Polymarket in the Solomon Islands
Accessible: Polymarket does not block it, and no regulator action was found.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Grey area: no specific rule |
| Regulator | Gaming and Lotteries Board (Gaming and Lotteries Act) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in the Solomon Islands
Polymarket does not geoblock the Solomon Islands, and no action by Solomon Islands authorities against Polymarket was found. The Gaming and Lotteries Act covers land-based casinos and lotteries. Citizens are reportedly barred from the two licensed casinos, and the Board has no online mandate. On 31 October 2019 the Central Bank of Solomon Islands warned that cryptocurrencies are unregulated and not legal tender.
Key facts
- The Gaming and Lotteries Board regulates land-based gaming and has no mandate over online gambling.
- Citizens are reportedly barred from the country's licensed casinos.
- 31 Oct 2019: the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) warned that bitcoin, ether and similar coins have no legal tender status.
- No regulator statement on Polymarket was found.
Getting started in the Solomon Islands
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 the Solomon Islands?
Accessible: Polymarket does not block it, and no regulator action was found.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in the Solomon Islands?
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.