INSIDECASINO.USWhat does Florida law say about online casinos?
Florida's 2021 compact with the Seminole Tribe covers sports betting, and it allows craps and roulette at tribal casinos. It does not create a statewide online casino market. Florida is not among the seven states with legal online casinos.
Who regulates gambling in Florida?
The Florida Gaming Control Commission regulates pari-mutuel wagering, cardrooms and slot facilities, and it oversees gaming compacts. The state lottery is outside its remit.
Are offshore casinos legal in Florida?
Offshore casinos hold no Florida license, so no Florida agency checks their games, payouts or complaints.
Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Florida?
Florida has no law that names sweepstakes casinos, because 2026 ban bills failed. The Attorney General argues that existing law already prohibits them. The August 2026 suits seek to keep Stake and VGW brands, including Chumba Casino, out of the state. No ruling was reported when we checked.
Are there land-based casinos in Florida?
Yes. Casino games are offered at tribal casinos under the Seminole compact. Florida also has slot facilities and cardrooms regulated by the Commission.
What are the rules in another state?
Each state sets its own online casino rules. Pick a state to see its status, its regulator and the date we last checked it.
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Sources
At least one fact on this page comes from an official source or a law firm analysis. Other facts rely on the reporting listed here. How we research.
- Florida Gaming Control Commission
- SBC Americas: Florida AG sues over sweeps
- Covers: Florida AG sues Stake and VGW
- Sarasota Magazine: online casinos and sweepstakes in Florida
- American Gaming Association: State of the States 2026