Are prediction markets legal in Virginia?
2026-10-17
Prediction markets are available in Virginia, and we found no action by the Virginia Lottery or Attorney General against them. Virginia does have legal online sports betting, so DraftKings and FanDuel don't offer sports contracts there.
| Platform | Status in Virginia (October 17, 2026) |
|---|---|
| Kalshi | Available |
| Polymarket US | Available |
| Novig | Available |
| PredictIt | Available |
| Robinhood | Available |
| DraftKings Predictions | No sports contracts |
| FanDuel Predicts | No sports contracts |
Yes, prediction markets are available in Virginia. As of October 17, 2026 we found no action by the Virginia Lottery or the Attorney General against Kalshi, Polymarket US, Novig or PredictIt. Because Virginia has legal online sports betting, the sportsbook-owned prediction products (DraftKings Predictions and FanDuel Predicts) don’t offer sports contracts here.
Virginia’s position
Virginia regulates online sports betting through the Virginia Lottery. State law bars accepting a sports bet from “a person under the age of 21 years.” We found no Virginia bill aimed at prediction markets, and the CFTC hasn’t sued Virginia. A private lawsuit against Kalshi is reported to be in federal court in Alexandria (DeFi Rate tracker). It doesn’t affect availability, and we couldn’t verify its details.
What’s available
Kalshi, Polymarket US, Robinhood, Novig (21+) and PredictIt all list Virginia as available. DraftKings Predictions and FanDuel Predicts offer only non-sports markets in Virginia. See our ranking of the best sports prediction sites, or compare every state in our legality tracker.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kalshi legal in Virginia?
Yes, as of October 2026. We found no action by the Virginia Lottery, which regulates sports betting, or by the Attorney General against Kalshi. A private lawsuit against Kalshi is reported in federal court in Virginia, but it doesn't stop the platform operating.
Is sports betting legal in Virginia?
Yes, online, regulated by the Virginia Lottery. Virginia law prohibits accepting a sports bet from 'a person under the age of 21 years.'
Can I use DraftKings Predictions in Virginia?
Only for non-sports markets. DraftKings and FanDuel don't offer prediction-market sports contracts in states where they run licensed sportsbooks, which includes Virginia.
Sources
- Code of Virginia § 58.1-4040 (sports betting; under-21 prohibition)
- DK Network — DraftKings Predictions available states (July 22, 2026)
- Novig Help Center — Eligibility & legality
- Apple App Store — Polymarket US listing (available in all states except NV)
- DeFi Rate — Virginia prediction market tracker (secondary)
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