Online Gambling in Michigan
Is it Legal in Michigan?
Online Casinos
Online Sports Betting
Online Poker
Online Lottery
Online Horse Wagering
Michigan has become the latest major online gambling hub with an official launch on January 22 2021. In doing so, they join New Jersey and Pennsylvania as large states that have regulated the Big 3 – online casinos, online sportsbooks and online poker rooms. Online casinos and online sportsbooks were launched first with Michigan online poker to follow.
Michigan legalized online gambling in the state in December 2019, almost exactly a year after the state first legalized internet wagering, before being vetoed by the governor right at the deadline.
What is available in Michigan?
Michigan online gambling went finally went live with online gambling in January 2021. Like other highly populated states such as New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Michigan allows operators to offer online casinos, online sportsbooks and online poker rooms. The market will foster plenty of competition with dozens of operators likely coming to the state, which will be a major benefit to players in the state.
Although the online gambling market will be brand new, Michigan was one of the first states to launch an online lottery, which came to the state in 2014. Players can enjoy instant games as well as purchase draw tickets through MichiganLottery.com. The state also has given its blessing to daily fantasy sports with the same comprehensive bill that regulated online gaming.
Michigan online gambling will be very competitive with around a dozen operators available at launch with more expected throughout early 2021. The chart outlines the operators that have launched so far and will be updated as the Michigan online gambling market evolves.
Operator | When Opened | Partner Casino | Online Products | More Info |
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Barstool Sportsbook | January 2021 | Greektown Casino | Sportsbook | Review |
BetMGM | January 2021 | MGM Grand Detroit | Casino, Sportsbook | Review |
DraftKings | January 2021 | Bay MIlls Indian Community | Casino, Sportsbook | Review |
FanDuel | January 2021 | MotorCity Casino | Casino, Sportsbook | Review |
Golden Nugget | January 2021 | Keweenaw Bay Indian Community | Casino, Sportsbook | Review |
BetRivers | January 2021 | Little River Band of Ottawa Indians | Casino, Sportsbook | Review |
Twinspires | January 2021 | Hannahville Indiana Community | Casino, Sportsbook | Review |
William Hill | January 2021 | Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians | Casino, Sportsbook | Review |
Wynn | coming soon | Sault Ste. Maria Tribe of Chippewa Indians | Casino, Sportsbook | Review |
PointsBet | January 2021 | Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians | Sportsbook | Review |
Online Sportsbetting in MI
Michigan sports betting began in the state through in-person sportsbooks in March 2020 with online sports betting following in January 22, 2021. At launch, the online sports betting market in the state was very robust, with around a dozen operators offering betting lines and more to come.
Nearly two different sports have been authorized for wagering in the state including major sports such as baseball, basketball, football, hockey, soccer and most NCAA sports. This includes a variety of leagues within each sport (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, EPL etc) and allows Michiganders to bet on their Detriot Pistons, Lions, Tigers and Red Wings. The availability of college sports means you can also place your bets on the on the Michigan State Spartans and Michigan Wolverines as well.
Of course, it’s not just the major sports that are available to sportsbettors. Michigan online sportsbooks have also been authorized to offer betting lines on Australian rules football, bowling, boxing, clying, golf, lacross, MMA, motorsports, Olympics, Rugby and Tennis with more set for approval.
Online Poker in Michigan
Michigan online casinos focused on online sportsbetting and online casinos at launch, but online poker rooms are coming!
In fact, the launch of Michigan online poker could be one of the best things that has happened to online poker in the United States in recent years. Not only will online poker be available in a heavily populated state such as Michigan — which allows for larger player pools — but Michigan could be a game changer for other states as well.
This is because Michigan has entered into a “multi-state” agreement to share player pools with other states offering online poker including Nevada, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The merging of player pools will be a major boost for all states, increasing the size of the player pool more than if the states had operated independently. This is expected to come to fruition in the first half of 2021, and could coincide with the launch of online poker itself in the state.
Expect major online poker rooms such as PokerStars, partypoker and WSOP.com to be among the online poker rooms available in the state.
Online Casinos in Michigan
Along with online sports betting, online casinos are expected to the most popular online gaming products in the state. The vast majority of online sportsbooks available in Michigan will also offer an online casino, which will allow for plenty of competition among operators among the dozen or so operators.
Online casino players can enjoy online versions of many of the same casino games they have come to know and love at brick and mortar casinos. This includes some of the following games:
- online slots (usually the most plentiful games at Michigan online casinos)
- online table games (blackjack, Caribbean Stud, Ultimate Texas Hold’em etc)
- video poker (Game King is the most popular provider)
- roulette (European, American) versions)
- live dealer (expected later in the year)
For most Michigan online casinos, you can play through a web browser and an app, available through iOS and Android.
Other Online Gambling In MI
Michigan has a track record of being relatively progressive when it comes to legal online gambling, including through the Michigan Online Lottery, which was one of the first of its kind in the nation. The state went live in August 2014 and allowed users to purchase lottery tickets online as well as virtual scratch off tickets.
Players can now enjoy over 200 different types of instant games and purchase tickets for 10 popular draw games online. The Michigan Online Lottery allows players to play through the MI Lottery app or website and enjoy “Fast Cash” games — progressive jackpots — pull tabs, keno and second chance games.
Though Michigan’s comprehensive bill that passed online gambling, the state also gave its official approval of daily fantasy sports contests. Offered through providers such as DraftKings and FanDuel, which also offer online sportsbooks in Michigan (players can use the same account for both products).
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Michigan Online Gambling Frequently Asked Questions
Michigan is one of a few states where you can gamble at a land-based casino when you are 18 years of age or older. However, despite an 18 year old minimum at retail casinos, you will need to be at least 21 years of age or older to bet online.
In addition to the 21 year old requirement, you must also be physically located in the state at the time of wagering. This means that both residents of the state and visitors can play at Michigan online casinos while in the state. Like other states, Michigan uses geo-location tools to check that you are actually in the state.
Furthermore, Michigan online casinos will run identity checks where they ask for the last four digits of your social security number or require you to submit documentation before you play.
Michigan brick and mortar casinos, including Michigan Indian tribes, have partnered with existing online brands, many of which have already launched in other states or internationally. So even though the online casinos will be new, they will be powered by companies that have extensive online gambling experience.
Michigan online gambling, like retail gambling, is regulated through the Michigan gaming Control Board. They are responsible for the licensing, regulation and control of gambling that occurs in the state.
Michigan passed HB 4916 in late 2019, a comprehensive gambling bill which was signed by Governor Gretchen Witmer. The law followed an earlier attempt in the previous year, which was ultimately vetoed by the former governor.
Yes, Michigan online gambling sites will be very safe. Because companies and casinos are regulated by the Michigan Gaming Control Board, these will be some of the safest online casinos and sportsbooks in the world. Gone are the days when you have to worry about losing your money by a casino going bankrupt or running off with funds. Michigan laws require that player funds must be separate from operational funds.
It is expected that Michigan online casino and sportsbook users will be able to wager through an online casino’s website or app, depending on the casino. Apple iOS users can typically download apps through the Apple App Store. Android users on the other hand, will need to download the app directly through from the casino website, due to restrictions that Google places on real money apps within the Google Play Store.
Michigan online gambling sites have not yet launched at the time of this writing. However, based on what other online casinos are offering in other states, players can expect to deposit using a variety of payment methods including e-wallets (such as Paypal), bank transfers, credit cards and cash options.
When making a withdrawal, you can use part of your withdrawal to cashout the same method you deposited (up to the deposit amount). Typical withdrawal options include ewallets, bank transfers and checks.
Do you or someone you love have a problem with gambling? You are not alone. The Michigan Gaming Control Board provides a variety of resources for players that have a problem and want to get help. For one, you can join the Michigan Disassociated Persons list, which is a completely voluntary list that restricts you from playing. You can do so by calling 1-888-223-3044.
There is also a Michigan Problem Gambling Helpline, which players can reach by calling 1-800-270-7117. You can find other resources from the Michigan Department of Health of Human services or the Compulsive/Problem Gambling page through the Michigan Control Board.