Polymarket in Georgia
Accessible: not geoblocked and no Georgian action found; under-25s and public employees may not gamble.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Restricted |
| Regulator | Revenue Service (Ministry of Finance); National Bank of Georgia |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Georgia
Polymarket does not geoblock Georgia, and no Georgian action against it was found. Georgia licenses online gambling but restricts who may play. Since 1 July 2024, under-25s, public-sector employees, people with criminal convictions and self-excluded people are barred from land-based and online gambling, and operators must check players against a Ministry of Finance register of about 1.5 million people. Most gambling advertising is banned. Prediction markets are not addressed.
Key facts
- Law on Organizing Lotteries, Games of Chance and Other Prize Games governs licensed online gambling.
- From 1 July 2024: gambling banned for under-25s and public employees; register of ~1.5 million barred citizens.
- Gambling profits tax raised from 10% to 15% in the 2024 budget.
- Online gambling licensing and tax reforms took effect in December 2024.
- No Polymarket-specific action found.
Getting started in Georgia
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.
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Open PolymarketFrequently asked questions
Is Polymarket legal in Georgia?
Accessible: not geoblocked and no Georgian action found; under-25s and public employees may not gamble.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Georgia?
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.