Refer-a-Friend Bonuses

What are sportsbook referral bonuses?

Sportsbook referral bonuses — or refer-a-friend incentives — are sports betting promos that reward you for inviting another person to a sportsbook you've already joined.

One key difference is that referral bonuses tend to be less lucrative than the best sportsbook promos for new players. Most of them max out between $50 and $500 per referral.

How do I claim a sportsbook referral bonus?

All the best sports betting apps and sites require you to follow the same steps to snag a referral bonus. Here’s the typical path you’ll have to take:

1. Pick a sportsbook with a referral bonus and click or tap our links to visit its website.
2. Create an account by providing the necessary personal information.
3. Find the invitation link in the sportsbook referral bonus section and send it to another person.
4. Make sure that your friend meets all the requirements so that you can receive the bonus. They usually just need to deposit and/or place a bet of a certain amount.]
5. Enjoy your bonus by using it to wager with the sportsbook.

If your chosen betting site allows multiple referrals, repeat the same action, only with a different person.

States with legal sportsbook referral bonuses

• Arizona
• Arkansas
• Colorado
• Connecticut
• DC
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kansas
• Louisiana
• Maryland
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Nevada
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New York
• Ohio
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• Tennessee
• Virginia
• Washington
• West Virginia
• Wyoming

Which sportsbook have referral bonuses?

Referral bonuses are a common type of promotion available at many U.S. sportsbooks, including FanDuel, DraftKings, Caesars, BetMGM, and Bet365.

Do sportsbook referral bonuses require a deposit?

Generally, yes. To unlock sports betting referral bonuses, the person you invite must make a deposit or settle at least a single bet. The required amount differs between sportsbooks. For example, it’s enough to deposit $10 with FanDuel to get a referral bonus, while BetMGM demands a person deposit and wager $100 before the bonus is released.