Last Updated May 4, 2022, 02:27 PM ET
Badger State bettors received exciting news in November 2021. After a substantial delay, the Oneida Nation has begun taking its first retail sports bets at its Green Bay casino. And as of Feb. 21, 2022, the tribal casino has its own active mobile app, providing bettors with the opportunity to wager on their mobile devices in certain locations.
Wisconsin lawmakers are eager to see the state get its share of the sports betting spoils from the robust U.S. betting market and eventually compete with neighboring states like Illinois.
Be sure to bookmark this page for the latest news and updates as Wisconsin continues to expand on its newfound legal sports betting scene.
Yes. As of Nov. 30, 2021, legalized sports betting is a viable option for Wisconsinites. Oneida Casino is now the only location in the state where legal sports betting can take place, with the Oneida Nation tribe planning to allow wagering at all its casinos and additional properties soon.
On Aug. 20, 2021, the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs approved revisions to a gaming compact signed in July by Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers and the Oneida Nation’s chairman Tehassi Hill, which included provisions for event wagering on tribal lands.
However, delays in software, hardware, and supply chain delivery forced the Oneida Nation to miss its Green Bay casino’s anticipated Nov. 1, 2021 sportsbook rollout date.
Mobile sports betting officially arrived with the launch of Oneida Casino's sportsbook app on Feb. 21, 2022, but is limited to Oneida property in accordance with state laws, meaning that Wisconsinites don't have the same access to popular websites and mobile sports betting apps that neighboring states offer.
The other 10 Wisconsin tribes with gaming compacts have yet to announce any sports betting plans.
Our U.S. legal tracker includes the latest on each state's sports betting legalization progress.
The approval of the revisions to the gaming compact with the Oneida Nation demonstrates state leadership’s eagerness to access the lucrative sports betting market.
Entering into new gaming compacts with the remaining 10 Wisconsin Native American tribes is also on Gov. Evers' agenda. These movements signal expansion to Wisconsin’s fresh launch of legalized sports betting.
Keep track of milestones and notable events surrounding the legalization of sports betting in Wisconsin:
Feb. 21, 2022: Oneida Casino's sportsbook app goes live, providing Wisconsin bettors with the ability to wager on sports via their mobile devices in select locations.
Feb. 14, 2022: Betway and the Bucks agreed to a multi-year partnership, whereby Betway becomes the NBA team's official gaming partner.
Dec. 20, 2021: Gov. Tony Evers and the St. Croix Chippewa Indians sign a gaming compact amendment to allow the tribe to offer event wagering on-site at its three WI casinos. Turtle Lake Casino will look to open a sportsbook in time for Super Bowl 56.
Nov. 30, 2021: After numerous delays, the Oneida Nation begins holding the state’s first legal sports bets at its Green Bay casino.
Sept. 2, 2021: International Game Technology (IGT) announces that its PlaySports platform will expand into Wisconsin through an agreement to power sports betting at Oneida Casino.
Aug. 20, 2021: The U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs approves a compact amendment signed in July, giving the Oneida Nation the green light to offer sports betting.
July 13, 2021: The Oneida Nation is the first Native American tribe in WI to announce that it will launch sports betting in fall 2021.
July 1, 2021: Wisconsin legalizes in-person sports betting. Gov. Evers signs compact gaming agreements with all 11 federally recognized Tribes of Indians in Wisconsin.
March 15, 2020: Nearby state, Michigan, launches in-person sports betting followed by online sports betting in January 2021. It continues to see a steady increase in revenue for 2021.
Jan. 7, 2019: Governor Tony Evers assumes office in Wisconsin. Gov. Evers works on a gaming compact that would allow the state to split sports betting revenue with tribes.
May 2018: The U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) strikes down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA), enabling individual states to create their own sports betting rules and regulations.
The minimum gambling age for visitors to WI tribal casinos is 21 years old. Those looking to bet on sports are subject to the same treatment.
Sports betting activities are limited to tribal casinos, meaning you can download the apps anywhere in WI but can only place a wager on tribal lands at affiliated sports betting venues.
Oneida Casino's sportsbook app is only viable at the following locations: Oneida Casino, IMAC Casino, West Mason Casino, HWY 54 One-Stop, Four Paths One-Stop, Westwind One-Stop, Packerland Casino & One-Stop, HWY 29 Travel Center Casino & One-Stop, HWY E & HWY EE One-Stop, and Larsen One-Stop.
Here's a list of what you need to know before placing your first sports wager in the Equality State.
Legal age21 is the minimum gambling age for sports betting in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin's legal gambling age is 18, but that applies to charitable games and the state lottery. Twenty-one is the minimum gambling age in Wisconsin tribal casinos, which means sports betting gets the same treatment.
Mobile bettingFor now, Wisconsin mobile sports betting is permitted but limited to Oneida property. International Game Technology (IGT) supports the Oneida Nation's retail and online sports betting products at its Oneida Casino in Green Bay.
Remote registrationWisconsin requires bettors to register in person. The only location where you can do that at the moment is Oneida Casino in Green Bay.
Within state bordersStates with legal sports betting laws and regulations in place leverage geolocation software. This practice ensures that all WI online sports gambling activities take place within state lines.
Retail sportsbooksThe only legal retail sportsbook currently operating in Wisconsin is Oneida Casino in Green Bay. However, the Oneida Nation will eventually allow sports wagering at all its other locations.
Taxable winningsWisconsin gambling winnings are taxable and must be reported on your income tax return. As such, any winnings from your respective sports betting activities will be treated similarly.
While Wisconsinites now have one retail location and limited mobile options for partaking in legal sports betting, the desire for statewide online and mobile wagering, in particular, may draw them to nearby neighborly options.
Illinois has recorded its first $5 billion in sports betting, while Iowa and Michigan have all launched legal online and in-person sports wagering, too.
Now that legal sports betting is fully underway at Oneida Casino, there is a blueprint for Wisconsin state officials to follow as they begin to renegotiate gaming pacts with other tribal casinos.
This should increase optimism for more legal sports betting locations in 2022.
Oneida Casino is the sole option for sports bettors right nowMobile betting limited to Oneida propertiesRenegotiating remaining gaming pacts could be difficultWisconsin bettors must register in person to wager on sports. Oneida Casino is presently the only retail sportsbook for those looking to bet in person, and mobile betting is now available on-site.
For now, the only legal and state-regulated sportsbook you can register with is Oneida Casino. While you wait for more options to arrive, you can read our sportsbook reviews to learn about their various features and options.
Wisconsin sports bettors cannot sign up with a sportsbook from their own home or elsewhere in the state and may only do so at Oneida Casino for now. Eventually, in-person registration will also be possible at other tribal properties.
To verify your identity, you must supply personal information and produce a driver’s license or SSN.
Online sportsbooks consistently attract new players with promotions, bonuses, and perks. It is unclear what these will be for Oneida Casino.
Keep an eye out for risk-free bets, no-deposit bonuses, and deposit matches. The rub here is that the offers are occasionally too restrictive. Reading the fine print is your first line of defense.
Before placing any bets at Oneida Casino, you'll have to make an in-person cash deposit. The casino does not accept options such as debit or credit cards, electronic transfers, or money orders as deposit methods.
Wisconsin sports bettors have access to these popular bet types: moneylines, Over/Unders (totals), point spreads, parlays, teasers, futures, and live bets.
Shopping the various betting lines is an excellent tool for your bankroll management strategy. As more of them arrive, not all WI sportsbooks will post the same odds, meaning you can likely get a better deal elsewhere.
It’s always vital to read through the terms and conditions tied to withdrawing funds from any given sportsbook. Sometimes, these transactions could be immediate or take one to two days to process.
American odds are the default option used by operators across the U.S. The minus (-) and plus (+) signs indicate favorites and underdogs, respectively.
For favorites, the number you see informs you of the amount you would have to wager to win $100. -150 odds show you that a $150 bet would net you $100 in winnings.
Underdogs are treated differently, with the plus sign used to display the amount you would win for placing a $100 bet. As an example, +110 odds tell you a $100 stake would fetch $110 in profit.
Outside of North America, sportsbooks display odds as fractions and decimals. Our in-house odds converter lets you flip through all three types of betting odds.
Even though Wisconsinites can now legally wager on sporting events, some limitations remain.
We're monitoring all developments and keeping this section up-to-date as news becomes available.
No wagering on elections or political events will be allowed.
It remains to be seen whether any specific gaming laws will apply to regulating Wisconsin esports competitions.
Betting on Wisconsin's college teams is prohibited, but you can wager on out-of-state college teams.
Along with the ability to bet on sports, Oneida Casino has also made it known that wagering on nationally televised awards shows, such as the Academy Awards, is permitted on-site.
There is only one location for retail sports betting in WI: Oneida Casino. As of Feb. 21, 2022, Oneida Casino has its own mobile app, which is limited to Oneida venues.
Sportsbook | Mobile app | Odds provider | Online casino | Retail partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Oneida Casino Sportsbook | Yes | IGT | No | Oneida Casino |
Now that legal sports wagering has begun at Oneida Casino, players will be able to place bets on all the major sports.
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Despite its many tribal casinos, pari-mutuel wagering, and the state lottery, Wisconsin does not have a long history with legal sports betting.
CasinoThere are 26 casinos in Wisconsin, plus plans to build a new Ho-Chunk Nation casino in Beloit. Casino activity is relegated to in-person betting as mobile casino operators are prohibited.
PokerThe state boasts four poker rooms in Greater Wisconsin, Milwaukee and Southern WI, and Northern Highland.
Horse racingBetting on horse racing is legal in Wisconsin. The absence of any permanent race tracks means that much of the betting action takes place online.
Wisconsin bettors can access horse races across the globe via horse racing betting sites, including TVG, TwinSpires, and BetAmerica.
Daily fantasy sportsNo rules forbidding daily fantasy sports (DFS) exist in Wisconsin. Those in-state bettors can access sites like DraftKings, FanDuel, and Yahoo Fantasy Sports.
Resources related to problem gambling are widely available in Wisconsin. Individuals can intentionally exclude themselves from all betting activity by joining Wisconsin's self-exclusion programs.
Now that sportsbooks have begun arriving in Wisconsin, players will have access to tools designed to curb gambling activity. There are options to set deposit, wager, and loss limits.
Visit Wisconsin Council on Problem GamblingEach U.S. state gained the ability to legalize and regulate sports betting in 2018. These states have already gone down that route:
While over 30 legal sports wagering markets exist in the U.S., there are still states moving toward legal sports betting. Here are the ones which may potentially offer it soon:
Wisconsin has begun its foray into offering legal sports betting outlets. With additional legalized locations on the way, we advise you to not risk your money and waste your time with unregulated sportsbooks that operate illegally.
Yes. Oneida Casino has begun taking retail sports bets following the federal government's approval of an amendment to the gaming compact between the Oneida Nation and Wisconsin that permits sports wagering at the tribe's casinos.
21 is the minimum gambling age in Wisconsin tribal casinos, which means sports betting gets the same treatment. Wisconsin's legal gambling age is 18, but that applies to state lottery games.
The only option for legal sports betting in Wisconsin is Oneida Casino. Retail wagering is available, with online capabilities coming soon.
There are no online sportsbooks in Wisconsin. Oneida Casino's mobile app is coming soon, however.
While you cannot wager on Wisconsin-based collegiate teams, betting on out-of-state college sports is permitted.
The Wisconsin Gaming Commission is likely to have a hand in regulating statewide sports wagering.
No. However, FanDuel already offers daily fantasy sports (DFS) in Wisconsin.
No, but you will have to be located within Wisconsin tribal lands to place a bet on a mobile sportsbook app.
The soon-to-be launched legal sportsbook apps promote strong digital security measures to keep personal information safe.
Joshua Howe is a commercial content editor at Covers, assisting experts in making smarter sports bettors.
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