Polymarket in Turkey
Not available: access-banned in Turkey since July 2026.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Banned or blocked by the regulator |
| Regulator | Milli Piyango İdaresi Genel Müdürlüğü (National Lottery Administration); BTK (telecoms authority) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Turkey
On 16 July 2026 Turkey's National Lottery Administration ordered an access ban on polymarket.com, describing it as unlicensed gambling. The block is shown on the BTK site-status lookup. Polymarket itself does not geoblock Turkey.
Key facts
- 16 July 2026: access ban decision by the National Lottery Administration.
- Reported in Turkish media from 20 July 2026.
- Turkey routinely blocks unlicensed betting sites.
What are your options in Turkey?
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 Milli Piyango İdaresi Genel Müdürlüğü (National Lottery Administration); BTK (telecoms 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 Turkey?
Not available: access-banned in Turkey since July 2026.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Turkey?
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.