Missouri Sports Betting Pre-Registration Launches Ahead of December 1 Launch

Missouri's journey toward legal online sports betting is officially underway with pre-registration opening on November 17, 2025. As reported by SportsHandle, this pre-registration allows potential bettors to secure various bonuses from multiple sportsbooks ahead of the official launch on December 1, 2025. Missouri bettors can claim close to $6,000 in sportsbook promotions, with major platforms like bet365, Fanatics Sportsbook, BetMGM, DraftKings, FanDuel, Caesars Sportsbook, and Underdog participating in this pre-launch phase. Each sportsbook has tailored offers to attract new users, encouraging them to register now. For instance, bet365 offers a promotion where bettors can place a $5 bet and receive $365 in bonus bets. Fanatics Sportsbook is providing up to $3,000 in 'No Sweat Bets' for users who deposit $50 and register before the launch date. BetMGM has a significant offer as well, allowing new users to get back up to $1,500 in bonus bets if their first wager doesn't win, plus an additional $100 for pre-registration. Caesars Sportsbook and FanDuel also have attractive bonuses, offering $150 and $400 in bonus bets, respectively, upon making a qualifying deposit and placing a first bet. DraftKings promises new users $300 in bonus bets, which will be available on the launch day after placing a $5 bet.

As the December 1 launch approaches, Sports Betting Dime notes that bettors in Missouri can begin registering their accounts and funding them, although actual betting won't be allowed until the launch date. The Missouri Gaming Commission has issued nine online sports betting licenses to various operators, including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and the newly branded theScore Bet, which will replace ESPN Bet after its dissolution with PENN Entertainment. This transition means that users who pre-register with ESPN Bet will have their accounts migrated to theScore Bet when operations commence.

The pre-registration phase not only offers lucrative bonuses but also allows bettors to familiarize themselves with the various sportsbooks and their offerings. This preparation is vital for maximizing their betting experience once the sportsbooks open for business. Bettors are encouraged to explore the apps to understand the betting markets available, which include a variety of bet types such as spreads, moneylines, totals, and props, including collegiate player props, which are allowed under Missouri betting rules. With the excitement building towards the launch, Missouri's sports betting landscape is set to transform significantly, providing an array of opportunities for both novice and experienced bettors alike to engage in sports wagering.