List of All Online Betting Sites in Australia: A Selected Directory and Licence Guide

Selected online betting sites in Australia

These Australian online betting sites are examples drawn from the ACMA register and the Northern Territory regulator’s list, with products supported by the providers’ published information. The research for each entry was checked on 5 November 2026.

Registration and published rules do not establish that a provider is accepting new customers or that every product is available in every location. No live sign-up was tested. The entries are not a ranking, and they are not the only providers on the register.

• Sportsbet — www.sportsbet.com.au. Legal operator: Sportsbet Pty Ltd. ACMA records the Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission as the licensing authority; the NT Wagering Commission also lists the operator. Sportsbet publishes sports and racing rules. New-account availability was not independently confirmed, and the provider’s terms allow location-based market restrictions.
• bet365 — www.bet365.com.au. Legal operator: Hillside (Australia New Media) Pty Ltd. The NT authority appears in both the ACMA and NT records. bet365 publishes sports betting help and Australian and New Zealand racing rules. Check current account eligibility and individual market availability.
• Betfair — www.betfair.com.au. Legal operator: Betfair Pty Ltd. The NT authority appears in both records, and Betfair’s terms identify an NT betting-exchange licence. It operates an exchange where customers can back or lay selections, rather than only taking a conventional bookmaker’s quoted price. Check current eligibility and market availability.

How the directory was researched

The research matched each trading name, exact domain, legal operator and authority against ACMA’s register, then cross-checked the NT regulator’s list. It also identified a first-party product source for each entry. ACMA and the NT regulator use different names for the NT authority in their respective records; the directory preserves those labels rather than assuming they describe different licences.

A register can contain telephone-only services, historical names, duplicate domains or entries described as not currently operating. Classifying every entry as an active website would require a separate, documented audit. Other brands were not added where their current product details, availability or operating arrangements had not been checked to the same standard.

For example, the research found that the TAB domain appears under several jurisdiction-specific entities. That makes it important to check the relevant jurisdiction rather than assign one universal licence holder to the brand. An omitted brand is not necessarily unlicensed.

How to check whether a betting site is legitimate

When comparing licensed betting sites in Australia, start with the legal company and exact domain, not just a familiar logo. A different web address may belong to another business or may require further investigation. A mismatch alone is not proof of wrongdoing, but it is a reason to pause before providing personal details or money.

A licence is evidence that an operator is authorised for a particular service; it is not a guarantee that every product or action is lawful. Keep a copy of the applicable terms and look for a clear complaints process before opening an account.

• Find the company name in the provider’s footer or terms and conditions.
• Search ACMA’s register for the trading name, legal entity and exact website address. ACMA advises consumers to avoid services that are not on its register.
• Check the current record of the named licensing authority. For NT entries, the NT Wagering Commission’s licensed-operators list is a useful second source.
• Check whether the particular product and method of placing the bet are permitted under federal rules. Do not assume a sports-wagering licence also authorises online casino games.
• For concerns about an unregistered provider, credit or in-play betting, consult ACMA’s complaints guidance. Other complaints about a licensed provider generally go to its licensing authority.

Australian betting rules: product and placement matter

Online betting laws in Australia involve both federal restrictions and state or territory licensing. The Interactive Gambling Act 2001 sets federal rules for interactive gambling services, while relevant wagering operators are licensed by state and territory authorities. This is a practical overview, not a complete assessment of every jurisdiction.

ACMA identifies online casinos, unlicensed sports betting, online in-play sports betting and betting on lottery outcomes among prohibited services. An overseas licence, an Australian-looking website or a connection to a licensed wagering brand does not establish that an online casino may lawfully serve Australian customers.

Online in-play sports wagering is generally prohibited. There is a limited telephone exception where the required bet information is communicated wholly through the call. An app-generated code does not automatically satisfy that exception. ACMA distinguishes racing from the sports prohibition, so it would be misleading to say all in-play betting is illegal.

Before placing a bet, check three things separately: the operator, the particular product and how the wager is placed. If any part is unclear, consult ACMA or the relevant licensing authority.

Eligibility, location and changing rules

A register entry does not mean every adult can open an account or access every market. Sportsbet’s terms, for example, require account holders to be at least 18 and reside in Australia. Its rules also allow certain markets to be restricted according to the customer’s location. These are provider-specific examples, not a complete map of eligibility or market restrictions across Australia.

Advertising rules can also differ. In New South Wales, Liquor & Gaming NSW says wagering advertisements cannot use inducements such as bonus bets to entice people to open an account. Do not assume that example describes every jurisdiction’s rules.

The supplied research records that the Interactive Gambling Amendment (Gambling Reform) Act 2026 received assent on 26 August 2026. Its commencement table schedules all schedules except Schedule 5 for 1 January 2027; Schedule 5 commenced on 27 August 2026. As at the research date, the measures scheduled for 2027 should not be treated as already operative. Check Parliament’s current record and any transitional provisions before relying on that timetable.

Compare wagering products and settlement rules

A meaningful comparison starts with the type of wager. A bookmaker’s fixed price, a totalisator dividend and an exchange offer work differently, even when they concern the same race or sporting event.

Also read the rules for settlement, cancellations, changes to a race or event, and any adjustments to the price. A displayed market does not by itself tell you how a provider will settle every possible outcome.

• Fixed odds: the price is agreed when the operator accepts the wager, subject to its settlement and adjustment rules. Check the accepted price and the conditions that can affect settlement.
• Tote or totalisator: stakes go into a pool and the dividend is determined from the pool rather than fixed when the bet is placed. Check the relevant pool rules and what happens if a race changes.
• Betting exchange: customers can back an outcome to happen or lay it not to happen. A lay bet carries a liability if the outcome occurs. An offer may remain unmatched, and commission can apply.

Check deposits, withdrawals and identity requirements

Before depositing, read the account terms as carefully as the betting rules. A convenient deposit method does not necessarily mean the same method can be used to withdraw, and a provider may require identity information or impose conditions on funds.

Australian online and telephone wagering operators cannot accept credit-card deposits, credit-card-linked funds through a digital wallet, or digital currency. They also cannot provide betting credit or facilitate third-party credit. ACMA notes that the funding-method ban does not apply to lotteries.

Sportsbet says it verifies a member’s identification before they can transact and may request further information. Its published rules generally require a deposit to be turned over once before withdrawal, with specified discretionary exceptions, and require withdrawal to an eligible Australian bank account in the account holder’s name.

Those are Sportsbet-specific examples, not rules to assume apply everywhere. bet365 says authorised withdrawals will usually return to the deposit method, subject to qualifications. No common fee, minimum deposit or withdrawal processing time was established in the research, so check the current terms for the account you are considering.

• Eligibility and the identity documents required before transactions.
• Accepted deposit methods and any minimums or fees.
• Whether deposited funds must be wagered before withdrawal, and whether exceptions apply.
• Permitted withdrawal destinations, processing estimates and any account restrictions.
• How to contact the provider if a withdrawal or verification request is disputed.

Understand limits, account restrictions and offers

A customer-set deposit limit is a spending-control tool. An operator-imposed restriction is different: it may limit the use of an account or a particular bet. Find both sets of conditions before opening an account, and check how to access the provider’s deposit-limit settings.

Racing minimum-bet rules also need careful reading. They depend on the relevant racing body, jurisdiction and timing, and they are not a promise that every bet must be accepted. Sportsbet’s rules refer to applicable racing-body minimums while reserving other account and winnings-limit powers.

Promotions are not compared in this directory because none was separately verified for current eligibility, location, expiry and advertising compliance. If you encounter an offer elsewhere, read its specific conditions rather than treating it as a reason to overlook withdrawal or account terms.

Self-exclusion and gambling support

Independent support is available whether you want to stop betting, discuss your own gambling or seek help because of someone else’s gambling. The following services are listed in the sources.

• BetStop: free national self-exclusion from all Australian-licensed online and telephone wagering providers through one process. Registration can run from at least three months to a lifetime.
• Gambling Help Online: free, confidential support through the Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Support is also available to people affected by someone else’s gambling.

What self-exclusion does and does not cover

BetStop is not a universal block on gambling. It does not cover every venue, illegal online casino or offshore service. For venue-based gambling, ask about the relevant local self-exclusion arrangements; Queensland’s gambling harm support service is one example of a service that can help with venue self-exclusion.

If a provider continues to contact you or lets you use an account despite an exclusion, keep the relevant records and consult the provider, BetStop or the appropriate regulator about the next step.

FAQ

Is there a complete directory of active Australian betting websites?

ACMA’s register is the principal starting point, but it includes entries that are not necessarily active consumer-facing websites. A complete list of active sites would require a current, documented audit of individual entries, domains and operating status.

How do I check a betting site’s Australian licence?

Match the trading name, legal company and exact domain in ACMA’s register, then check the named licensing authority’s current record. Also check whether the particular product is permitted: registration does not prove that every service or action is lawful.

Are the same betting markets available across Australia?

Not necessarily. An operator may restrict particular markets based on a customer’s location. Sportsbet’s terms provide one example, but they do not establish the rules for every provider or jurisdiction. Check the current market and account terms for your location.

What should I check before depositing?

Check your eligibility, identity requirements, accepted deposit and withdrawal methods, fees, turnover conditions, processing estimates and account limits. Credit-card funding and certain other methods are prohibited for online wagering, while provider-specific withdrawal conditions can differ.

Can I place an online sports bet after a match starts?

Online in-play sports wagering is generally prohibited. A limited telephone exception applies where the required information is communicated wholly through the call. The sports restriction should not be described as a ban on all in-play racing betting.

Does an Australian wagering licence make an online casino legal?

No. A licence to provide a wagering service does not automatically authorise online casino games. ACMA identifies online casinos among prohibited services, so check the product itself as well as the operator’s licence.

How can I exclude myself or get gambling help?

BetStop provides self-exclusion from Australian-licensed online and telephone wagering providers. You can also call the free, confidential Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858. BetStop does not cover every form of gambling or every illegal service.