State guide · updated July 2026
Prediction markets in Florida
Florida residents have access to CFTC-regulated prediction markets. The state's pari-mutuel regulator has not taken specific public action against event contract exchanges to date.
- State regulator
- Florida Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering
- Recommended platforms
- Kalshi, ForecastEx
Platform availability in Florida
Available to Florida residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Polymarket is not legally available to US residents.
Available to Florida residents subject to ForecastEx's standard KYC.
FAQ
Florida prediction market questions
Are prediction markets legal in Florida?+
Florida residents have access to CFTC-regulated prediction markets. The state's pari-mutuel regulator has not taken specific public action against event contract exchanges to date.
Is Kalshi available in Florida?+
Available to Florida residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Are sports event contracts available in Florida?+
Sports event contracts are subject to the same federal CFTC framework and are generally accessible to Florida residents, though that may change.
What should I know before signing up from Florida?+
Confirm the platform's current state availability on its own site before depositing funds. Use only regulated US exchanges; trade only what you can afford to lose; and read each platform's risk and terms documentation.
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