DraftKings is currently offering several new-user promotions in the United States, providing opportunities for bonus bets and fantasy sports picks. These welcome offers, such as a "bet $5, get $200" promotion, are exclusively available to customers within the US and are not accessible to those in the UK.
"Bet $5, Get $200" Sportsbook Welcome Offer
According to eciks.org, DraftKings’ official promotions page confirms a welcome offer for new US sportsbook customers: bet $5 and receive $200 in bonus bets. This particular promotion begins with $50 in bonus bets issued instantly, with the remaining $150 distributed over a 21-day period.
CBS Sports, in its explanation of the offer, clarifies that new users must make an initial deposit of at least $10 and then place a qualifying $5 wager to activate the bonus. The bonus bets are credited as tokens and are typically valid for seven days after being received, as specified by CBS. Winnings from bonus bets are added to the cash balance, but the original stake is not returned.
WTOP News further details that for some offers, the $200 reward is distributed as eight individual $25 bonus bets, arriving in two sets of $25 every seven days over 21 days, valid for a week after issuance. This offer might be tied to specific events like college football games, such as the Houston vs. Texas Tech matchup, or any game with minimum odds of -500 or longer. No specific promo code is required for this offer, according to WTOP News.
DraftKings Pick 6 Fantasy Sports Promotion
RotoWire reports on a separate DraftKings Pick 6 promotion, allowing new US users to spend $5 and receive $50 in bonus picks. To claim this, a first deposit of $5 is required.
These bonus picks are exclusively for use within DraftKings Pick 6 contests and cannot be withdrawn. Pick 6 is described as a peer-to-peer fantasy sports platform where players predict whether individual athletes will exceed or fall short of specific statistical projections across up to six picks. Entry fees start as low as $1, with prizes determined by performance against other entries. This platform is designed for quick action across major sports like NFL and MLB.
Important Details for US Users
Both DraftKings and CBS Sports emphasise responsible gaming. Age restrictions apply, typically 21 years or older in most US states, though 18+ is permitted in Washington, D.C., and Kentucky. Identity checks may be necessary during the registration process, CBS Sports adds. Users are also reminded that bonus bets usually have expiration windows and hold no cash value for the stake itself.
Relevance for UK Readers
It is important for Liverpool and Merseyside readers, as well as the wider UK audience, to note that all promotions detailed above are exclusively available to customers located within the United States. DraftKings operates distinct services in different regions, and these specific bonus offers are not applicable to the UK market.