Online sports betting in Maryland is anticipated by December. The launch comes before the end of the NFL season and World Cup 2022 and just in time for other leagues. As time draws near, a number of online sportsbooks are gearing up to launch in the state.

DraftKings is one of the operators set to launch by late November or December depending on the schedule announced by Maryland Lottery and Gaming. As a premier sportsbook, DraftKings is a brand that is synonymous with sports betting in the USA. Like most approved online operators, Draftkings has already secured an approval for a pre-live offer.

Apart from the pre-live sign up offer, new players will be eligible for the standard welcome offer and entry into a draw. Here are more details on the two offers expected on launch date.

DraftKings Pre-live sign-up offer

The approval for a pre-live sign up offer came on October 21, 2022. With this offer, newly registered players who sign up with DraftKings in Maryland are eligible for a $200 free bet. In addition, bettors eligible for $200 get entry to the $100,000 free bets sweepstakes.

At the end of the draw, five lucky customers will win $100,000 free bet. It’s important to note that the pre-live sign-up offer does not hinder sports bettors from claiming the usual welcome offer that is usually offered to new players.

How to claim the sign-up offer

For sports bettors in the Old Line State, claiming the offer is straightforward and hassle-free. Of course, you have to be within the state lines and of the legal age to be eligible for this offer. Please note, the offer will not be available once DraftKings goes live. Here is a step-by-step guide on how you can claim your offer.

1. Log in to DraftKings and begin your pre-registration process. Alternatively, download the DraftKings Maryland app. Activate the Maryland promo code.
2. Fill in all your personal details such as name, date of birth, gender, email and physical address, SSN, and create a password.
3. The promo code will automatically be applied during the sign-up process.
4. Claim your $200 free bet on launch day.

DraftKings welcome bonus

Welcome bonuses have become the new normal in most sportsbooks and DraftKings is no exception to this. Although the sportsbook has not yet announced the official welcome bonus for Maryland sport bettors, new players can rest assured that the sportsbook will welcome new players in style.

New bettors can anticipate to have access to a 20% match deposit capped at $1,000 and $50 free bet. The offer also requires a promo code to claim. The DraftKings MD new user promo code will be available once DraftKings goes live. Nonetheless, unlike the pre-live offer, the welcome bonus will available on launch day and later on.

How to claim DraftKings welcome bonus

Log in to DraftKings or download the DraftKings app.

Begin the registration process by filling up all the relevant details. Input the Maryland promo code and claim your welcome offerVerify your account by confirming your email address and make your first deposit.