How can US residents still gamble online?

The current laws governing online gambling in the U.S. are confusing, to say the least. This is mainly due to the fact that the line between federal and state laws and jurisdictions are blurred with regards to which kinds of betting over the Web are acceptable. Some states are "more with the times" than others so make certain to review the laws governing your particular state.

At the federal level, the U.S. Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act - or UIGEA - was passed by the U.S. Congress at the end of September 2006 and signed into law by President George Bush on Friday, October 13th, 2006. The law was slipped-in with the Safe Port Act and forbids American banks & credit card companies etc. from transferring money from would-be Internet gamblers to online casino sites, poker rooms and similar gaming operations.

American players not residing in the U.S. and/or having foreign (non-U.S.) bank accounts are deemed free to play and wager over the Internet. In other words, if you're an American citizen residing in the UK with a British bank account, there is nothing to prevent you from gaming online. This loophole could wind up being altered at any time, so be certain to check back here often for all new updates.

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