Seattle Sports Betting

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Washington sports betting was the first to legalize in 2020, though the outcome wasn’t what some wanted to see.

The state’s legislature legalized sports betting in Washington at tribal casinos only. Mobile betting will only be allowed while on tribal land.

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Where can I bet on sports in Washington?

Sports betting in Washington will be allowed only at tribal casinos once it launches. Just because a tribe can offer WA sports betting does not necessarily mean it will choose to do so.

There are 30 tribal casinos in the state of Washington operated by 24 tribes:

Casino	Operator	Offers sports betting?
12 Tribes Resort Casino in Omak	Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation	No
Angel of the Winds Casino in Arlington	Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians	No
Chewelah Casino in Chewelah	Spokane Tribe of Indians	No
Clearwater Casino and Resort in Suquamish	Suquamish Tribe	No
Coulee Dam Casino in Coulee Dam	Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation	No
Elwha River Casino in Port Angeles	Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe	No
Emerald Queen Casino in Tacoma	Puyallup Tribe	No
Emerald Queen Casino at Fife in Fife	Puyallup Tribe	No
Ilani Casino in Ridgefield	Cowlitz Indian Tribe	No
Legends Casino in Toppenish	Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation	No
Little Creek Casino Resort in Shelton	Squaxin Island Tribe	No
Lucky Eagle Casino in Rochester	Confederated Tribes of the Chehlis Reservation	No
Mill Bay Casino in Manson	Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation	No
Muckleshoot Indian Casino in Auburn	Muckleshoot Tribe	No
Nooksack Northwood Casino in Lynden	Nooksack Indian Tribe	No
Northern Lights Casino in Anacortes	Swinomish Indian Tribal Community	No
Northern Quest Casino in Airway Heights	Kalispel Tribe of Indians	No
Okanogan Bingo-Casino in Okanogan	Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation	No
Point-No-Point Casino in Kingston	Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe	No
Quil Ceda Creek Casino in Tulalip	Tulalip Tribes	No
Quinault Beach Resort and Casino in Ocean Shores	Quinault Indian Nation	No
Red Wind Casino in Olympia	Nisqually Indian Tribe	No
Seven Cedars Casino in Sequim	Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe	No
Shoalwater Bay Casino in Tokeland	Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe	No
Silver Reef Casino in Ferndale	Lummi Nation	No
Skagit Valley Casino Resort in Bow	Upper Skagit Indian Tribe	No
Snoqualmie Casino in Snoqualmie	Snoqualmie Indian Tribe	No
The Lucky Dog Casino in Skokomish	Skokomish Indian Tribe	No
Tulalip Resort Casino in Tulalip	Tulalip Tribes	No
Two Rivers Casino in Davenport	Spokane Tribe of Indians	No

It’s important to note that this may not be the path forward for Washington sports betting after all. Eric Persson, CEO of Maverick Gaming, which owns 19 of the state’s card rooms, said he would sue over the bill’s emergency clause.

When will online Washington sports betting launch?

Online Washington sports betting is technically allowed but only on tribal land.

The legislature ultimately preferred a slower approach to WA sports betting than some bills that would have legalized sports betting at cardrooms with open mobile betting.

Whether any tribes launch an app for Washington sports betting while on tribal land is up in the air. For instance, casinos in Mississippi have had the option to launch a mobile sports betting app geofenced to the casino since sports betting started in August 2018, but none have.

Recent Washington sports betting news

Washington Sports Betting First To Legalize In 2020 As Inslee Signs Bill

Washington sports betting moved to the front of the line for legalization in 2020 on Wednesday. Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed into law ESHB 2638, which allows retail sports betting only on tribal lands. Read More

Seattle, WA, is a large metropolitan area resting in the mountainous natural region of Washington. There are 2 (formerly 3) major professional sports franchises. Seattle sports betting options allow residents to bet on their favorite local teams or any other major team for that matter. If you have ever been curious about sports gambling, you have come to the right place.

Washington has a specific state law that deems all forms of online gambling illegal, however, it is still possible to use certain betting sites. That being said, we do not condone any illegal activity and encourage all citizens to adhere to their state laws. This page was developed specifically for Seattle residents and for informational purposes and has resources on betting laws, Washington sports betting, sportsbooks accepting WA bettors and more.

Is Sports Betting Legal In Seattle, WA?

Federal Laws In Play

USA federal gambling laws shape the enforcement of sports betting in the United States. Any responsible bettor should be aware of these laws and how they influence the US sports gambling landscape.

The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act was a federal ban on forms of regulated domestic betting in 46 states, including Washington. Passed in 1992, PASPA is the reason why there are no brick-and-mortar sportsbooks in the state of Washington today. That will change soon now that PASPA has been repealed by the SCOTUS and WA governor Jay Inslee has signed HB 2638 into law, authorizing tribal casinos to offer on-site sports wagering. Online sports wagering is still barred, however.

The Federal Wire Act pertains to domestic gambling making it illegal for US based businesses to accept wagers, betting data, or information across state lines.

The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act monitors banks and other financial institutions, specifically how they process transactions with digital gambling websites. Licensed offshore sportsbooks are technically outside US jurisdiction, but regardless, there is no mention of them anywhere in these 3 laws. Washington has a state law that rules all forms of Internet gambling, including online sports betting, illegal.

However, enforcement of this law is subpar and residents are still able to access licensed offshore sportsbooks. To be clear, this site is not encouraging any illegal activity whatsoever. Our objective is to provide accurate information on how licensed offshore sportsbooks work. Any online betting activity taken up by WA residents is done so at their own risk.

Best Sportsbooks Licensed To Accept Seattle, Washington Residents

Below you will find a table comprised of the best available sportsbooks accepting Seattle residents. These sites have been in the business for at least 10 years and have established positive reputations along the way. Our team of Internet sports gambling analysts screened each of these operators for the following:

Legal licensing
Regulation
Betting line selection
Wagering type variance
Strong security profiles
Reliable customer support
Generous bonus incentives
USA-friendly banking options
Mobile/live betting capabilities

You can sample each of these sportsbooks for yourself by clicking on the links attached to each brand in the table. There is no requirement to place a bet or even sign up for an account when viewing the site. It is also not illegal to browse the site.

Site Name	Current Bonus	U.S.
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2	50% Max $1,000	Visit Site Review
3	50% Max $1,000	Visit Site Review
4	100% Max $500	Visit Site Review

Seattle, Washington Sports Betting FAQs

How Does The Washington State Law Affect Offshore Betting?

Washington’s state law considers all forms of gambling on the Internet to be illegal, including sports betting. The language of the law includes sites operating within foreign countries, meaning offshore sportsbooks. Enforcement of this law would be both expensive and time-consuming, leaving little incentive for the local government to follow up.

Still, it is considered illegal to bet with an offshore sportsbook. This is why we encourage Seattle residents to not bet with a sportsbook, however, if you are going to, you should at least be aware of how offshore sportsbooks work. Any betting is done at your own risk.

How Can I Set Up My Sportsbook Account?

You will need some personal information such as your name, email address, location, age, etc., in order to set up your sportsbook account. This is used to verify your bettor eligibility.

Will There Ever Be State Run Sports Betting In WA?

There will be state-regulated (if not directly state run) sports betting in Washington soon, as HB 2638 was passed into law in March 2020. This bill will allow sports wagering in-person at tribal casinos only (bettors must be 18 or older), though it requires that the state's tribal compacts be amended first.

Such revisions can be a time-consuming process, and it means that land-based brick-and-mortar sports betting could hit Washington by late 2020 or early 2021. Based on current events, the later date seems more tenable. In the meantime, of course, online sports wagering is available via the sites outlined here.

What Deposit Options Are Available To US Bettors?

United States bettors can deposit money into their account using credit/debit cards, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, prepaid cards, and wire transfers. There may be other deposit methods available, but we have found that these are the most commonly accepted. Withdrawal options tend to be much more limited, but only Bitcoin allows for same day withdrawals, making it our top choice.

Sports Teams In Seattle, WA

Seattle Seahawks (NFL)

The Seattle Seahawks played their first season of professional football in 1976 as an expansion team and today, compete in the NFC West and play home games at CenturyLink Field. The franchise has won 10 division titles and have appeared in three Super Bowls, winning their first and only Lombardi Trophy in Super Bowl XLVIII for the 2013 season.

Seattle Mariners (MLB)

The Seattle Mariners play in the American League West division. The Mariners have been out of contention for a bit, and they are expected to be coordinating some moves this offseason to better the team. You can find betting lines throughout the regular season through any of our recommended sportsbooks once the 2018 season begins.

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