Polymarket in Greece
Unclear: a block is reported but unverified; Polymarket itself does not block Greece.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Restricted |
| Regulator | Ελληνική Επιτροπή Τυχερών Παιγνίων / Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC/EEEP) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Greece
Some reports and other regulators' summaries list Greece as having restricted Polymarket, and social media posts from December 2025 claimed a block. However, no published Hellenic Gaming Commission decision naming Polymarket could be found. The HGC does run an extensive blacklist of illegal gambling sites, which it said in December 2025 covered about 11,000 sites. Polymarket does not geoblock Greece.
Key facts
- No published HGC decision naming Polymarket was located (as of October 2026).
- Greece is cited as restricting Polymarket in secondary summaries, such as the Czech and Yogonet reports.
- Dec 2025: the HGC said it had blocked about 11,000 illegal gambling sites.
What are your options in Greece?
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 Ελληνική Επιτροπή Τυχερών Παιγνίων / Hellenic Gaming Commission (HGC/EEEP), and check back here: rules change.
Public information on this country is limited. We found no specific action by a regulator, which is not the same as permission. Treat this page as a starting point and check local law.
Sources
General information, not legal advice. Check the regulator's own website before acting.
Frequently asked questions
Is Polymarket legal in Greece?
Unclear: a block is reported but unverified; Polymarket itself does not block Greece.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Greece?
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.