Not all licenses are created equal. Use our verifier to understand exactly what protection (if any) you have based on your broker's regulatory authority.
Choose the regulator your broker claims to hold a license with.
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Regulators like the FCA (UK), ASIC (Australia), and NFA/CFTC (US).
These authorities mandate segregated client funds, frequent audits, and strict capital requirements. You are highly protected against broker insolvency or fraud.
Regulators like CySEC (Cyprus) and FSCA (South Africa).
They provide decent oversight and are a common choice for brokers operating in the EU. However, complaint resolution can be slower and less strictly enforced than Tier 1.
Locations like St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG), Vanuatu, or Seychelles.
These jurisdictions require almost zero capital and offer no client protection. If an offshore broker refuses to process your withdrawal, you have absolutely zero legal recourse.