BetMGM is the first online sportsbook to go live in Puerto Rico. The platform’s launch comes almost four years after Puerto Rico legalized in-person and online sports betting.
In July 2019, the Legislative Assembly of Puerto Rico approved House Bill 2038. The act authorized sports betting, plus wagering on esports and fantasy sports contests.
COVID-19 greatly delayed the rulemaking process and issuing of sportsbook licenses to applicants deemed suitable to operate such gambling on the US Caribbean island territory.
The Puerto Rico Gaming Commission is tasked with regulating all forms of gambling. The agency began issuing retail sportsbook licenses last year, and BetMGM was the first operator to commence retail wagering on the island at Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort in San Juan.
Now, BetMGM is taking its wagering operations online after receiving the go-ahead from the local government.
In July 2019, the Legislative Assembly of Puerto Rico approved House Bill 2038. The act authorized sports betting, plus wagering on esports and fantasy sports contests.
COVID-19 greatly delayed the rulemaking process and issuing of sportsbook licenses to applicants deemed suitable to operate such gambling on the US Caribbean island territory.
The Puerto Rico Gaming Commission is tasked with regulating all forms of gambling. The agency began issuing retail sportsbook licenses last year, and BetMGM was the first operator to commence retail wagering on the island at Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort in San Juan.
Now, BetMGM is taking its wagering operations online after receiving the go-ahead from the local government.