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Florida has limited sweepstakes casino access. Available with $5,000 maximum prize cap. Comprehensive ban legislation (HB 591/SB 204) filed December 2025 and under active legislative review.. Only sites that still take Florida players are listed below. Access can change by brand. Nearby states with access include Alabama, Georgia. Players must be 21+ to play where allowed.
Sweepstakes casino access in Florida is limited by state rules and operator policy. This guide explains the current rules, the sites that still take Florida players, and what residents should watch as access changes in 2026.
At a glance
Sweepstakes casinos face limits in Florida. Only 194 sites are open. Florida residents must be 21+ to play. Nearby states with access include Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas. Players can use PayPal or bank transfers only at sites that still take Florida players.
Source-First Review
How SweepState supports this Florida public status
Primary legal materials come first, operator availability evidence comes second, and any editorial conclusion is separated from the verified facts we could support at the last check.
Educational Content Disclaimer
This page provides educational information about sweepstakes casino regulations and state laws. The content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and regulations change frequently, and state-specific requirements may vary.
For legal guidance regarding sweepstakes gaming in your state, please consult a qualified attorney or your state's gaming commission. We make every effort to keep this information accurate and up-to-date, but we cannot guarantee its completeness or applicability to your specific situation.
Important: Sweepstakes casinos operate under different legal frameworks than traditional gambling. Always verify the legal status in your jurisdiction before participating.
Public status and confidence
The public label is based on the cited record below and can stay cautious when the source base is thin.
Public label: Limited availabilityConfidence: high
Last checked: April 14, 2026
Last reviewed: April 14, 2026
Last updated: May 7, 2026
What changed recently
Material legal or operator-availability changes we surfaced while updating this page.
- April 14, 2026: Re-checked Chapter 849 and Article X, section 23. No new statewide Florida ban on online sweepstakes casinos was located in the reviewed legal sources.
- April 14, 2026: Chumba's published sweeps rules still showed a Florida prize cap of US$5,000 per spin or play.
Correction and update notice
- April 14, 2026: rebuilt the Florida page around primary legal sources, operator-rule evidence, and an explicit verified-facts versus editorial-interpretation split.
Verified facts
- April 14, 2026: SweepState did not locate a Florida statute that explicitly authorizes or explicitly bans online dual-currency sweepstakes casinos in the primary source set.
- Florida Constitution Article X, section 23 still requires voter approval for new casino-gambling authorization.
- Chumba's published sweeps rules still cap a Florida prize won on one spin or play at US$5,000.
Editorial interpretation
How we checked this
We verify Florida availability by reviewing each operator's terms of service, checking for Florida-specific restrictions or prize caps, and testing platform access from Florida IP addresses on a monthly basis. Our legal analysis is cross-referenced with Florida Statutes and recent enforcement actions but does not constitute legal advice.
Review method used on this page
These are the same editorial steps SweepState uses before revising state-availability conclusions.
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Account and terms review
We create accounts where possible, confirm eligibility checks, and compare advertised offers with the operator's published terms and on-site flows.
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Product and user-experience testing
We test core product paths, game access, and mobile usability to see how the site works in regular use rather than relying on marketing summaries.
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Primary legal sources
Official statutes, bill text, attorney-general materials, or regulator pages that establish the legal baseline.
- Florida Constitution Art. X, § 23 - Voter Control of Gambling - accessed 2026-04-14; Official constitutional limit on new casino-gambling authorization without voter approval.
- Florida Statutes Chapter 849 - Gambling - accessed 2026-04-14; Official gambling chapter used as the baseline for Florida's current gray-area analysis.
- Fla. Stat. § 849.094 - Promotional Sweepstakes / Drawings
Detailed legal analysis
Long-form context comes after the dated source record so readers can separate the evidence from the explanation.
Legal Analysis
Legal Status of Sweepstakes Casinos in Florida
Florida's gambling landscape is governed by a patchwork of constitutional provisions and criminal statutes. Article X, Section 23 of the Florida Constitution (the "Voter Control of Gambling" amendment, passed in 2018) requires statewide voter approval for any new casino gambling authorization. Florida Statutes Chapter 849 broadly criminalizes gambling outside of regulated channels - the state lottery, licensed parimutuel facilities, and the Seminole Tribe compact. Sweepstakes casinos are not mentioned in any of these frameworks, leaving them in a legal gray area.
In practice, several sweepstakes casino operators accept Florida players but impose prize redemption caps of roughly $5,000. This self-imposed ceiling appears intended to avoid triggering enforcement attention. Meanwhile, Florida law enforcement has conducted raids on physical sweepstakes parlors - particularly internet cafés - throughout late 2025 and early 2026, citing violations of Chapter 849. While these actions target brick-and-mortar operations rather than online sweepstakes platforms, they signal growing regulatory focus.
No comprehensive ban on online sweepstakes casinos has been enacted as of April 2026, but multiple legislative proposals have been introduced that would either expand the definition of "gambling device" or explicitly classify sweepstakes platforms as illegal gaming operations. The combination of constitutional restrictions on gambling expansion and an Attorney General's office sympathetic to enforcement makes Florida a state where operators may tighten restrictions further.
Limited Availability
Sweepstakes Casinos Still Serving Florida
Availability is limited in this state, so we list only the operators that currently accept players here and keep nearby alternatives close at hand.
Not Available
Operators Not Available in Florida
These sweepstakes casinos explicitly exclude Florida players in their terms of service.
A1 Casino US
A1 Casino US does not currently accept players from Florida
Carnival Citi
Carnival Citi does not currently accept players from Florida
JackpotGO
JackpotGO does not currently accept players from Florida
Complete Guide
Everything About Florida Sweepstakes Casinos
How Many Casinos Are Available in Florida?
Only 194 sweepstakes casinos are currently available in Florida. Operator access is limited, so we list only the platforms that still accept Florida players today.
Each casino offers a different mix of games. Expect slots, table games, and specialty titles. Lineups run from 200 to over 1,000 games. Top studios include Pragmatic Play, NetEnt, and Evoplay. Some sites also build their own games just for sweepstakes players.
Getting Started with Sweepstakes Casinos in Florida
Options are limited in Florida. Start only with one of the listed sites above. Make your account with real info. Read the site's state-specific terms before you claim a bonus.
Before you go further, check that the site still takes Florida players. Read any state exclusions or redemption limits. Don't assume the current listing means long-term access.
Understanding Gold Coins and Sweeps Coins
Sweepstakes casinos use two currencies. Gold Coins are for entertainment. You get them free at signup, through daily logins, and from giveaways. Gold Coins have no cash value. You cannot redeem them for money. They are just for fun.
Sweeps Coins are the prize currency. Win them while playing with Gold Coins. Get them as bonuses. Receive them in Gold Coin purchase packages. Sweeps Coins can be redeemed for cash prizes. The minimum threshold is usually 50 to 100 coins, depending on the platform.
Best Bonuses for Florida Players
Bonus options are limited in Florida. Focus on the sites that still serve the state. Check whether welcome bonuses, prize redemptions, and purchase offers apply before you sign up.
Ongoing promos vary by site. Check the posted terms for daily bonuses, giveaways, referral programs, and VIP rewards before you assume a promo is open to your state.