Online Casinos in Rhode Island

Rhode Island expanded iGaming to include online casinos in 2026. Also offers legal sports betting. Sweepstakes casinos operate legally under sweepstakes law.

Rhode Island legalized and launched online casino gaming in 2026, making it one of the newest regulated iGaming markets in the US. The state operates its gambling through the Rhode Island Lottery in partnership with IGT (International Game Technology), which handles the technical platform. This follows Rhode Island's existing model for sports betting and land-based gaming, where the state lottery manages the franchise and partners with private technology providers.

Rhode Island's online casino is accessible to all residents 21+ via the Rhode Island iLottery app and licensed operator platforms. The market includes online slots, virtual table games, and live dealer options. Rhode Island is one of the smaller iGaming markets in the US by population, but its launch demonstrates the state's willingness to embrace digital gaming expansion.

Rhode Island was among the earlier states to launch sports betting after PASPA, going live in November 2018 at retail locations and expanding to mobile in September 2019. Like its casino gaming, Rhode Island's sports betting operates through the state lottery's franchise model — initially with William Hill (now Caesars) as the exclusive technology partner.

Mobile sports betting is available statewide to players 21+. Rhode Island's model generates revenue for the state through a high tax on sports betting proceeds — roughly 51% of gross revenue goes to the state — which is among the highest rates in the country. This limits operator profitability but maximizes state revenue from a relatively small market.

Sweepstakes casinos currently operate legally in Rhode Island. No Rhode Island legislation specifically prohibits the sweepstakes model, and major platforms including Stake US, Pulsz, and Chumba Casino accept Rhode Island registrations. Players 21+ can sign up and redeem Sweeps Coins for cash prizes.

However, given that Rhode Island now has a licensed online casino, legislators may view sweepstakes platforms as redundant competitors to the state-franchised market. States that have launched iGaming have occasionally moved toward restricting sweepstakes casino access. Monitor Rhode Island General Assembly activity (assembly.state.ri.us) for any proposed changes.

Rhode Island's land-based gaming centers on two facilities: Twin River Casino Hotel (Lincoln) and Tiverton Casino Hotel. Both are operated by Bally's Corporation under a state franchise agreement. Twin River is a full-service casino with slots, table games, and poker; Tiverton is a smaller facility serving the southeastern Rhode Island market.

Both facilities require age 21+ and are regulated by the Rhode Island Lottery with oversight from the Division of Lottery. The Twin River property has been the site of Rhode Island's gambling industry since the late 2000s. Rhode Island's proximity to Connecticut (with Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods) and Massachusetts (Encore Boston Harbor) creates competitive pressure that has partly motivated the state's online gambling expansion.