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Sports Betting in Virginia: Laws, Licensed Apps & AI Predictions

Legal since 2021Updated Feb 2026

Key Facts: Virginia Sports Betting

Status

Legal — Online & Retail

Legal Since

2021

Tax Rate

15%

Monthly Handle

$500M+

  • Legalized in 2020, online launch January 2021
  • Online-dominant market with limited retail
  • Over a dozen licensed online operators
  • Northern Virginia / D.C. suburbs drive major handle
  • In-state college player prop bets restricted
  • Must be 21+ and physically in Virginia to bet

Sports Betting Overview: Virginia

Virginia legalized sports betting in April 2020 through HB 4 and SB 384, with online sportsbooks launching in January 2021. Virginia's market is online-dominant, with limited retail options tied to future casino developments. The Commonwealth has attracted over a dozen licensed online operators, creating a competitive market. Virginia allows wagering on professional and college sports with restrictions on in-state college prop bets. The Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington D.C. drive a significant portion of the state's handle, along with the Hampton Roads region. Virginia's tech-savvy population and proximity to the nation's capital make it a strong sports betting market.

Licensed Sportsbooks in Virginia

DraftKings
FanDuel
BetMGM
Caesars
Fanatics

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Frequently Asked Questions: Virginia Sports Betting

Is sports betting legal in Virginia?
Yes, sports betting has been legal in Virginia since 2021. Both online and retail sports betting are available. You must be physically located in Virginia to place a bet.
What sportsbook apps are available in VA?
Licensed sportsbook operators in Virginia include DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, and more. All major operators offer mobile apps for convenient wagering from anywhere in the state.
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