For countries/territories we're unable to accept bets from, please click here.
Residents of the following countriescan open an account with us. However, youraccess to certain products or servicesmay berestricted.
For legal reasons when travelling abroad, you may not be able to access your account.
Austria | We're no longer be able to allow residents of Austria access to our Bingo and Poker sites. However, all our other products (Live Casino, Vegas, Games and Sports)remain open for use. |
Armenia | We're no longer able to allow residents of Armenia access to our Sports Betting site. However, our other products remain open for use. |
Colombia | To comply with Colombian regulations, residents of Colombia can register with us at our Colombian website, williamhill.co. |
Germany | Since the15th of October 2020, our Gaming products are no longer available to customers in Germany. From the 10th of May 2022, our Sports betting offers are no longer available to customers in Germany. |
Italy | To comply with Italian regulations, residents of Italy can register with us at our Italian website, williamhill.it. |
Hungary | We're no longer able to allow residents of Hungary access to our Sports Betting site. However, our other products remain open for use.For more information, click here. |
Latvia | We're no longer able to allow residents of Latvia access to any William Hill sites. However, we can recommend our partner,11.lv. |
Lithuania | We're no longer able to allow residents of Lithuania access to Playtech Games. However, the rest of our Gaming and Sports products remain open for use. |
Macau | We're no longer able to allow residents of Macau access to our Casino and Poker sites. However, our other products (Live Casino, Vegas, Games andSports) remain open for use. |
Slovenia | We're no longer able to allow residents of Slovenia access to ourPoker site. However, our other products (Live Casino, Casino, Vegas, Games and Sports) remain open for use. |
Spain | To comply with Spanish regulations, residents of Spain can register with us at our Spanish website, williamhill.es. |
Sweden | To comply with Swedish regulations, residents of Sweden can register with us at our Swedish website, williamhill.se/sv. |
Ukraine | From the 29th of April 2022, we've temporarily suspended our operations in Ukraine. Further details about the suspension can be found here. |
We're unable to accept accounts or offer any products/services to clients resident in thesecountries/territories:
Afghanistan Aland Islands Albania Algeria American Samoa Antarctica Australia Bangladesh Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bhutan Botswana Bouvet Island Brazil British Indian Ocean Territory Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Central African Republic Chad China Christmas Island Cocos (Keeling) Islands Comoros Congo (Republic of) Cuba Czech Republic Cyprus Democratic Republic of Congo Denmark Djibouti East Timor Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia Ethiopia France French Guiana French Polynesia French Southern Territories Gabon Gambia Ghana Greece Greenland Guadeloupe Guam Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana Haiti Heard and McDonald Islands Hong Kong India Indonesia Iran Iraq Israel Ivory Coast Kenya Kiribati Latvia Lesotho Liberia Libya Mali Marshall Islands
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NOTE: We cannot confirm the legalities of Internet betting in every country around the world. If you're concerned about the legality of playing on our site, please contact your local legal representatives to answer any related questions.
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Country/Market Closure - FAQs:
Q: When and why do you close markets?
A: The Company keeps the right to close the market of any particular country due to regulatory restrictions and/or licensing laws in that jurisdiction.
These closures may also take place as a result of a business decision.
We shall inform affected players should this take place.
Details on deposits, game-play and withdrawals shall also be provided in our communications.
Q:What will happen to a player account if you have to close a market due to regulatory restrictions or licensing updates in a particular country?
A: If we're required to close the market of a particular jurisdiction due to regulatory restrictions or licensing developments or following a decision made by the Company, we'll inform affected players.
On the date of closure, players will no longer be able to deposit, place bets or play games.
Unless we're restricted from doing so, we'll then allow players to log in to their account for a certain period to withdraw any remaining balance.
Players who are unable to withdraw their balance within the indicated time frame will have to contact Customer Support for a withdrawal request.
Funds will be credited to the player’s bank account.
Q: What will happen to my balance?
A: Your funds are always safe with us.
We'll always inform you of dates and timelines for withdrawals should we have to stop operating in your country.
Q:What will happen with pending bets?
A: Pending bets are bets that still cannot be settled as they're placed on events that will happen after a market closure date.
As a general rule, we'll try to honor pending bets - unless we're restricted from doing so due to regulatory restrictions in the particular country.
Should we be allowed to honor pending bets, these will be settled as agreed once the result is known.
If your pending bet wins, please contact our Customer Services Team to arrange a withdrawal of the winnings to your bank account.
Q:What will happen to my bonuses if you decide to close the market?
A: All unused bonuses will be lost.
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FAQs
States Where Sports Betting Is Illegal
Sports betting in any form is currently illegal in California, Texas, Idaho, Utah, Minnesota, Missouri, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, Oklahoma, Alaska and Hawaii.
What state has the strictest gambling laws? ›
The right to regulate gambling is left to individual states, not the federal government. As of now, only two states—Utah and Hawaii—have completely banned all forms of gambling. The remaining 48 states have some level of legalized gambling, though restrictions vary widely.
Are offshore gambling sites legal? ›
Many offshore sportsbooks, for example, will offer bonuses to new customers and tempting odds prices in order to attract new business. They will often seem to be legitimate in their presentation, but the practice is illegal and such sites do not have the necessary authorization to operate in the US.
Can you bet outside your state? ›
There's nothing illegal about betting in a legal state if you're not from there. You just need to be within state borders. If you try to use a "fake" address, or the address of the people you're visiting, you'll run into issues verifying your identity, and likely won't be able to deposit and bet.
Why is gambling illegal in Hawaii? ›
Hawaiians value family above everything else. True enough, it is the core of their tradition and culture. Most people in Hawaii oppose gambling because they think it will take away the family atmosphere. And for the same reason, it may create more problems or chaos.
Why is gambling illegal in Texas? ›
Texas, a conservative state with a large faith-based community, has long considered gambling a “vice,” so the prohibition on casinos followed suit. Note: It's important to define gaming and gambling because they are two different things. Gaming is participating in legal, state-sanctioned wagering.
What is the penalty for offshore gambling? ›
Conducting An Illegal Gambling Business
Be mindful that this offense only applies to “offshore” Internet gambling enterprises if the bettor or operation has some connection with a state that prohibits such acts. Offenders of Title 18 U.S.C. Section 1955 can face up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
What country has no online gambling restrictions? ›
Some prominent jurisdictions where online gambling is legal and regulated include the United Kingdom, Malta, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, and Alderney. These countries have established licensing authorities that oversee online gambling operators, ensuring consumer protection and fair play.
What are the banned gambling sites? ›
List of illegal gambling sites
| Illegal website | Decision GC |
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| 528 | jacktop.com | 22/07/2024 |
| 527 | lucky312024.com | 22/07/2024 |
| 526 | lucky31cards.com | 22/07/2024 |
| 525 | rakoocasino.com | 22/07/2024 |
121 more rowsIs it legal to use a VPN for sports betting? So long as it is legal to wager on sports online in the state where you are physically located, and the service you are betting with is following your state's laws, then using a VPN makes no difference, legally speaking.
Yes, you're able to withdraw your funds in a state that doesn't permit sports gambling. Gaming deposits aren't permitted without prior verification of your identity in a permitted online sportsbook or casino state.
Can I bet from another country? ›
You can even stream and place bets on international sports with a VPN. Below are some of the best VPNs for gambling and sports betting currently available on the market. All of them offer a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try them risk-free.
What is illegal gambling in America? ›
The five major types of illegal gambling are sports betting with bookmakers, horse betting with bookmakers, sports parlay cards, numbers, and illegal casinos. Substantial numbers of Americans engage in these activities, particularly in urban areas.
Why is gambling illegal in Utah? ›
The fact that Utah is a predominantly Mormon state also means that moral and ethical concerns make the legalization of gambling even more challenging. Other concerns that have been raised include the diversion of spending on other businesses.
Is gambling at home illegal in the US? ›
Potential Legal Ramifications
Playing poker for money at home can lead to illegal gambling activities, depending on the state regulations. While some states in the US allow friendly poker games at home, others have stricter laws. For example, in Hawaii, Utah, Alaska, and Georgia, all forms of gambling are prohibited.
Where is bet US legal? ›
BetUS is one of the pioneers in the legal online sports betting industry and is licensed in Mwali, Comoros Union.
