Polymarket in Macau
Restricted: not geoblocked, but online gambling is illegal in Macau and illegal sites are routinely blocked.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Restricted |
| Regulator | Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ); Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Macau
Macau is not on Polymarket's geoblock list, and no DICJ action naming Polymarket was found. Online gambling is not licensed in Macau: the territory's legislators confirmed there are no plans to legalise it. The Law to Combat Crimes of Illegal Gambling, passed on 16 October 2024, toughened penalties for illegal and online gambling operations. The government blocked about 36,000 illegal gambling websites in the first half of 2024, and the AMCM has told banks not to facilitate crypto services.
Key facts
- 16 Oct 2024: the Legislative Assembly unanimously passed the Law to Combat Crimes of Illegal Gambling.
- Jan to Jun 2024: about 36,000 illegal gambling websites were blocked.
- No online gambling licences exist; only land-based casino concessions do.
- The AMCM bars banks and payment institutions from facilitating crypto services.
What are your options in Macau?
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 Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ); Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM), 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 Macau?
Restricted: not geoblocked, but online gambling is illegal in Macau and illegal sites are routinely blocked.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Macau?
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.