Nevada Sweepstakes Casinos: AB 380 Banned Them in 2025
Sweepstakes casinos are currently restricted in Nevada.
Major operators do not accept registrations from this state. Attempting to bypass geo-restrictions will result in account closure.
What’s happening
Nevada Assembly Bill 380, signed in 2025, prohibited sweepstakes casinos in the state. The wind-down completed during 2025; existing accounts were closed.
Nevada is the unique case - home to the world’s most developed in-person casino market (Las Vegas, Reno, Tahoe), Nevada has chosen to protect that market through prohibition of online competitors rather than legalizing online gaming.
Why Nevada banned sweepstakes casinos
Three factors:
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Protecting the brick-and-mortar casino industry. Nevada’s in-person casino market employs hundreds of thousands and generates massive state revenue. Online competitors (whether sweeps or licensed iGaming) threaten brick-and-mortar foot traffic.
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No legal online casino gaming. Nevada has not legalized online casino gaming (despite arguably being the most logical state to do so given the existing infrastructure). The state has chosen to maintain the brick-and-mortar exclusivity.
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Mobile sports betting only. Nevada has legal mobile sports betting (registered in person at a casino, then mobile-active). This is the only legal online wagering product in NV.
What NV residents can legally do
Las Vegas casinos. The world’s most developed casino market. Hundreds of properties in Las Vegas plus Reno, Tahoe, Laughlin. Class III gaming with no comparison anywhere in the US.
Mobile sports betting. Legal after in-person registration at a Nevada casino. DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, William Hill, others.
Nevada Lottery. Wait - Nevada doesn’t have a state lottery. The state’s casino industry has historically opposed competing lottery products.
Tribal casinos. Some tribal properties.
For Nevada residents, the in-person casino market is the legal alternative. There is no legal online casino gaming option.
What NV residents should NOT do
Standard warnings apply. The unusual aspect of Nevada is that the legal alternative is the in-person casino market - accessible if you’re in Las Vegas, less so if you’re in rural Nevada.
Will Nevada reverse the ban or legalize online iGaming?
Both highly unlikely in the short term. Nevada’s casino industry has consistently opposed online competition, and the state’s gaming regulatory framework is built around in-person play. Legalizing iGaming would require fundamental shift in industry-political dynamics.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Nevada ban sweepstakes casinos but allow Las Vegas?
The casino industry political coalition prefers in-person brick-and-mortar play over online competitors. Nevada’s gaming framework was built around this model and the state hasn’t shifted toward legalizing online gaming.
Is mobile sports betting really the only NV online wagering?
Yes, and even that requires in-person registration at a Nevada casino first. Online casino gaming and online poker are not legal.
What about Native American tribal casinos in NV?
Several tribal casino properties exist. They operate in person under tribal-state compacts. No online tribal gaming.
Does Nevada have a state lottery?
No. Nevada is one of the few US states without a state lottery, primarily due to historical opposition from the casino industry.
Will the Las Vegas casino industry support online legalization eventually?
The political dynamics suggest no in the short term. As more states legalize iGaming and take revenue that NV could capture, the calculation may shift, but no current movement.
Sources
- Nevada Assembly Bill 380 (2025 session, signed)
- Nevada Gaming Control Board public statements
- Sweepstakes Coalition public statements on Nevada
Which sweepstakes casinos are available in Nevada?
The table below is built directly from each operator’s own terms of service —
specifically the excludedStates list each platform publishes. We update this
whenever an operator changes its state availability.
| Operator | Available in Nevada? | No-deposit bonus | Min redemption | Payout time | Trustpilot |
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| McLuck | No | 7,500 GC + 2.5 SC | 50 SC ($50) | 24-72h | 4.3/5 |
| Crown Coins | No | 100,000 CC + 2 SC | 50 SC ($50) | 24h | 4.4/5 |
| Stake.us | No | 10,000 GC + 1 SC | 5 SC ($5) | Instant via crypto | 4.2/5 |
| Pulsz | No | 5,000 GC + 2.3 SC | 100 SC ($100) | 48-72h | 4.0/5 |
| WOW Vegas | No | 8,500 WC + 5 SC | 50 SC ($50) | 24-48h | 4.1/5 |
| LoneStar Casino | No | 50,000 GC + 2 SC | 50 SC ($50) | 48h | 3.9/5 |
| High 5 Casino | No | 5 SC + 250 GC daily login | 100 SC ($100) | 48-72h | 3.8/5 |
| PlayFame | No | 75,000 GC + 5 SC | 50 SC ($50) | 48-72h | 3.7/5 |
| Spinfinite | No | 100,000 GC + 1 SC | 50 SC ($50) | 48-96h | 3.5/5 |
| Chumba Casino | No | 2 SC + 2,000,000 GC | 100 SC ($100) | 5-10 business days | 3.6/5 |
McLuck, Crown Coins, Stake.us, Pulsz, WOW Vegas, LoneStar Casino, High 5 Casino, PlayFame, Spinfinite, Chumba Casino do not currently serve Nevada players. This is an operator-side decision — it does not reflect a state law prohibition.
How sweepstakes casinos work (Nevada edition)
Sweepstakes casinos are not regulated gambling sites. They operate under the promotional sweepstakes model — a legal structure that has existed in US consumer marketing for decades (think Publisher’s Clearing House or McDonald’s Monopoly).
Here is how the dual-currency system works:
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Gold Coins (GC) — a play-money currency with no cash value. You can purchase Gold Coin packages or receive them free through daily logins, AMOE mail-in requests, and promotional events. Gold Coins are used to play games for fun only.
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Sweeps Coins (SC) — a bonus currency awarded alongside Gold Coin purchases and via free entry methods. Sweeps Coins have a fixed redemption rate (typically 1 SC = $1) and can be redeemed for real prizes (cash, gift cards) after you meet the minimum redemption threshold and complete identity verification (KYC).
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The legal argument: Because SC are awarded as a bonus to a GC purchase rather than sold as gambling consideration, the platforms argue — and courts have not successfully challenged — that no gambling is occurring. You are participating in a promotional sweepstakes, not placing a wager.
This structure means that players in most US states, including Nevada, can participate without the legal restrictions that apply to commercial casino gaming or sports betting. However, operators still enforce their own state exclusion lists (see the table above), which may be stricter than what state law alone would require.
Free entry (AMOE) — how to get Sweeps Coins without purchasing
Under US sweepstakes law, any promotion that requires purchase to enter must offer an Alternative Means of Entry (AMOE) — a free method to obtain the same sweepstakes currency. Sweepstakes casinos comply with this by allowing mail-in SC requests.
Standard mail-in process:
- Write your name, address, and the specific promotional request on a 3x5 index card.
- Place it in a stamped envelope addressed to the operator’s listed AMOE address (found in each site’s Terms of Service under “No Purchase Necessary”).
- The operator will credit a standard SC allocation to your account (typically 1-5 SC per mailed request, subject to one request per outer envelope per day).
This is not a shortcut to large balances — the per-request amounts are intentionally small. But it demonstrates that Nevada residents who prefer not to purchase can still participate legally under the sweepstakes model.
Each operator’s Terms of Service specifies the current AMOE address and any additional requirements (return envelope, printed account email, etc.). Always check the operator’s current TOS before mailing — addresses can change.
Identity verification (KYC) and how to redeem Sweeps Coins
All sweepstakes casino operators are required to verify player identity before processing any SC redemption. This is consistent across all platforms that serve Nevada.
Documents typically required:
- Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or passport)
- Proof of address (utility bill, bank statement, or official mail dated within 90 days)
- In some cases: selfie with ID for facial matching
Redemption process:
- Accumulate SC to meet the operator’s minimum redemption threshold (see table above — this ranges from 5 SC up to 100 SC depending on the platform).
- Navigate to the cashier/redemption section and submit a redemption request.
- Complete KYC if you haven’t already. First-time redemptions almost always require identity verification.
- Choose your payout method: ACH bank transfer, PayPal, or operator-specific options such as prepaid Visa or crypto (varies by platform).
- Wait for processing. Turnaround times vary widely: Crown Coins targets 24 hours; Chumba Casino can take 5-10 business days. See the table above for current estimates.
Tax note: SC redemptions are prize income. Operators are required to issue a 1099-MISC if your total redemptions in a calendar year exceed $600. This applies to all Nevada players regardless of the state’s own income tax rate. Keep records of your redemption history for tax purposes.
More questions about sweepstakes casinos in Nevada
How many sweepstakes casinos currently accept Nevada players?
Based on our database of tracked operators, 0 out of 10 operators in our index currently serve Nevada. Those operators are: .
McLuck and Crown Coins and Stake.us and Pulsz and WOW Vegas and LoneStar Casino and High 5 Casino and PlayFame and Spinfinite and Chumba Casino do not currently accept Nevada registrations.
Is there a mobile app for sweepstakes casinos in Nevada?
App availability varies by operator. For players in Nevada:
- iOS apps available: None currently listed in our database
- Android apps available: None currently listed in our database
Operators without dedicated apps offer fully functional mobile web versions optimized for Chrome and Safari on iOS/Android.
What is the minimum age to play sweepstakes casinos in Nevada?
All operators currently serving Nevada require players to be 21 or older. Age is verified at KYC before processing any SC redemption. Players who misrepresent their age will forfeit unredeemed SC balances.
What documents do I need to redeem Sweeps Coins in Nevada?
All sweepstakes casinos serving Nevada require identity verification (KYC) before your first redemption. Standard requirements:
- Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, or passport)
- Proof of Nevada address (utility bill, bank statement, or similar, dated within 90 days)
- Some operators require a selfie or facial match against the ID photo
KYC is a one-time process per operator. Once verified, subsequent redemptions typically process without additional document requests unless your account triggers a review.
Responsible play
Sweepstakes casinos are entertainment products, not income sources. The odds are structured so that the house — the operator — profits over time. Most players will spend more on Gold Coin purchases than they redeem in Sweeps Coins.
Warning signs of problematic play:
- Playing to recover previous losses
- Spending more than you can afford
- Hiding play from family members
- Neglecting responsibilities to play
Resources for Nevada residents:
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (24/7)
- NCPG text line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
- Online chat: ncpgambling.org
These resources are free, confidential, and available to anyone in the United States. If you or someone you know is experiencing problems with gambling — including sweepstakes play — please reach out.
We encourage setting deposit limits and session time limits before you begin playing. Most operators offer self-exclusion tools in their account settings.
Related guides and tools
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