How to sign up for DraftKings
Opening a DraftKings account takes only a few minutes. This guide walks you through every step — from registration and your first deposit to claiming the welcome offer and placing a smart first bet.
Bet $5, get $200 in bonus bets
Place a qualifying $5+ wager and receive $200 in bonus bets regardless of whether it wins or loses. The bonus bets are issued as site credit you can split across multiple wagers, and only the winnings are withdrawable.
21+. New customers only. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable and expire 7 days after issue.
Sign Up at DraftKings →Promo code
No code is needed for most offers — the welcome bonus applies automatically when you sign up through our link.
Step-by-step sign-up
- Confirm DraftKings is live in your state and that you are 21 or older (18+ only where the state permits). Betting must be legal where you are physically located.
- Open DraftKings through the OddsGrab link on this page — it carries the current welcome offer automatically, so there is usually no promo code to type.
- Tap “Sign Up” and enter your details: legal name, date of birth, email, and the last four digits of your SSN, which the book uses to verify your identity.
- Create a username and password, accept the terms, and confirm your account. Most sign-ups verify instantly using the details you provide.
- Make a qualifying deposit with any supported payment method (see the list below). Deposits are typically instant and fee-free.
- Opt into the welcome offer — Bet $5, get $200 in bonus bets — before you place your first wager, so the qualifying bet counts toward the bonus.
- Place your first bet, then line-shop every future wager on OddsGrab to keep taking the best available price.
How to claim the bonus
- Opt into “Bet $5, get $200 in bonus bets” during registration or from the DraftKings promotions hub before betting.
- Deposit at least the qualifying amount using a supported payment method.
- Place the qualifying first bet at any minimum odds the offer specifies.
- Collect your bonus bets once the qualifier settles — they are credited as site credit, not cash.
- Stake the bonus bets before they expire; you keep the winnings, but the bonus stake itself is not returned.
First-bet strategy
DraftKings carries the broadest market menu in US betting, so your first wager is a chance to put it to work. The lowest-variance way to clear the offer is a small single — a moneyline or spread on a marquee game you have actually researched — rather than a long-shot parlay.
Once the qualifier settles and your bonus bets land, the deep player-prop and same-game-parlay catalog is where DraftKings’ depth pays off. Spend the bonus bets there, where the upside is house money.
Deposit methods
DraftKings supports the payment methods below. Deposits are usually instant; withdrawals return to the same method where possible.
- Online banking (ACH)
- Debit & credit card
- PayPal
- DraftKings Play+ prepaid card
- PayNearMe (cash at retail)
- Apple Pay
- Online bank transfer
- Wire transfer
Ready to bet at DraftKings?
Open your account through OddsGrab and claim $200 in Bonus Bets.
Sign Up at DraftKings →DraftKings sign-up FAQ
- How do I sign up for DraftKings?
- Confirm DraftKings is legal in your state and that you are 21+, then open it through the OddsGrab link, tap “Sign Up”, and enter your name, date of birth, email, and the last four of your SSN to verify your identity. Make a deposit, opt into the welcome offer, and place your first bet.
- Do I need a promo code for DraftKings?
- No — the DraftKings welcome offer applies automatically when you register through our link, so there is usually nothing to type. If a promo-code field appears, you can enter ODDSGRAB; the offer is the same either way.
- How long does DraftKings verification take?
- Most accounts verify instantly from the details you enter at sign-up. If the book cannot match your information automatically, it may ask you to upload a photo of a government ID, which typically clears within 24-48 hours.
- How do I withdraw winnings from DraftKings?
- Withdraw from the cashier using online banking (ACH), PayPal, or the same card or Play+ account you deposited with. Cashouts usually process within a few hours to a few business days depending on the method; your first withdrawal may require a quick identity check.
- Is the DraftKings welcome offer worth claiming?
- Bet $5, get $200 in bonus bets ($200 in Bonus Bets) is a standard new-customer offer: Place a qualifying $5+ wager and receive $200 in bonus bets regardless of whether it wins or loses. The bonus bets are issued as site credit you can split across multiple wagers, and only the winnings are withdrawable. 21+. New customers only. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable and expire 7 days after issue. Read the current terms in-app before opting in, since offers change.
Welcome offers and terms are illustrative and change frequently — always verify the current promo, terms, and deposit methods on DraftKings's site before signing up. 21+ where applicable (18+ only where the state permits). Please gamble responsibly.