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Polymarket in Montenegro

Restricted: not geoblocked, but Montenegrin law bars playing with unlicensed foreign online operators.

Polymarket statusNot geoblocked by Polymarket
National positionRestricted
RegulatorMinistry of Finance / Administration for Games of Chance; Central Bank of Montenegro (CBCG)
Last reviewed23 October 2026

The legal situation in Montenegro

Montenegro is not geoblocked by Polymarket, and no Montenegrin action naming it was found. Amendments in force from 1 January 2024 banned taking part in foreign online games of chance where bets are paid in Montenegro. A new Law on Games of Chance, in force since 1 August 2025, moved to approval-based licensing with a 10% tax on online net gaming revenue. Prediction markets are not mentioned in either.

Key facts

  • 1 Jan 2024: amendments prohibited participation in foreign online games of chance paid from Montenegro.
  • 1 Aug 2025: the new Law on Games of Chance replaced the 2004 law; online operators pay 10% of net revenue.
  • The CBCG says crypto transactions are not prohibited but are unregulated; a MiCA-aligned law is planned.
  • No ISP block or order naming Polymarket was found.

What are your options in Montenegro?

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 Ministry of Finance / Administration for Games of Chance; Central Bank of Montenegro (CBCG), 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 Montenegro?

Restricted: not geoblocked, but Montenegrin law bars playing with unlicensed foreign online operators.

Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Montenegro?

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.