State guide · updated July 2026
Prediction markets in Washington
Washington has one of the country's strictest gambling regulators. CFTC-regulated event contracts are generally accessible, but residents should verify current platform terms before depositing.
- State regulator
- Washington State Gambling Commission
- Recommended platforms
- Kalshi, ForecastEx
Platform availability in Washington
Available to Washington residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Polymarket is not legally available to US residents.
Available to Washington residents subject to ForecastEx's standard KYC.
FAQ
Washington prediction market questions
Are prediction markets legal in Washington?+
Washington has one of the country's strictest gambling regulators. CFTC-regulated event contracts are generally accessible, but residents should verify current platform terms before depositing.
Is Kalshi available in Washington?+
Available to Washington residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Are sports event contracts available in Washington?+
Sports event contracts are subject to the same federal CFTC framework and are generally accessible to Washington residents, though that may change.
What should I know before signing up from Washington?+
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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