Polymarket in the Marshall Islands
Unclear: not geoblocked, but the gaming prohibition was toughened in 2025 and its online reach is untested.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Grey area: no specific rule |
| Regulator | Banking Commission / Ministry of Finance (digital assets); Nitijela (Gaming and Recreation Prohibition Act) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in the Marshall Islands
Polymarket does not geoblock the Marshall Islands, and no Marshallese action on Polymarket was found. Gaming is broadly banned under the Gaming and Recreation Prohibition Act 1998. An amendment passed on 1 October 2025 (P.L. 2025-50) makes violations a third-degree felony punishable by up to 35 months in prison and adds civil fines of $1,000 a day. The act's text does not address online gambling. On the crypto side, the country is permissive: it passed a Digital Asset Business Act and the Sovereign Currency Act in 2018.
Key facts
- Gaming and Recreation Prohibition Act 1998, amended 1 Oct 2025: up to $5,000 fine and 35 months in prison, plus $1,000 a day in civil penalties.
- Non-profit bingo and raffles need a local council permit.
- The Sovereign Currency Act 2018 recognises the proposed SOV as legal tender, though it is not in broad circulation.
- Polymarket is not geoblocked, and no ISP block exists.
What are your options in the Marshall Islands?
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 Banking Commission / Ministry of Finance (digital assets); Nitijela (Gaming and Recreation Prohibition Act), 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 the Marshall Islands?
Unclear: not geoblocked, but the gaming prohibition was toughened in 2025 and its online reach is untested.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in the Marshall Islands?
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.