INSIDECASINO.USWhat does Rhode Island law say about online casinos?
Governor Dan McKee signed Senate Bill 948 in June 2023. It extended Bally's land-based casino monopoly online and taxes online slots at 50% and table games at 18%. A trial began on March 1, 2024, followed by the public launch on March 5.
Who regulates gambling in Rhode Island?
The Rhode Island Lottery oversees gambling in the state and is part of the Rhode Island Department of Revenue. Rhode Island has only one authorized online casino operator, so there is no list to compare.
How do I check if a Rhode Island online casino is licensed?
- Bally's is the only authorized online casino operator in Rhode Island.
- Reach the site through Bally's or the Rhode Island Lottery, not through an ad.
- If another brand offers real-money casino games, do not deposit.
Are offshore casinos legal in Rhode Island?
Offshore casinos hold no Rhode Island license, so no Rhode Island agency checks their games, payouts or complaints.
Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Rhode Island?
We found no Rhode Island law that names sweepstakes casinos, and a tracker shows no state enforcement. That is not a finding that they are legal.
Are there land-based casinos in Rhode Island?
Yes. Bally's operates the state's two casinos, and the Rhode Island Lottery oversees them.
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.
- Rhode Island Lottery
- iGaming Business: Rhode Island launches iGaming
- Turn to 10: Bally's launches online casino gaming
- Lines.com: sweepstakes casino status by state, updated October 26, 2026