bet365 Sportsbook California

Long known to European bettors, bet365 launched in the United Kingdom in 2001, offering bettors a robust sports betting and casino experience that continues to thrive today.

When sports betting became legal in the United States with the overturning of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PAPSA), bet365 inked a deal with Hard Rock to venture into the United States market starting with New Jersey.

Fast forward to September 2023, and bet365 is now live in six states (New Jersey, Colorado, Ohio, Virginia, Iowa, and Kentucky) as they continue to expand their U.S. operations. With California being the biggest state in the union, many believe it’s only a matter of time for California sports betting to be legalized as well.

Let’s dive into what to expect when bet365 California does go live.

Is bet365 sportsbook legal in California?

No, the bet365 sportsbook is not yet legal in California, as The Golden State has not yet passed legislation to allow for regulated sports betting. There were two attempts in November 2022 that did not go the way sports betting advocates wanted, as both Prop 26 and Prop 27 failed miserably in state voting.

The first, Prop 26, would have allowed for the establishment of brick-and-mortar sportsbooks at the state’s tribal casinos. Prop 27 would have permitted online sportsbooks in CA to go live throughout the state with regulated operators such as bet365, but they would operate in partnership with California’s tribal casinos. 

In terms of a timeline, the next possible legalization referendum for California voters to consider would be on the ballot in November 2024. However, they will once again face opposition from anti-gambling lobbying groups and select tribal casinos. If the sentiment were to change among voters, the earliest California would see legal sports betting is 2025.

How to join bet365 in California and claim the bonus

Many, including myself, believe it is just a matter of when, not if, California sports betting becomes legal. When the time comes, you’ll want to know how to sign up for bet365 sportsbook in California and claim one of their promos.

Let’s dive into the few basic steps required to sign up and claim their sign-up offer:

Which bonus will bet365 offer when they go live?

The bet365 default welcome offer in other states will deliver $365 in bonus bets, which is one of the best in the industry. With this bet365 offer, you must make a deposit of $10, place a bet of at least $1, and win or lose, $365 in bonus bets will be credited to your bonus bet balance once the bet is settled.

Bonus bets are not eligible for withdrawal, but any winnings are then added to your cash/withdrawable balance. This offer is valid for new customers only and must be claimed within 30 days of registering for your account. With regard to stipulations, the bet must have odds of -500 or greater, and the wager can be placed in any approved market.

How long will it take for the bet365 promo reward to be credited?

Typically, your bet365 promo will be credited to your account within minutes of the wager being settled. For a bet to be settled, the game must be over and bet365 must have graded the wager as a winner or loser.

Fixing problems if the bet365 California promo is not working

If for some reason your bet365 California promo is not working as expected, the first step should always be to double-check the terms and conditions to ensure you’ve met the requirements. If you are confident you qualify, the next step is to get in touch with bet365’s customer service team.

To get there, navigate to the bottom of the main page under the “Help” section where you will find a “bet365 FAQ” link that answers the most commonly asked questions. If that fails, navigate to the “Contact Us” link, also at the bottom of the page, to get in touch with customer support.

Where will I be able to find the latest bet365 promotions?

The best place to find the latest bet365 California promotions will be right here on this page. If you are on their California gambling site or mobile app, expand the menu on the left-hand side of the page where you will find a link to “Promos” which lists all the latest offerings.

As of September 2023, bet365 currently offers five different promotions ranging from a new customer offer to bet boosts.

Usual terms and conditions for the bet365 bonus in other states

Whether you are using the bet365 bonuses in California or one of their existing states, there are a few basic terms and conditions you should be aware of. For starters, their welcome offer will only be available to new customers and will need to be used within 30 days of registering your account.

Using their current offer as an example, there will be a minimum amount that you must wager ($1) and a minimum deposit ($10) that you must hit to qualify. The bonus will be deposited into your account in the form of bonus bets, which are not withdrawable and must be wagered to convert to real funds.

Bet365 CA possible payment options

Though we do not know which payment options will be specific to bet365 CA, we can draw some likely conclusions based on offerings in other states. Let’s dive into some of the payment options currently available at bet365 where it is live.

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The bet365 betting app in California

With an estimated 20% of all Americans having participated in some form of sports betting in the past year (Pew Research Center, 2022), online sports betting is here to stay. Given the ease of use and increasingly intuitive nature of sports betting apps, the 40 million person population of California will also be flocking to CA betting apps when the state passes legal sports betting.

Vetted and perfected in the United Kingdom long before entering the U.S. market, the bet365 app is among the best in the marketplace. Users of both iOS and Android can get it with a few simple steps, so let’s break down how to find and download the bet365 betting app in California once it goes live.

How to download the bet365 app on iOS

Downloading the bet365 app on iOS is a breeze, and if you are one of the millions of iPhone users who will be looking to do so, you’ve come to the right place.

How to download the bet365 app on Android

Android users will find it equally easy to get the bet365 app on their device, and we break down the steps below.

Customer support at the bet365 CA sportsbook

Based on our experience in other states, the bet365 sportsbook in California will have some of the best customer service in the industry. To get in touch with them, head to the bottom of the main page to find the “Contact Us” link.

For more detailed inquiries, you can send them an email by selecting “Send Email.” Additionally, bet365 California will offer 24/7, 7 days a week live chat, as well as phone support at 1-888-8-BET-365 or 1-833-754-8200.