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Gambling Self-Exclusion in North Carolina

North Carolina has legal online sports betting (launched March 2024), retail sportsbooks, pari-mutuel horse race wagering, the state lottery, charitable gaming, and three tribal casinos.

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The short answer

North Carolina residents can self-exclude from gambling through Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program, run by North Carolina State Lottery Commission (ncgaming.gov). Exclusion periods: 1 year, 3 years, 5 years or lifetime. Blocks online and retail sports wagering and pari-mutuel horse race wagering with all licensed operators statewide; operators freeze existing accounts and block new ones, and winnings are forfeited.

The program: Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program

Run by
North Carolina State Lottery Commission (ncgaming.gov)
What it covers
Blocks online and retail sports wagering and pari-mutuel horse race wagering with all licensed operators statewide; operators freeze existing accounts and block new ones, and winnings are forfeited.
Durations
1 year · 3 years · 5 years · lifetime
Help line
877-718-5543

How to enroll

  1. 1 Online via the enrollment form at ncgaming.gov (identity verified with government-issued ID or verification questions)
  2. 2 In person at NC Education Lottery claims centers in Raleigh, Charlotte, Asheville, Greensboro, Wilmington, or Greenville

Official page: ncgaming.gov/responsible-gaming-2 — enroll there directly, never through a third-party site.

What to watch out for

Program launched in 2024 alongside online sports betting and covers only sports and horse race wagering - not the lottery or tribal casinos (Harrah's Cherokee properties run their own exclusion program). Shorter exclusion periods are available directly with individual operators. Removal is automatic when the selected period ends; early removal only for mistaken identity or fraud. Exclusion typically takes effect within 3-4 business days.

Self-exclusion alone isn't enough

North Carolina'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 gambling blocker on your devices plus a gambling block on your bank card. For the full walkthrough, start with our self-exclusion guide or the complete guide to quitting gambling.

Frequently asked questions

Does North Carolina have a gambling self-exclusion program?
Yes. Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program is run by North Carolina State Lottery Commission (ncgaming.gov). Blocks online and retail sports wagering and pari-mutuel horse race wagering with all licensed operators statewide; operators freeze existing accounts and block new ones, and winnings are forfeited.
How long does self-exclusion last in North Carolina?
You can choose 1 year, 3 years, 5 years or lifetime. Note: Program launched in 2024 alongside online sports betting and covers only sports and horse race wagering - not the lottery or tribal casinos (Harrah's Cherokee properties run their own exclusion program). Shorter exclusion periods are available directly with individual operators. Removal is automatic when the selected period ends; early removal only for mistaken identity or fraud. Exclusion typically takes effect within 3-4 business days.
How do I sign up for self-exclusion in North Carolina?
Online via the enrollment form at ncgaming.gov (identity verified with government-issued ID or verification questions). In person at NC Education Lottery claims centers in Raleigh, Charlotte, Asheville, Greensboro, Wilmington, or Greenville. Always use the official page — never a third-party site.
Does North Carolina self-exclusion cover offshore and crypto gambling sites?
No. State self-exclusion only binds operators licensed in North Carolina. Offshore and crypto casinos ignore it, which is why you should pair it with a gambling blocker app and a bank gambling block.

Cashout walks you through this, step by step.

Self-exclusion setup for your state, app blocking, and a panic button for the urges in between. Launching soon on iOS — waitlist gets access first.