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Polymarket in Latvia

Accessible: not geoblocked, and no Latvian block has been reported so far.

Polymarket statusNot geoblocked by Polymarket
National positionGrey area: no specific rule
RegulatorState Revenue Service (VID), which absorbed the Lotteries and Gambling Supervisory Inspection (IAUI) on 1 April 2026
Last reviewed23 October 2026

The legal situation in Latvia

Latvia is not on Polymarket's geoblock list, and no Latvian blocking decision on Polymarket was found. Latvia does run an ISP blocking regime for unlicensed gambling sites under its Gambling and Lotteries Law. Gambling supervision moved from the IAUI to the State Revenue Service on 1 April 2026. Neighbouring Lithuania blocked Polymarket in September 2026, so the situation could change.

Key facts

  • 1 Apr 2026: the IAUI merged into the State Revenue Service, under the Non-Financial Sector Supervision Department.
  • The Gambling and Lotteries Law lets the gambling supervisor order ISPs to block unlicensed gambling sites.
  • MiCA applies to crypto-asset service providers, with the Bank of Latvia as competent authority.
  • No Latvian order naming Polymarket was found as of October 2026.

Getting started in Latvia

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Polymarket legal in Latvia?

Accessible: not geoblocked, and no Latvian block has been reported so far.

Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Latvia?

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.