Find brokers regulated in your region
We track top forex brokers across 6 regions worldwide. Pick yours below to see who's regulated where you trade, and what protections you get.
Regions
Australia
Tier-1 regulated by ASIC with strong investor protections. Home to Pepperstone, IC Markets, and other top global brokers.
18 brokers regulated here
New Zealand
FMA-regulated brokers offer unique advantages including no leverage cap. BlackBull Markets headquartered in Auckland.
8 brokers regulated here
United Kingdom
Globally respected FCA oversight with FSCS protection up to GBP 85,000 per client. Home to IG, CMC, City Index, and others.
14 brokers regulated here
European Union
EU-passported brokers under CySEC, BaFin, AMF, and others. Standardised retail protections across 27 countries.
16 brokers regulated here
Singapore
MAS regulation is among Asia's strictest. Lower retail leverage caps, strong AML, and reliable execution.
6 brokers regulated here
Malaysia
Labuan-regulated brokers offering Asia-Pacific clients access to leveraged forex and CFD products.
5 brokers regulated here
Why your region matters
Investor protection
Tier-1 regulators (FCA, ASIC, FMA, MAS) require segregated client funds, capital adequacy, and dispute resolution.
Leverage caps
Most regions cap retail leverage at 30:1. New Zealand is a notable exception with no statutory cap.
Cross-border access
Some brokers accept clients globally even when not locally regulated. Always check the entity you're signing up under.
FAQ
Can I use a broker not regulated in my country?
Often yes - many brokers accept clients from countries where they don't hold a local license, registering you under an offshore entity (e.g. Seychelles, Vanuatu, BVI). The tradeoff is weaker legal protections if something goes wrong. We list each broker's licensing footprint so you can see exactly which entity you'd be signing up under.
Which region's regulation is strongest?
There's no single answer. The FCA (UK) has the highest compensation scheme at GBP 85,000 per client via FSCS. ASIC (Australia) and MAS (Singapore) have the strictest capital and operational requirements. CySEC (EU) provides ICF protection up to EUR 20,000. FMA (NZ) is reputable but the smaller financial system means fewer formal compensation schemes. Most reputable brokers hold multiple top-tier licenses in parallel.
Why does New Zealand have unlimited retail leverage?
The FMA does not impose a statutory leverage cap, unlike ASIC, FCA, and CySEC which all cap retail forex at 30:1. NZ-licensed brokers (often Seychelles or NZ entities) typically offer 200:1 to 500:1. This is a feature for experienced traders but a serious risk for beginners - leverage cuts both ways.