Start in iMessageNew York Gambling Self-Exclusion Program
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New York offers a self-exclusion program for people who want to voluntarily exclude themselves from covered gambling. Below you will find program details, how to apply, and what to verify before enrolling.
Program Details
New York Gaming Commission Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program
Mail or In-PersonDuration
1 year, 3 years, 5 years, or lifetime
Covers
Gaming regulated by the New York State Gaming Commission, including commercial casinos, video lottery, sports wagering, pari-mutuel and account wagering, lottery, Quick Draw, fantasy sports, and charitable gaming
Official Website
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Follow these steps to enroll in New York's self-exclusion program.
- 1
Open the current Voluntary Self-Exclusion form on the New York State Gaming Commission website
- 2
Choose a term of one year, three years, five years, or lifetime and complete the requested identity information
- 3
Include a recent photograph that meets the instructions on the form
- 4
Submit at a licensed gaming facility's designated problem gambling intake area, at Commission headquarters during business hours, or by U.S. mail
- 5
If submitting by mail, have the form notarized and send it with the photograph to the Commission address shown on the form
Ending or Removing Self-Exclusion
A one-, three-, or five-year term cannot be shortened. The Commission removes the person when that term ends unless a new form with an updated photo is submitted within 30 days before expiration to extend it. A lifetime term has no scheduled removal under the current rule.
Important Notes
The current form applies to gaming facilities and entities licensed, permitted, or registered by the New York State Gaming Commission. It does not list tribal casinos, so confirm self-exclusion separately with any tribal property you need to cover.
Official Sources
Program rules can change. Check these regulator pages before submitting personal information or relying on a duration or removal rule.
Add backup barriers
- Find confidential help
Use official helplines, peer support, treatment directories, and crisis resources.
- Add device barriers
Build a gambling-blocker plan while an exclusion application is processed.
- Protect money access
Ask your bank which gambling-category controls it supports and add backup limits.
- Quit sports betting
Close sportsbook access and make a plan for live betting, game days, and loss chasing.
While you wait for your exclusion to process, add phone barriers with Detachr
Self-exclusion can take days or weeks to go into effect. Detachr helps you add phone barriers and iMessage accountability while you wait.
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Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. If you are experiencing a gambling problem, please contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-MY-RESET or consult a qualified professional.