Is Polymarket Legal? US States & Countries (2026)
Polymarket US operates as a CFTC-regulated Designated Contract Market, so prediction trading is permitted federally in the United States. Access depends on your physical location. Pick your state below, or see the global picture.
Polymarket legality by US state
Polymarket legality by country
Polymarket is accessible in around 180 countries but restricts 30+ jurisdictions. Pick your country:
FAQ
Is Polymarket legal in the US?
Yes. After acquiring a CFTC-regulated exchange (QCEX), Polymarket US operates as a CFTC Designated Contract Market, so prediction trading is permitted at the federal level. Access is based on your physical location and confirmed by an in-app geo-check.
Which US states is Polymarket legal in?
Polymarket operates under federal CFTC oversight, so it is broadly available across US states. A few states scrutinise sports-style event contracts more closely. Use the state directory below and the in-app check to confirm.
Where is Polymarket restricted?
Polymarket blocks roughly 30+ countries for regulatory and sanctions reasons. It checks physical location, so a permitted-country user travelling to a restricted country may be blocked while there.