Online casinos are not legal in Maryland
Maryland has not legalized real-money online casinos, and sweepstakes casinos are restricted. Here is the law as of October 2026, and what to watch for.
No casinos we rate accept players in Maryland
That is because of state law. Be cautious of offshore sites that claim to accept Maryland players: they are not licensed in the US, and you would have no regulator to turn to if they refuse to pay. How to spot an unsafe casino.
Maryland gambling law, in plain English
Real-money online casinos
iGaming referendum effort (SB 761) withdrawn Mar 2026; no online casino.
Sweepstakes casinos: restricted
No statutory ban: HB 295 (2026) passed the House 105-24 but died in the Senate; SB 860 (2025) also failed. Maryland Lottery and Gaming issued cease-and-desist letters (Jan 2025) and 20+ brands (e.g., WOW Vegas, Modo) exited.
Getting help
Maryland helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER. The National Problem Gambling Helpline, 1-800-MY-RESET, is free, confidential, and available 24/7 by call or text.
Maryland questions
Are online casinos legal in Maryland?
No. Maryland has not legalized real-money online casino games. Sweepstakes casinos are also restricted.
Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Maryland?
Restricted. No statutory ban: HB 295 (2026) passed the House 105-24 but died in the Senate; SB 860 (2025) also failed. Maryland Lottery and Gaming issued cease-and-desist letters (Jan 2025) and 20+ brands (e.g., WOW Vegas, Modo) exited.
Is sports betting legal in Maryland?
Yes, Maryland has legal sports betting in some form.
Where can I get help with problem gambling in Maryland?
Call 1-800-GAMBLER. The National Problem Gambling Helpline (1-800-MY-RESET, call or text) is also free, confidential, and open 24/7.