Sports Betting In West Virginia

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West Virginia Sports Betting Update

In order to bet on sports in West Virginia you must be at least 21 years old. This requirement applies for placing bets in person at a casino or racetrack, or using an online bookmaker or mobile app. While some states, like New Hampshire, have gone with 18, 21 is still very much the industry standard and shouldn’t come as much of a shock. “West Virginia sports fans are going to love this app as much as they love visiting us here at America’s Resort.” West Virginia became the third state to adopt online sports betting in December 2018. For more information on BetMGM, follow @BetMGM on Twitter.

The state of West Virginia officially made sports betting legal in August of 2019. It didn’t take long for the largest sportsbooks in the industry, FanDuel and DraftKings, to be up and running. We have since seen both William Hill and BetMGM enter the space. Here are the complete details for the West Virginia sports betting bill:

West Virginia Sports Betting Details

Start Date	August 30, 2020
Legal Age to Bet	21
Online/In App Betting	Yes
Maximum Bet	No Limit
Corresponding Bill	SB 415
Eligible Sportsbooks	Operators partnered with a WV casino.

West Virginia Sportsbooks

While the bar for entry is not nearly as high as we have seen with other states, not every major online sportsbook is operating in the state. In fact, of the major sportsbooks we work with, only FanDuel, DraftKings, and BetMGM are currently offering online and in-app betting in West Virginia right now. Below are our favorite sportsbook options available in WV today.

Sportsbook	Our Grade	Promo Offer	Get Started
9.8Out of 10	Up to:$500Free Bet
9.5Out of 10	Up to:$1,025Deposit Bonus
8.7Out of 10	Up to:$500Deposit Bonus
7.8Out of 10	Up to:$250Free Bet

Additional West Virginia Sports Betting Options

In addition to the four most popular sportsbooks options list above, there are several brick-and-mortar sportsbooks located in the state’s casinos. Below is the complete list of options for West Virginia residents and visitors.

Sportsbook	Casino	Launch Date
BetMGM	Greenbrier Resort	January 2020
DraftKings	Hollywood Casino	August 2019
FanDuel	Greenbrier Resort	August 2019
IGT (Betly)	Mardi Gras	TBD
IGT (Betly)	Wheeling Island	TBD
William Hill	Mauntaineer Casino	August 2019

Important note: After a dispute with a data provider, sister casinos Mardi Gras and Wheeling Island ceased sportsbook operations in March to shift from BetLucky to Betly. We would assume a start-date is approaching as locations reopen following the COVID hiatus.

WV Sports Betting FAQ’s

There are several pressing questions WV residents have surrounding the legalization of sports betting in their state. Below are answers to several of the questions we have received most since SB 415 passed.

Is sports betting legal in West Virginia?

Yes, West Virginia passed a bill legalizing sports betting in March of 2018 and the first bet was officially placed in the state on August 30, 2019.

Can I bet online in WV?

Yes, online and in-app wagering is 100% legal in West Virginia. The three most popular sportsbooks operating online at the moment are DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetMGM.

What is the minimum age to bet on sports in WV?

The current minimum age to place a bet on sports in West Virginia is 21. This is in line with every other state that has passed sports betting legislation over the past three years.

What sports can I bet on in West Virginia?

You can bet on all major sports in West Virginia, including most college sports, the NFL, NBA, NHL, PGA, MLB, Nascar, UFC, and Tennis.