Polymarket in Portugal
Not available: ISP-blocked by the SRIJ since January 2026.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Banned or blocked by the regulator |
| Regulator | Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos (SRIJ), Turismo de Portugal |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Portugal
In January 2026, during the presidential election, the SRIJ gave Polymarket 48 hours to stop operating in Portugal. When it did not, the SRIJ ordered ISPs to block the site, and MEO, Vodafone and NOS were blocking it by 20-21 January 2026. Portuguese law bans betting on political events, so no licence route exists.
Key facts
- 19 Jan 2026: the SRIJ ordered the block after betting surged before election results.
- 20-21 Jan 2026: MEO, Vodafone and NOS confirmed blocking.
- The SRIJ warned it could not guarantee users would recover their funds.
- Portugal co-signed the June 2026 joint regulator initiative.
What are your options in Portugal?
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 Serviço de Regulação e Inspeção de Jogos (SRIJ), Turismo de Portugal, 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 Portugal?
Not available: ISP-blocked by the SRIJ since January 2026.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Portugal?
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.