Polymarket in Belgium
Not available: blacklisted in Belgium and close-only on Polymarket.
| Polymarket status | Close-only |
|---|---|
| National position | Banned or blocked by the regulator |
| Regulator | Kansspelcommissie / Commission des jeux de hasard (Belgian Gaming Commission) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Belgium
On 30 January 2025 the Belgian Gaming Commission put Polymarket on its blacklist of illegal gambling sites after the platform reportedly ignored three warnings. It was the first EU regulator to do so. Polymarket is close-only for Belgium.
Key facts
- 30 Jan 2025: blacklisted under the Belgian Gambling Act.
- The Commission asked the public prosecutor to block IP access.
- Belgium joined the June 2026 joint statement by nine European regulators.
What are your options in Belgium?
If Polymarket or local law restricts this country, the honest answer is: don't try to get around it. VPNs and third-party wallets break Polymarket's terms, can get funds frozen and may be illegal locally. Look for prediction markets or exchanges licensed by Kansspelcommissie / Commission des jeux de hasard (Belgian Gaming Commission), and check back here: rules change.
Sources
General information, not legal advice. Check the regulator's own website before acting.
Frequently asked questions
Is Polymarket legal in Belgium?
Not available: blacklisted in Belgium and close-only on Polymarket.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Belgium?
No. Using a VPN to reach Polymarket from a restricted location breaks its terms of service and can lead to frozen accounts. It may also break local law.