Missouri Pre-Registration Opens for Sports Betting Launch

Missouri residents can now pre-register with online sportsbooks to access exclusive bonuses ahead of the state's legal sports betting launch on December 1, 2025. The pre-registration period opened on November 17 and runs through November 30, allowing users to secure promotional offers that will activate once wagering becomes available.

The Missouri Gaming Commission will oversee the new industry, which was approved by voters in November 2024. Several operators, including DraftKings, BetMGM, FanDuel, Fanatics Sportsbook, Caesars Sportsbook and bet365, have received temporary licenses to operate both online and at physical locations starting December 1. During the pre-registration window, no actual betting is permitted, but signing up enables users to claim bonuses worth hundreds of dollars in total across platforms.

For instance, DraftKings offers new users $300 in bonus bets upon registration, with no minimum deposit required. These credits become available immediately on launch day and can be used on any market. BetMGM provides $100 in bonus bets for a minimum $10 deposit made before December 1, paired with a first-bet safety net that refunds up to $1,500 in bonus bets if the...