Are prediction markets legal? A country-by-country guide
The legal and regulatory status of Polymarket, Kalshi and Manifold varies dramatically by jurisdiction. Below: every country we currently cover, by region.
Oceania
Europe
| Country | Polymarket | Kalshi | Manifold | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | Blocked | Blocked | Available | Read → |
| European Union | Blocked | Blocked | Available | Read → |
| France | Blocked | Blocked | Available | Read → |
| Germany | Blocked | Unknown | Available | Read → |
| Italy | Blocked | Blocked | Available | Read → |
| Spain | Blocked | Blocked | Available | Read → |
| Switzerland | Blocked | Blocked | Available | Read → |
| United Kingdom | Blocked | Blocked | Available | Read → |
South America
North America
| Country | Polymarket | Kalshi | Manifold | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | Blocked | Blocked | Available | Read → |
| United States | Limited | Available | Available | Read → |