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On May 27, 2026, the Arizona Department of Gaming announced it will begin accepting new applications for event wagering licenses on June 26, 2026. According to the announcement, the department will accept applications for at least one event wagering license reserved for Arizona tribes and at least one one event wagering license reserved for Arizona sports franchises. The department will evaluate all applications received in accordance with the established criteria set forth in the state's event wagering rules and statutes. To access detailed information on eligibility requirements, application procedures, and relevant timelines, visit the Forms, Licensing, and Fees web page . Additionally, the Frequently Asked Questions page is available to help answer common questions. Event wagering operator fees are as follows: Application fee: $100,000 Initial license fee: $750,000 Annual license fee: $150,000 The application window for event wagering licenses will open on June 26, 2026, and will close on July 10, 2026 at 5 p.m. MST. Applicants must submit their completed applications within this timeframe to be considered for a license.