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Where Polymarket is blocked

Polymarket's own platform is restricted or blocked in a number of jurisdictions, mostly for gambling-licensing and financial-regulatory reasons. Below is a reference list with the reason for each. Wherever you trade, always comply with the laws that apply where you live.

Country Status Why
United States Restricted After a 2022 CFTC settlement, Polymarket blocks US-based traders from its core markets. US residents looking for a Polymarket-style prediction-market experience need a compliant alternative. France Blocked France's gambling regulator ANJ moved against Polymarket in 2024, citing unlicensed gambling activity, prompting access restrictions for French users. Belgium Blocked The Belgian Gaming Commission classified Polymarket as unlicensed gambling, leading to access restrictions for Belgian residents. Portugal Blocked Portugal's gambling regulator issued orders against Polymarket, restricting access for Portuguese users. Switzerland Restricted Swiss gambling law treats event-based wagering as licensed gambling, leaving Polymarket unavailable to Swiss residents. Singapore Restricted Singapore's gambling regulations make Polymarket inaccessible; existing positions are typically close-only for affected users. Thailand Restricted Thailand's strict gambling laws place Polymarket out of reach for Thai residents. Taiwan Restricted Taiwan's gambling regulations make Polymarket inaccessible to Taiwanese residents. Poland Restricted Poland's gambling framework restricts unlicensed prediction markets, leaving Polymarket unavailable to Polish residents. Italy Restricted Italy's ADM gambling regime restricts unlicensed event wagering, limiting Polymarket access for Italian residents. Ontario, Canada Unavailable Ontario's iGaming regulator only permits registered operators, leaving Polymarket unavailable to Ontario residents. Argentina Blocked A 2026 court order directed Argentine ISPs to block Polymarket, cutting off direct access for Argentine users.

About this list

Regulatory status changes over time and this list is provided for general information only. copyb3t is an independent trading interface, is not affiliated with Polymarket, and does not provide legal advice. Verify the current rules in your jurisdiction before trading.