Is Polymarket Legal in Singapore? Blocked — Updated 2026

Quick Answer: No, Polymarket is blocked in Singapore. The Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) ordered geo-blocking of Polymarket for Singaporean users in January 2025.

Polymarket Status in Singapore

❌ Blocked — Polymarket has been geo-blocked in Singapore since January 2025, following enforcement action by Singapore's Gambling Regulatory Authority.

Singapore was once an active market for Polymarket, but the GRA's January 2025 blocking order ended direct access for Singaporean users. This was part of Singapore's broader crackdown on unauthorized gambling platforms.

Why Polymarket Is Blocked in Singapore

The block was ordered by the GRA (Gambling Regulatory Authority of Singapore):

• January 2025 — The GRA classified Polymarket as an unlicensed gambling service and ordered its blocking in Singapore
• Gambling Control Act — Singapore's gambling laws require platforms offering gambling services to Singaporean residents to obtain a license
• Strict enforcement — Singapore is known for rigorous enforcement of its gambling regulations
• Penalties — Violations can result in fines up to SGD $10,000 or imprisonment of up to 6 months for individuals
• IP-based blocking — Polymarket implemented geo-blocking for Singapore IP addresses following the GRA order

Singapore's Strict Gambling Regime

Singapore maintains one of the most tightly regulated gambling environments in the Asia-Pacific region. The Gambling Control Act consolidates and modernizes gambling regulations, and the GRA has broad powers to block unauthorized platforms. When prediction markets — particularly Polymarket — gained significant attention during the 2024 U.S. election cycle, the GRA moved swiftly to classify and block them.

What Singaporean Users Should Know

Serious Legal Risks

Unlike some other blocked countries where enforcement is lax, Singapore actively enforces its gambling regulations:

• Criminal penalties — Using an unauthorized gambling platform in Singapore can result in fines of up to SGD $10,000 or imprisonment of up to 6 months
• VPN detection — Singapore's regulators work with ISPs and have sophisticated detection capabilities
• Polymarket ToS violation — Using a VPN violates Polymarket's Terms of Service
• Account risk — Accounts detected as circumventing geo-blocks may be suspended with funds frozen
• No legal protection — Users who circumvent the block have no legal recourse if issues arise

Why VPNs Are Particularly Risky in Singapore

Singapore's strict regulatory environment makes VPN circumvention riskier than in many other jurisdictions. The GRA has demonstrated willingness to pursue enforcement actions, and Singapore's small size and advanced digital infrastructure make detection more feasible.

Alternatives for Singaporean Users

• Manifold Markets — Play-money prediction market (no real-money risk, no gambling classification)
• Licensed Singapore betting — Singapore Pools is the only authorized gambling operator for sports betting
• Financial derivatives — Some traditional financial products (options, futures) available through licensed Singapore brokerages offer similar speculation mechanisms

For Singaporeans Traveling Abroad

If you are a Singaporean citizen or resident traveling to a country where Polymarket is available:

• You may be able to access Polymarket from that location
• Be mindful that Singapore gambling laws may still apply to Singaporean citizens abroad in some interpretations
• Consult a legal advisor if you are uncertain about your obligations

Will Polymarket Become Available in Singapore?

Given Singapore's regulatory stance, availability is unlikely in the near term. It would require:

• Polymarket obtaining a gambling license from the GRA (which has shown no indication of licensing prediction markets)
• A change in Singapore's gambling law to exempt prediction markets
• A significant shift in the GRA's regulatory position

None of these scenarios appear likely in the foreseeable future. Singaporean users should plan for continued unavailability.

Full Country Availability List

See which countries can access Polymarket in our Polymarket Restricted Countries List.

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