Polymarket in Moldova
Accessible: not geoblocked and not blocklisted so far, though Moldova blocks unauthorised gambling sites.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Restricted |
| Regulator | Public Services Agency (ASP); ANRCETI/ARCOM (ISP blocking); National Bank of Moldova |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Moldova
Polymarket does not geoblock Moldova, and it does not appear on Moldova's published blocklist, as far as this research found. Moldova has an active blocking regime under Article 50¹ of Law No. 291/2016 on gambling: the Public Services Agency lists unauthorised gambling sites, ISPs must block them, and banks receive daily lists to stop payments. By September 2026 more than 7,600 illegal platforms had been listed. Online gambling is a state monopoly with no private licensing route.
Key facts
- Law No. 291 of 16 Dec 2016 makes online gambling a state monopoly, with blocking under Article 50¹.
- 2 Sep 2026: the ASP said more than 7,600 illegal gambling sites were on the blocking list, up from 735 in 2021.
- ISPs must block listed sites, and the ASP sends banks daily identifiers of illegal platforms.
- A MiCA-style virtual assets law is in progress; the NBM says crypto is unregulated but not banned.
Getting started in Moldova
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 Moldova?
Accessible: not geoblocked and not blocklisted so far, though Moldova blocks unauthorised gambling sites.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Moldova?
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.