Polymarket in Uruguay
Restricted: not reported blocked, but Uruguay actively blocks unauthorised betting sites.
| Polymarket status | Not geoblocked by Polymarket |
|---|---|
| National position | Restricted |
| Regulator | Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas (DNLQ); Banco Central del Uruguay (BCU) for virtual assets |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Uruguay
Polymarket does not geoblock Uruguay, and no DNLQ action naming Polymarket was found. Law 19.535 (articles 244-245, 2017) and Decree 366/017 ban unauthorised online betting and let the DNLQ block such sites. More than 1,700 sites had been blocked by April 2026. Supermatch is the only licensed online operator. Crypto is legal and regulated by the BCU under Law 20.345 (2024) and Law 20.446.
Key facts
- Law 19.535 arts. 244-245 (Sept 2017) and Decree 366/017 (Dec 2017) ban unauthorised online gambling.
- By April 2026 the DNLQ had blocked over 1,700 unauthorised betting sites; fines run up to 20 million UI.
- Supermatch (La Banca) is the only authorised online betting operator.
- Law 20.345 (Sept 2024) and Law 20.446 (from Jan 2026) give the BCU licensing power over virtual-asset providers.
What are your options in Uruguay?
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 Dirección Nacional de Loterías y Quinielas (DNLQ); Banco Central del Uruguay (BCU) for virtual assets, 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 Uruguay?
Restricted: not reported blocked, but Uruguay actively blocks unauthorised betting sites.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Uruguay?
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.