Players in Vancouver are subject to Washington state gambling laws. Online poker is prohibited in this state. Players should be aware of local gambling laws before playing. As with all residents of Washington, those in Vancouver should review applicable state regulations before participating in real-money online poker.
Key Facts
Online poker in Vancouver falls under Washington state law — prohibited
There are no city-specific online poker regulations in Vancouver; state law governs all online gambling activity
Players physically located in Vancouver are bound by Washington's online poker rules, regardless of where a platform is licensed
Geolocation technology used by licensed operators confirms a player's physical location at the time of play
USDC-based platforms like Powka offer a transparent, low-rake alternative to traditional online poker sites
Play on Powka
Powka is a no-limit Texas Hold'em platform with a 1% rake. Deposits and withdrawals are handled in USDC.