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Vermont has its own rules for betting and its own ways to block it. Learning them can save you from the next bad night.
Vermont at a glance
| Online sports betting | Yes, through licensed apps |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 21 |
| Regulator | Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery |
| Statewide self-exclusion | Vermont Exclusion List |
| How to sign up | Online |
Is sports betting legal in Vermont?
Vermont allows online sports betting through a small number of licensed mobile apps. There are no retail sportsbooks. It started in January 2024. You have to be at least 21 to bet on sports in Vermont. Betting is overseen by the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery.
How to self-exclude from sports betting in Vermont
You can't count on willpower at 1 a.m. after a bad beat. Self-exclusion means you don't have to, because the sportsbooks are required to say no for you.
In Vermont, the main option is the Vermont Exclusion List.
- You choose 1, 3 or 5 years, or lifetime. Lifetime can't be removed.
- You enroll online. You'll need your email and phone for a one-time code, a photo ID, a selfie and your Social Security number.
Do the app-by-app exclusions the same day you apply. A state list is the big lock, and the in-app settings are the quick ones that work tonight.
Want help closing each account one by one? Start with the big three sportsbooks, then work through the rest.
Good to know in Vermont
- Fantasy sports apps need a separate opt-out with each company.
Game days in Vermont
Most bets get placed during games, not before them. In Vermont, that means games involving the Vermont Catamounts are where your plan has to hold. Pick the games you'll watch this month and decide who you'll watch with. When it's close late, put the phone in another room.
More on this in watching sports after you quit.
Block the apps and protect your money
A list is one wall. Add two more:
- Your phone: a gambling blocker plus locked app-store settings, so a bad night can't end with a reinstall. How to set that up.
- Your money: delete saved cards, turn on purchase alerts and ask your bank whether it can block gambling charges. For debt, NFCC.org connects you with nonprofit credit counseling.
Free help in Vermont
You don't have to pick the perfect option. Pick one and start this week.
- Treatment and support in Vermont: the National Council on Problem Gambling lists resources for Vermont, including state-funded and low-cost options where they exist.
- People who get it: a GA meeting costs nothing, and you can join online from anywhere in the state. Not sure GA fits? Compare it with SMART Recovery.
- Counselors: a counselor who specializes in gambling can make a real difference. Find Help lists counselors, online therapy and programs that serve Vermont.
- A person to talk to tonight: call or text 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-697-3738). It's free, confidential and open around the clock.
- In crisis: call or text 988, or call 911 if you're in immediate danger.
If you love someone who bets in Vermont
Only the person betting can sign up for self-exclusion. What you can do is protect your own accounts, avoid covering their losses, and bring it up calmly instead of in the middle of a fight. This guide walks you through the conversation, and Gam-Anon offers free support for you.
FAQ
What's the legal sports betting age in Vermont?
You have to be at least 21 to bet on sports in Vermont.
How do I self-exclude from sports betting in Vermont?
You enroll online. You'll need your email and phone for a one-time code, a photo ID, a selfie and your Social Security number.
Does self-excluding from one app cover every sportsbook in Vermont?
No. Excluding inside one app only blocks that app. The Vermont Exclusion List is what covers licensed operators across Vermont, so use both, and add a blocker for offshore sites that ignore state programs.
Is there gambling rehab in Vermont?
We don't list a gambling-specific inpatient or intensive program inside Vermont yet. Outpatient counseling is available through the state's problem gambling resources and online therapy, and some residential programs in other states accept people from anywhere. See your options on Find Help.
Sources: Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery: exclusion list; Covers: Vermont launches sports betting (Jan. 2024); Fox Sports: where sports betting is legal (May 2026); National Council on Problem Gambling: help by state; NCPG: 1-800-MY-RESET. Checked October 2026. Rules and programs change, so confirm current details on the official page before you rely on them. Unbettable isn't affiliated with any sportsbook, casino or state agency.
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