Polymarket in Bulgaria
Accessible: not geoblocked and not found on the NRA's blocklist, though the NRA blocks unlicensed betting sites.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Grey area: no specific rule |
| Regulator | National Revenue Agency (NRA); Financial Supervision Commission (FSC) for crypto |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Bulgaria
Polymarket does not geoblock Bulgaria, and no NRA decision naming it was found. Online gambling requires an NRA licence under the Gambling Act (2012). The NRA blocks unlicensed sites by suspension decision followed by a court-ordered ISP block, and it took down more than 2,500 sites in the first ten months of 2024. Crypto service providers are licensed by the FSC under Bulgaria's Markets in Crypto-Assets Act, in force since July 2025.
Key facts
- The Gambling Act (2012) requires a licence for online gambling; the NRA took over from the former State Gambling Commission.
- Oct 2024: the NRA reported more than 2,500 unlicensed gambling sites taken down that year via court-ordered ISP blocking.
- NRA procedure: suspension decision, then 3 days to cease, then a court order to ISPs.
- Bulgaria's Markets in Crypto-Assets Act took effect in July 2025 under the EU's MiCA; the FSC licenses providers.
- No Polymarket-specific action found.
Getting started in Bulgaria
Polymarket does not geoblock this country, but that is not the same as a local licence. Check the national position above, then follow our guides to sign up, deposit and place a trade. Profits may be taxable locally; keep records of every trade.
Sources
General information, not legal advice. Check the regulator's own website before acting.
Ready to try it? Check it is available where you live, then open Polymarket.
Open PolymarketFrequently asked questions
Is Polymarket legal in Bulgaria?
Accessible: not geoblocked and not found on the NRA's blocklist, though the NRA blocks unlicensed betting sites.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Bulgaria?
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.