Polymarket in Norway
Restricted: classed as illegal unlicensed gambling, with a DNS block pending.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Restricted |
| Regulator | Lotteri- og stiftelsestilsynet (Norwegian Gambling Authority) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Norway
On 2 July 2026 the Norwegian Gambling Authority said prediction markets fall within Norway's legal definition of gambling, so offering or marketing them without a licence breaks the Gambling Act. Users themselves do not commit an offence. In October 2026 it notified Polymarket, Kalshi and 60 other operators that it intends to impose DNS blocking, with responses due 15 October 2026. A final decision was pending at the time of writing.
Key facts
- 2 July 2026: the regulator classified prediction markets as gambling.
- Oct 2026: advance notice of DNS blocking sent to 62 operators, including Polymarket and Kalshi.
- Norway also requires banks to block payments to unlicensed gambling operators.
What are your options in Norway?
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 Lotteri- og stiftelsestilsynet (Norwegian Gambling Authority), 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 Norway?
Restricted: classed as illegal unlicensed gambling, with a DNS block pending.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Norway?
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.