ESMA
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Regulated Brokers
Country
European Union
Jurisdiction
European Union
Tier
Tier 1
Highest level of investor protection with strict capital requirements and segregated client funds.
Max Leverage
1:30
Maximum retail client leverage under this jurisdiction.
Official Website
esma.europa.eu
The European Securities and Markets Authority sets bloc-wide rules for retail FX, including the 30:1 leverage cap on major currency pairs. ESMA coordinates national EU regulators and issues binding technical standards to ensure consistent investor protection across member states.
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ESMA is classified as a Tier 1 regulator. Highest level of investor protection with strict capital requirements and segregated client funds.
We currently list 0 forex brokers regulated by ESMA. The full list is shown above, sorted by overall trader rating.
ESMA is based in European Union and covers the European Union jurisdiction. As a Tier 1 regulator, it enforces strict capital adequacy, client fund segregation, and compensation schemes, making it one of the safest options for retail traders.
Visit the official ESMA 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 ESMA in European Union. 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.