Polymarket in Vanuatu
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 | Department of Customs and Inland Revenue; Vanuatu Gaming Authority (Interactive Gaming Act) |
| Last reviewed | 23 October 2026 |
The legal situation in Vanuatu
Polymarket does not geoblock Vanuatu, and no Vanuatuan action against Polymarket was found. Vanuatu licenses online gambling operators under its Interactive Gaming Act. In July 2024 it relaunched the regime through the Vanuatu Gaming Authority, with the Department of Customs and Inland Revenue as regulator. The regime targets offshore operators, and no rule on residents using foreign prediction markets was found.
Key facts
- Interactive Gaming Act licences date back to 1993.
- July 2024: an upgraded online licence launched, processed by VGA Limited under a public-private partnership.
- The Department of Customs and Inland Revenue is the gambling regulator.
- No regulator statement on Polymarket was found.
Getting started in Vanuatu
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 Vanuatu?
Accessible: Polymarket does not block it, and no regulator action was found.
Can I use a VPN for Polymarket in Vanuatu?
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.