Is Kalshi legal in Maryland?
Maryland regulators moved to restrict Kalshi's sports event contracts; sports markets are reported restricted.
What it means for NFL trading in Maryland
Because of the action above, Kalshi's NFL and other sports markets may be unavailable in Maryland as of June 2026. Do not assume you can trade them here: open the Kalshi app and let it show you what is available for your location before funding anything.
Background on Kalshi
Kalshi is the first CFTC-regulated US exchange for event contracts, which is why it can list markets nationally as financial instruments rather than as state-licensed bets. That same structure is what some state regulators are challenging for sports. For more, see is Kalshi legit? and the full state-by-state tracker.
Frequently asked
Is Kalshi legal in Maryland?
Kalshi is a federally regulated exchange, but as of June 2026 its sports event contracts are reported restricted in Maryland. Maryland regulators moved to restrict Kalshi's sports event contracts; sports markets are reported restricted. Confirm in the app before funding.
Can I trade the NFL on Kalshi in Maryland?
Possibly not right now. With sports contracts reported restricted in Maryland, NFL markets may be unavailable. The Kalshi app will show you what you can access for your location.
How do I check Kalshi availability in Maryland?
Open the Kalshi app or website and start a sign-up for your Maryland location: it will display which markets, including sports, are available to you. That in-app check is more current than any third-party tracker.
Other states
18+. General information compiled from public reporting, not legal advice. Status varies and changes frequently; confirm in the Kalshi app before funding. Contains an affiliate link to Kalshi. Last updated June 2026.