

Can I use DraftKings in Missouri?

We expect DraftKings Missouri to be one of the betting apps available at launch.

Is FanDuel Sportsbook available in Missouri?

We expect FanDuel Missouri to be one of the betting apps available at launch.

What teams can I bet on in Missouri?

You will be able to bet on all of Missouri’s professional sports teams – Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues, Sporting Kansas City, St. Louis SC and the Kansas City Current – as well as the Missouri Tigers. You’ll also be able to bet on all of the other teams in the major professional and college sports leagues in the US and beyond.

Will player prop bets be legal in Missouri?

While rules and regulations have not yet been decided, we anticipate professional player props will be available to Missouri bettors. College player props are also likely to be available, although that is much less certain.