Venmo works at some New York sportsbooks — but not all nine licensed apps have rolled it out. If your preferred book doesn't support it, you've got solid backup options. Here's what to know before you try to fund your account.
Which NY sportsbooks actually accept Venmo?
Venmo is available as a deposit and withdrawal option at select licensed NY operators. The catch: the list isn't public in a tidy way, and it can change. Your best move is to open the cashier section of whichever app you're using and check for Venmo in the deposit menu before assuming it's there. Don't see it? You're not out of luck — more on that in a second.
For a full breakdown of every payment option across all nine licensed books, the New York Sportsbook Payment Methods: Deposits & Payouts Guide covers each method in detail, including which operators support which options and any account-matching requirements you need to know about.
How does Venmo compare to other fast deposit methods in NY?
| Method | Availability in NY | Typical Deposit Speed | Withdrawal Supported |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venmo | Select operators only | Near-instant | Yes, at select operators |
| Trustly (Online Banking) | Most licensed NY sportsbooks | Fast; bank posting 2–3 business days | Yes |
| Zelle / P2P Transfers | Becoming less common across NY books | Varies | Limited |
What's the fastest backup if my sportsbook doesn't take Venmo?
Trustly is your most reliable fallback. Most licensed NY sportsbooks have partnered with Trustly for direct bank transfers, and it's about as frictionless as it gets — you log into your bank through the cashier, authorize the transfer, and you're funded. Person-to-person options like Zelle are becoming less common as deposit methods across NY sportsbooks, so don't count on those being available either.
If you've been hitting credit card declines, that's a separate issue entirely. Banks routinely block gambling transactions on credit lines. Debit, e-wallets, or ACH are the practical workarounds — the New York Sportsbook Credit Card Deposits: Why Your Card Is Declined and What to Use Instead page walks through exactly why that happens and what to switch to.
How fast will I get my money back out?
Withdrawal processing typically runs about 24 hours from the time you submit the request. After that, the final timing depends on which method you selected — ACH bank transfers can tack on an additional couple of business days before you see it posted. Venmo withdrawals at supported books tend to land faster than a standard bank transfer, which is part of why bettors prefer it when it's available.
Does it matter which NY sportsbook I pick if Venmo is a priority?
Yes, genuinely. If Venmo is your preferred funding method, you'll want to confirm support before you sign up, because switching accounts later is a hassle. FanDuel is one of the larger books worth checking first — see the FanDuel New York Review: First Bet Insurance & Odds Quality for a full look at how it stacks up on both the betting and banking side. For a ranked comparison across all nine operators, the Best New York Sportsbooks Ranked for 2026 breaks down which books lead on product quality, odds, and user experience.
One last thing: all of this only applies to the nine NYSGC-licensed operators. Online sports betting in New York is legal and regulated, but you must be physically inside state lines when you place any wager. 21+ only. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.