State guide · updated July 2026
Prediction markets in Hawaii
Hawaii broadly prohibits gambling and has one of the most restrictive frameworks in the country. CFTC-regulated event contracts are federal instruments; Hawaii residents should verify each platform's state policy before signing up.
- State regulator
- Hawaii (no permitted gambling)
- Recommended platforms
- None — access is constrained
Platform availability in Hawaii
Available to Hawaii residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Polymarket is not legally available to US residents.
Available to Hawaii residents subject to ForecastEx's standard KYC.
FAQ
Hawaii prediction market questions
Are prediction markets legal in Hawaii?+
Hawaii broadly prohibits gambling and has one of the most restrictive frameworks in the country. CFTC-regulated event contracts are federal instruments; Hawaii residents should verify each platform's state policy before signing up.
Is Kalshi available in Hawaii?+
Available to Hawaii residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Are sports event contracts available in Hawaii?+
Sports event contracts are subject to the same federal CFTC framework and are generally accessible to Hawaii residents, though that may change.
What should I know before signing up from Hawaii?+
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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