Gambling Self-Exclusion in New York (VSE)

New York has commercial casinos, tribal casinos, racinos with video lottery terminals, online and retail sports betting, horse racing and OTB, the state lottery, and daily fantasy sports; online casino games (iGaming) are not legal.

Checked against New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC)'s official program page on August 19, 2026 · compiled by Cashout

Guide updated 2026-09-18. Source dates above are separate from editorial changes. Confirm coverage, enrollment and removal eligibility with the program; submitting a form is not confirmation of acceptance.

The short answer

New York residents can self-exclude from gambling through Voluntary Self-Exclusion (VSE), run by New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC). Exclusion periods: 1 year, 3 years, 5 years or lifetime. One request excludes you from all gaming regulated by the Commission: commercial casinos, video lottery gaming, on- and off-track pari-mutuel wagering, internet and account wagering, sports wagering, New York Lottery draw and instant games, Quick Draw, interactive fantasy sports, and charitable gaming.

How does New York's self-exclusion program work?

Voluntary Self-Exclusion (VSE) is run by New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC). You enroll once and every operator it covers must refuse you for the term you chose.

Run by: New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC)
What it covers: One request excludes you from all gaming regulated by the Commission: commercial casinos, video lottery gaming, on- and off-track pari-mutuel wagering, internet and account wagering, sports wagering, New York Lottery draw and instant games, Quick Draw, interactive fantasy sports, and charitable gaming.
Durations: 1 year · 3 years · 5 years · lifetime
Help line: 518-903-0217

How do I sign up for self-exclusion in New York?

New York's self-exclusion form is on the official New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC) page linked below — there is no fee and no third party needs to be involved.

1 In person at the problem gambling intake area of most licensed casinos and gaming facilities in New York
2 In person at Commission headquarters in Schenectady during business hours
3 By U.S. mail to the Commission using the notarized Request for Voluntary Self-Exclusion form from gaming.ny.gov
4 Free help completing and notarizing forms via the NY Council on Problem Gambling VSE Support Program at 518-903-0217

Official page: gaming.ny.gov/voluntary-self-exclusion — enroll there directly, never through a third-party site.

How do I get off the New York self-exclusion list?

A one-, three- or five-year New York exclusion ends on its own: you are removed automatically when the term expires, unless you renew within 30 days.

Can it be ended early?: No. The term you pick is the term you serve.
At the end of the term: You come off the list automatically. Nothing to file.

Lifetime exclusion is permanent unless formally revoked. And the 30-day renewal window is the part worth knowing before your term ends - if you want the ban to continue, it is on you to renew inside it.

Worth saying plainly: wanting off the list is not the same as being ready to gamble again, and the urge to check usually arrives long before the term does. What actually happens when people come off a self-exclusion list goes through that in full.

What should I watch out for with New York self-exclusion?

One of the broadest programs in the US - a single form covers nearly every legal gambling type in the state. After a 1-, 3-, or 5-year term expires the person is automatically removed unless they renew within 30 days; lifetime exclusion is permanent unless formally revoked. Tribal casinos maintain their own exclusion processes.

Is self-exclusion enough on its own in New York?

New York's program only binds operators licensed in the state — offshore sites and crypto casinos ignore it. The setup that holds is layered: self-exclusion, plus a ban inside each betting app you hold, plus a gambling-blocking software on every device plus a card block that stops the deposit itself. For the full walkthrough, start with our self-exclusion guide or the complete guide to quitting gambling.

Gambling across the New York line?

A state program only binds operators licensed in that state. If you drive to a casino or bet on an app registered next door, you need that state's ban too.

Or compare every US state's program side by side.

Frequently asked questions

Does New York have a gambling self-exclusion program?

Yes. Voluntary Self-Exclusion (VSE) is run by New York State Gaming Commission (NYSGC). One request excludes you from all gaming regulated by the Commission: commercial casinos, video lottery gaming, on- and off-track pari-mutuel wagering, internet and account wagering, sports wagering, New York Lottery draw and instant games, Quick Draw, interactive fantasy sports, and charitable gaming.

How long does self-exclusion last in New York?

You can choose 1 year, 3 years, 5 years or lifetime. Note: One of the broadest programs in the US - a single form covers nearly every legal gambling type in the state. After a 1-, 3-, or 5-year term expires the person is automatically removed unless they renew within 30 days; lifetime exclusion is permanent unless formally revoked. Tribal casinos maintain their own exclusion processes.

How do I get off the New York self-exclusion list?

A one-, three- or five-year New York exclusion ends on its own: you are removed automatically when the term expires, unless you renew within 30 days. Lifetime exclusion is permanent unless formally revoked. And the 30-day renewal window is the part worth knowing before your term ends - if you want the ban to continue, it is on you to renew inside it.

How do I sign up for self-exclusion in New York?

In person at the problem gambling intake area of most licensed casinos and gaming facilities in New York. In person at Commission headquarters in Schenectady during business hours. By U.S. mail to the Commission using the notarized Request for Voluntary Self-Exclusion form from gaming.ny.gov. Free help completing and notarizing forms via the NY Council on Problem Gambling VSE Support Program at 518-903-0217. Always use the official page — never a third-party site.

Does New York self-exclusion cover offshore and crypto gambling sites?

Do not assume it does. Coverage depends on the program and participating operators, not simply the payment currency. Check the official scope and consider device blocking and available payment controls for gaps.

Self-exclusion in New York is layer one.

Cashout is preparing an iOS app with self-exclusion guidance, device blocking and support for urges. Enroll directly with the official program or operator; joining our waitlist does not enroll you or change your bank settings.