State guide · updated July 2026
Prediction markets in Illinois
Illinois residents can sign up for Kalshi and ForecastEx. The Illinois Gaming Board has not pursued direct enforcement against CFTC-regulated event contract platforms.
- State regulator
- Illinois Gaming Board
- Recommended platforms
- Kalshi, ForecastEx
Platform availability in Illinois
Available to Illinois residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Polymarket is not legally available to US residents.
Available to Illinois residents subject to ForecastEx's standard KYC.
FAQ
Illinois prediction market questions
Are prediction markets legal in Illinois?+
Illinois residents can sign up for Kalshi and ForecastEx. The Illinois Gaming Board has not pursued direct enforcement against CFTC-regulated event contract platforms.
Is Kalshi available in Illinois?+
Available to Illinois residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Are sports event contracts available in Illinois?+
Sports event contracts are subject to the same federal CFTC framework and are generally accessible to Illinois residents, though that may change.
What should I know before signing up from Illinois?+
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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