Polymarket in Myanmar
Not available: Polymarket blocks new trades from Myanmar.
| Polymarket status | Close-only |
|---|---|
| National position | Banned or blocked by the regulator |
| Regulator | Central Bank of Myanmar (CBM); Union Government (Gambling Law 2019) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Myanmar
Polymarket is close-only for Myanmar: new trades are refused. The Gambling Law of 7 May 2019 allows only government-approved casinos for foreigners. Unauthorised gambling carries up to five years' imprisonment. The Central Bank of Myanmar has prohibited cryptocurrency transactions since 2019-2020 and repeated the ban in a warning on 16 November 2025.
Key facts
- Close-only on Polymarket under its own geoblock.
- Gambling Law 2019: only foreigners may gamble, in government-approved casinos.
- May 2019 and May 2020: CBM notices prohibited crypto trading.
- 16 Nov 2025: the CBM reminded the public that crypto transactions are strictly prohibited.
What are your options in Myanmar?
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 Central Bank of Myanmar (CBM); Union Government (Gambling Law 2019), 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 Myanmar?
Not available: Polymarket blocks new trades from Myanmar.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Myanmar?
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.