Blacklisted Sportsbooks
These sites operate without a Missouri Gaming Commission license. They are illegal to use within Missouri's borders. Beyond legality, they offer no consumer protection — when something goes wrong (and it does, frequently), you have no recourse. Stick to licensed Missouri sportsbooks.
Why offshore sportsbooks are dangerous
- No legal recourse. If your withdrawal is denied, your account is closed without explanation, or your balance disappears, no US regulator can help you.
- No identity protection. You're handing your name, address, social security number, and bank details to operators with no oversight.
- No responsible gambling protections. Self-exclusion programs don't apply. Deposit limits are minimal or nonexistent.
- No tax compliance support. Offshore books don't issue W-2G forms, but you're still legally required to report winnings to the IRS.
- Funds may be seized. US banks have flagged and frozen deposits to and from offshore gambling operators.
- You may break federal law. The Wire Act and other US laws apply to offshore gambling activity in unpredictable ways.
Operators we recommend avoiding
This list includes the most commonly-encountered offshore operators that target Missouri and other US bettors. It is not exhaustive — any sportsbook not on the Missouri Gaming Commission's licensed operator list should be treated as suspect.
Bovada
Unlicensed offshore operator. Targets US bettors illegally. No consumer protection.
BetUS
Offshore operator without a Missouri Gaming Commission license. Withdrawal complaints documented across multiple states.
MyBookie
Unregulated offshore book. No legal recourse if funds are withheld or accounts limited.
BetOnline
Offshore operator. Operates without US licensing. Account closures and withdrawal delays widely reported.
SportsBetting.ag
Offshore operator. Same parent company as BetOnline. No state license; not eligible for Missouri play.
Heritage Sports
Offshore book without Missouri licensing.
Xbet
Unlicensed offshore operator. Frequent player complaints about delayed withdrawals.
Bookmaker
Offshore operator. Operates outside US regulatory framework.
BetAnySports
Offshore operator. No state licensing.
Everygame (formerly Intertops)
Offshore book. No Missouri Gaming Commission license.
How to verify a sportsbook is legal in Missouri
- Check the operator's footer. Licensed Missouri sportsbooks display their Missouri Gaming Commission license number. Offshore operators don't.
- Confirm with the MGC. The Missouri Gaming Commission publishes a list of authorized operators on its website.
- Check geolocation behavior. Licensed Missouri sportsbooks require you to be physically in Missouri. If a site lets you bet from anywhere, it's not licensed.
- Verify payment methods. US banks generally process payments to licensed sportsbooks cleanly. Offshore operators often require crypto or routing through high-risk processors.
- Cross-reference with state-by-state legal trackers. Sites like BettingInMO maintain current licensed-operator lists for each state.
What to do if you've already used an offshore site
If you have funds on an offshore sportsbook, withdraw them as quickly as possible — even at a fee — and stop placing new bets. Migrate your activity to a licensed Missouri operator. If you suspect fraud or your funds have been withheld, your options are limited but include:
- Filing a complaint with your state attorney general
- Disputing transactions with your bank or card issuer
- Reporting the operator to the IRS if tax evasion is involved