⭐ PokerStars Michigan Casino Overview
Originally known as a regulated online poker site, PokerStars Casino has since expanded to offer an online casino in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania! Their parent company, Flutter, is a global sports betting, gaming, and entertainment company. Here’s the background of PokerStars Casino in a nutshell:
| Field | Michigan Details |
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| Bonus offer | New-player casino welcome (as shown on this page) |
| Bonus code | No code required (applied automatically unless otherwise stated) |
| Licensed by | Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) |
| Launch in state | Jan 2021 |
| Live dealer | Yes (availability can vary by hours/tables) |
| Games note | Large MI slot & table mix; Stars-branded exclusives |
| Payments | PayPal, online banking/ACH, Play+ card, debit/credit (where supported) |
| Typical withdrawals | ~24 hours–5 days depending on method |
| Retail partner | Odawa Casino (Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians) |
| Age & location | 21+ · must be physically in Michigan |
| RG resources | MGCB – Responsible Gaming resources |
Is PokerStars legal in Michigan?
Yes. PokerStars Casino is licensed by the MGCB and live statewide since 2021. You must be 21+ and located in MI to wager.
What’s different in MI?
- Live dealer available; selection can differ from PA.
- Payments commonly include PayPal and ACH/online banking.
- Operates via Odawa Casino partnership.
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PokerStars Michigan - FAQs
- What is the Pokerstars Bonus Code Michigan?
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You can use the Pokerstars Bonus code Michigan 'STARS600' for a 100% welcome bonus of up to $600. The casino runs a second promo of $150 in Bonus Play if you play one cash game hand or bet $1 and complete daily challenges.
- Is there a no-deposit bonus on PokerStars Michigan casino?
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Currently, PokerStars doesn't have a no-deposit bonus code for players in Michigan. The online casino doesn't offer no-deposit funds to players in their other online casinos in New Jersey or Pennsylvania.
- What are redemption points?
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Redemption points are PokerStars' approach to wagering requirements. You're rewarded redemption points when you play real money casino games. You can withdraw your bonus winnings only after you've gathered enough redemption points.
- What games can I play at PokerStars MI?
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You can play 600+ casino games such as Almighty Buffalo Megaways, Double Stacks, Cleopatra and many more jackpot and megaways slots. Poker tables include cash games like Omaha, Texas Hold’em and Seven-card Stud.
- Is PokerStars legal in Michigan?
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Yes, PokerStars is legal and regulated in MI, as it sports a license by the Michigan Gaming Control Board. All games have been tested for fairness, and the casino follows security protocols to keep your activity safe.
- What’s the true “qualifying” minimum deposit for the MI code vs the lower cashier minimum?
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There isn’t one universal number it’s promo-tile specific. For poker, the STARS600 match lets you make up to three qualifying deposits within 60 days (the tile sets the min that qualifies; the Cashier’s bare minimum can be lower and might not trigger the offer). If you pick the $150 bonus-play path, the tile specifies the opt-in + action to qualify (often “play 1 hand”), not a fixed cashier minimum. Always use the MI promo tile’s qualifying amount, not just the Cashier minimum.
- How long is the Michigan expiry window—and does the timer start at claim, deposit, or first wager?
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Poker (STARS600): deposit(s) must be made within 60 days, and you get four months to clear via Redemption Points; that “four-month” clock is tied to the bonus crediting after your qualifying deposit(s). $150 bonus-play chests: each chest usually has its own 7-day open/use window from when it’s credited. Casino instant bonuses (when offered) show an expiry from the time the bonus is credited, visible under My Rewards. Check the current MI tile for the exact trigger wording.
- Can PokerStars MI retroactively remove a code if I cash out without completing WR (bonus-abuse flags)?
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If you withdraw or fail WR, standard promo terms let PokerStars forfeit the bonus and any winnings tied to it. Cash you already had remains yours; bonus-derived amounts can be removed if WR/conditions aren’t met. Always read the tile + General Promo Terms before withdrawing mid-WR.
- Do Stars Rewards points accrue during MI bonus play (poker/casino), or only on real-money wagers?
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Stars Rewards explicitly say you earn points when you play real-money games. That implies bonus-credit wagers don’t earn (or earn at a reduced rate if specified). Treat points as accruing on cash play; check each promo tile for any exceptions.
- Which MI payment rail both qualifies and pays out fastest for welcome bonuses PayPal, Instant Bank Transfer/ACH, or Skrill?
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• PayPal tends to be the quickest after approval.
• Instant Bank Transfer/eChecks have a three-day internal clearing hold on deposits before those funds become withdrawable (winnings can still be cashed out sooner).
• Skrill is supported but not always the fastest across U.S. ops.
For the qualifying deposit, prefer PayPal or Instant Bank Transfer (tokenized/prepaid cards can be excluded by some promos). - Does PokerStars Sportsbook Michigan share the wallet with Casino, and do sportsbook bets advance casino WR?
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As of now, PokerStars-branded sportsbook isn’t live in MI (FOX Bet, the former linked sportsbook brand, shut down in 2023). Your Stars Account/Cashier covers PokerStars (poker) and Stars Casino in MI; promo progress remains product-specific sports bets do not clear casino WR.
- Are there MI-specific tax considerations for bonus-boosted wins, and what records should I keep?
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All gambling winnings are taxable for federal and Michigan state purposes. Casinos may issue W-2G on certain wins; MI also has guidance on reporting and (for some forms) a small $300 exclusion from total household resources. Keep: promo tile screenshots, deposit/withdrawal receipts, session logs, and any W-2G/1099s to substantiate win/loss and bonus conditions.