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Regulated Brokers
Country
United Arab EmiratesJurisdiction
United Arab Emirates
Tier
Tier 2
Regulated jurisdiction with established oversight, though with fewer investor protections than Tier 1.
Max Leverage
1:50
Maximum retail client leverage under this jurisdiction.
Official Website
sca.gov.ae
The UAE's Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) has been rebranded as the Capital Market Authority (CMA). The CMA is the federal regulator for the UAE's capital markets outside the financial free zones. CMA-licensed brokers are authorised to offer securities and derivatives services to UAE residents on the mainland, complementing the DFSA (DIFC) and FSRA (ADGM) frameworks that govern free-zone activity.
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Check a broker's licence status directly on CMA's public register.
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CMA is classified as a Tier 2 regulator. Regulated jurisdiction with established oversight, though with fewer investor protections than Tier 1.
We currently list 2 forex brokers regulated by CMA. The full list is shown above, sorted by overall trader rating.
CMA is based in United Arab Emirates and covers the United Arab Emirates jurisdiction. As a Tier 2 regulator, it provides meaningful oversight, though traders should also verify whether a broker holds an additional Tier 1 licence for added protection.
Visit the official CMA website and use their public register or licence verification tool. Enter the broker's registered name or licence number to confirm its status. This is the most reliable way to check a broker's regulatory standing.
Compensation availability depends on the specific rules of CMA in United Arab Emirates. Tier 1 regulators typically operate investor compensation schemes covering a portion of client funds. Check the regulator's official guidance for current limits and eligibility criteria.