Michigan Online Casinos

Key takeaways

• Real-money online casinos have been legal in Michigan since January 22, 2021.
• The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) licenses every legal site; 15 operators were authorized as of August 2026.
• You must be 21+ and physically inside Michigan to play for real money.
• BetMGM, DraftKings, FanDuel, Caesars Palace Online, bet365 and Fanatics are all licensed in Michigan.
• Help is available 24/7 at 1-800-GAMBLER, and the state’s Responsible Gaming Database lets you self-exclude from all regulated online gambling.

Michigan online casinos at a glance

Is online gambling legal in Michigan?

Yes. Michigan is one of only seven US states where real-money online casinos are live, alongside New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Connecticut, Delaware and Rhode Island. The Lawful Internet Gaming Act, signed on December 20, 2019, legalized online casino games and online poker, and a companion law covered online sports betting. After the Michigan Gaming Control Board finished its rules and licensing, online casinos and sportsbooks went live on January 22, 2021.

Every legal online casino in Michigan must be authorized by the MGCB. The state built its market around existing land-based licensees: each of Detroit’s three commercial casinos and a number of Michigan’s federally recognized tribes can partner with one online brand. That is why each Michigan casino app is linked to a “partner” casino, such as BetMGM with MGM Grand Detroit or FanDuel with MotorCity.

Anything outside that system is not legal. Offshore casinos that accept Michigan players are unlicensed, and the MGCB has issued cease-and-desist orders to dozens of them, including 45 offshore operators in the four months to April 2026.

Licensed Michigan online casinos

The MGCB publishes the official list of authorized online gaming and sports betting platform providers. As of the board’s latest list, these are the online casino brands and their Michigan partners:

Brands sometimes enter or leave the market, so always confirm a casino on the MGCB authorized operators page before you deposit.

Our reviewed casinos available in Michigan

All six casinos we have reviewed in depth hold Michigan authorization. Each review covers the current welcome offer, wagering rules, payment methods, payout speed and app quality:

• BetMGM Casino review: the largest slot and jackpot library, plus online poker.
• DraftKings Casino review: low-cost entry offers and a strong app.
• FanDuel Casino review: fast, simple app with live dealer games and poker.
• Caesars Palace Online Casino review: table games, video poker and Caesars Rewards.
• bet365 Casino review: a combined sportsbook and casino account.
• Fanatics Casino review: a newer app with FanCash rewards.

Compare them side by side on our casino reviews page.

How to check that a Michigan casino is licensed

1. Find the operator on the MGCB’s list of authorized online gaming platform providers.
2. Check that the site or app shows Michigan licensing information and a responsible gaming message, usually in the footer.
3. Make sure the app asks for location permission. Legal Michigan casinos must confirm you are inside the state.
4. Be wary of sites that accept crypto only, skip identity checks or offer huge “no rules” bonuses. These are common signs of an offshore operator.
5. If in doubt, see the MGCB’s guide to legal vs. illegal gaming.

How to sign up and play

1. Choose a licensed casino from the list above and download its app or open its Michigan website.
2. Create your account with your legal name, date of birth, address and contact details. You must be 21 or older.
3. Verify your identity. Regulated casinos must confirm who you are before you can play or withdraw, and may ask for a photo ID.
4. Allow geolocation. Real-money play only works while you are physically inside Michigan. You can open an account while traveling, but you cannot play until you are back in the state.
5. Set your limits for deposits, losses and time before your first deposit.
6. Make a deposit and choose whether to claim the welcome offer after reading its terms.

Deposits and withdrawals

Michigan online casinos support most mainstream US payment methods. Exact options vary by brand, but common choices include:

• Debit and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard; some brands accept Discover or Amex)
• Online banking and ACH / e-check transfers
• PayPal and, at some casinos, Venmo
• Prepaid Play+ cards
• Apple Pay at some brands
• Cash at a partner casino’s cage or through PayNearMe

Withdrawals usually return to the method you deposited with. E-wallets such as PayPal tend to be fastest once your account is verified, while bank transfers and checks take longer. Your first withdrawal may take extra time because of identity checks. See each review for the operator’s typical payout speed.

Games you can play

Licensed Michigan casinos offer the full range of digital and live dealer games. Before you play, our guides explain the rules, odds and smart strategy for each:

• Online slots, including progressive jackpots
• Blackjack, digital and live dealer
• Roulette
• Baccarat
• Video poker
• Mississippi Stud and other poker-style table games

Online poker is also legal in Michigan. Since joining the Multi-State Internet Gaming Association in April 2022, Michigan can share poker player pools with New Jersey, Delaware and Nevada. The MGCB currently lists poker on BetMGM, FanDuel and WSOP.

How to choose the right Michigan online casino

With 15 licensed brands, the best choice depends on how you like to play. Every authorized casino meets the same basic legal standards, so compare them on the things that actually change your experience:

• Game library: slot fans should look for large jackpot networks; table game players should check for 3:2 blackjack, single-zero roulette and full-pay video poker.
• Bonus terms, not bonus size: a smaller offer with 1x wagering is often worth more than a large deposit match with heavy playthrough.
• Payout speed: check which withdrawal methods are fastest once your account is verified.
• App quality: read recent app store ratings and make sure the app runs smoothly on your phone.
• Rewards: brands linked to land-based casinos, such as BetMGM and Caesars, let you earn rewards you can use in person.
• Responsible gaming tools: all licensed casinos offer limits and self-exclusion, but some make them easier to find and adjust.

Many players keep accounts at two or three licensed casinos so they can compare games and promotions. If you do, set limits at each one, because limits do not carry across brands.

Bonuses at Michigan online casinos

Most Michigan casinos offer a welcome bonus such as bonus spins, a deposit match or a lossback credit. The most important detail is the wagering requirement: how many times you must play through bonus funds before you can withdraw them. Spins with 1x wagering are far easier to clear than a deposit match with 15x or more. Table games often count less toward wagering than slots. Read our guide to wagering requirements before you claim any offer, and check the current terms in each review.

To see today’s welcome offers side by side, read our best online casino bonuses comparison.

Taxes on online casino winnings in Michigan

Gambling winnings are taxable income. Federal tax applies at the IRS level, and Michigan taxes income at a flat 4.25% for the 2026 tax year. Casinos may issue tax forms for larger wins, but you are responsible for reporting all gambling income. Keep records of your wins and losses, which most casino apps let you download. This is general information, not tax advice; speak to a tax professional about your situation.

Operators pay their own taxes on top: Michigan taxes online casino revenue on a graduated scale from 20% to 28%, and Detroit-based operators pay an additional city fee.

Michigan’s online casino market in numbers

Michigan is one of the largest online casino markets in the US. According to the MGCB, online casino gross receipts reached about $3.1 billion in 2025, with online sports betting adding about $671 million. December 2025 set a monthly record of $315.8 million in online casino gross receipts, and August 2026 came in at about $303 million. In 2025, state taxes and payments from online gaming and sports betting totaled about $624.6 million.

Offshore and sweepstakes casinos

Offshore online casinos are not licensed in Michigan, even if they accept Michigan players. They are not bound by the MGCB’s rules on fair games, fund protection, identity checks or responsible gambling, and you have little recourse if a withdrawal is refused.

The MGCB also treats sweepstakes casinos as illegal gambling. It has sent cease-and-desist letters to several sweepstakes operators, and some have withdrawn from the state. If a site is not on the MGCB’s authorized list, do not play there for real money.

Responsible gambling in Michigan

• Helpline: call or text 1-800-GAMBLER, the statewide helpline adopted in 2024. The older number, 1-800-270-7117, still works.
• Responsible Gaming Database: a state program that lets you exclude yourself from all regulated online gaming and sports betting in Michigan.
• Disassociated Persons List: a lifetime self-exclusion from Detroit’s three commercial casinos.
• In-app limits: every licensed casino offers deposit, spending and time limits, cool-off periods and self-exclusion.

Learn more on the MGCB responsible gaming page and in our responsible gambling guide.

Michigan online casinos FAQ

Is online gambling legal in Michigan?

Yes. Online casino games, online poker and online sports betting are legal under the Lawful Internet Gaming Act. Online casinos launched on January 22, 2021, and are regulated by the Michigan Gaming Control Board.

How old do you have to be to play at Michigan online casinos?

You must be at least 21 years old and physically located in Michigan when you play.

How many online casinos are legal in Michigan?

The Michigan Gaming Control Board reported 15 authorized online casino operators as of August 2026. Each is partnered with a Detroit casino or a Michigan tribe.

Can I play Michigan online casinos from another state?

No. Your account can be opened from anywhere, but real-money play only works while geolocation confirms you are inside Michigan.

Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Michigan?

The Michigan Gaming Control Board treats sweepstakes casinos as illegal gambling and has sent cease-and-desist letters to several operators. Stick to MGCB-authorized casinos.

What is the gambling helpline in Michigan?

Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER, Michigan’s statewide problem gambling helpline. The older number, 1-800-270-7117, still works.

Other legal online casino states: New Jersey online casinos · Pennsylvania online casinos · West Virginia online casinos. See every state on our state gambling laws page.

Sources and how we checked this guide

Information was checked in October 2026 against official Michigan sources and recent regulator releases. Operator lists, offers and payment options change, so always confirm on the operator’s site and with the MGCB.

• MGCB – Authorized online gaming and sports betting platform providers
• MGCB – August 2026 iGaming revenue
• MGCB – December 2025 iGaming revenue
• MGCB – Michigan adopts 1-800-GAMBLER
• MGCB – Responsible gaming programs
• MGCB – Cease-and-desist orders to offshore operators (April 2026)
• Michigan Legislature – MCL 432.314 (internet gaming tax)
• Michigan Treasury – 2026 individual income tax rate
• GGB – Michigan joins the Multi-State Internet Gaming Association

Real-money online casino games are available only to players aged 21+ who are physically located in Michigan. Gambling problem? Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER.