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US-NY · Tier 1
United States — New York
New York State Gaming Commission Mobile Sports Wagering Licence — high-tax sports-betting-only market; iGaming casino bill pending.
At a Glance
- Setup
- $25M licence fee
- Annual
- $5M+
- Timeline
- 9–14 months
- Tax
- 51% mobile sports GGR
- Markets
- New York only
- Tier
- 1
UNVERIFIED — figures for guidance only. As of 10 June 2026. Verify with the regulator before making licensing decisions.
What works here
Opportunities
- +Top-tier sportsbooks with the capital for $25M licences
- +Brands using NY as a media and brand-amplifier market
What to watch
Watch-outs
- !51% GGR tax is the highest sports-betting rate in the US
- !iGaming casino remains illegal — sports betting only
- !Limited number of mobile sports licences awarded
Permitted Verticals
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