Polymarket in Papua New Guinea
Accessible: not geoblocked, and no national block was found.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Grey area: no specific rule |
| Regulator | National Gaming Control Board (NGCB); Bank of Papua New Guinea |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea is not geoblocked by Polymarket, and no PNG action on Polymarket was found. The 2007 Gaming Control Act legalised casinos and internet gambling and created the National Gaming Control Board to oversee them. The Bank of Papua New Guinea has warned about crypto risks but not banned personal holdings.
Key facts
- May 2007: Parliament passed the gaming law 61 to 0, legalising casinos and internet gambling.
- The National Gaming Control Board oversees all gambling.
- The Bank of PNG has issued crypto-risk warnings; no crypto law exists.
- No regulator statement or ISP block naming Polymarket was found.
Getting started in Papua New Guinea
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.
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.
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Open PolymarketFrequently asked questions
Is Polymarket legal in Papua New Guinea?
Accessible: not geoblocked, and no national block was found.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Papua New Guinea?
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.