Forex Regulators Directory
Not all regulators are equal. We break down which financial authorities actually protect traders and what their licenses mean for you.
Top-tier regulators with strict capital requirements, segregated funds, compensation schemes, and strong enforcement. Your money is best protected here.
Reputable regulators with solid frameworks and decent oversight. Not as strict as Tier 1 but still offer meaningful client protections and compliance standards.
Lighter regulatory requirements with fewer client protections. Higher leverage is common, but dispute resolution and fund safety nets are weaker or absent.
Tier 1 Regulators
Tier 2 Regulators
SCA
United Arab Emirates
Securities and Commodities Authority
ADGM
United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi)
Abu Dhabi Global Market Financial Services Regulatory Authority
DFSA
United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
Dubai Financial Services Authority
CBB
Bahrain
Central Bank of Bahrain
FSCA
South Africa
Financial Sector Conduct Authority
CMA Kenya
Kenya
Capital Markets Authority (Kenya)
Offshore Regulators
FSA
Seychelles
Financial Services Authority (Seychelles)
CIMA
Cayman Islands
Cayman Islands Monetary Authority
VFSC
Vanuatu
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission
FSC Mauritius
Mauritius
Financial Services Commission (Mauritius)
SCB
Bahamas
Securities Commission of The Bahamas
IFSC
Belize
International Financial Services Commission
Not sure which regulation matters?
Our guide explains what to look for in a broker's regulation and why it directly affects the safety of your funds.
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