🏆 Tier 1
Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
📍 Australia
92
/100
Trust Score
ASIC is Australia's corporate, markets and financial services regulator.
📋 Key Facts
| Full Name | Australian Securities and Investments Commission |
| Country | Australia |
| Established | 1991 |
| Trust Tier | Tier 1 |
| Brokers Regulated | 18 |
📊 Requirements
| Minimum Capital | AUD 1,000,000 |
| Compensation Scheme | No specific scheme |
| Retail Leverage | 1:30 |
| Pro Leverage | 1:500 |
| Segregated Funds | ✓ Required |
| Negative Balance Protection | ✓ Yes |
✅ Advantages
- Strong regulatory framework
- Transparent operations
- Active enforcement
⚠️ Considerations
- No compensation scheme
- Leverage restrictions since 2021
🔑 Key Features of ASIC Regulation
Mandatory segregation of client funds
Product intervention powers
🏢 ASIC-Regulated Brokers
18 brokers in our database are regulated by ASIC.
🔗 Other Tier 1 Regulators
✅ How to Verify a ASIC License
1
Get the License Number
Find the broker's ASIC license number on their website (usually in the footer).
2
Visit the Official Register
Go directly to ASIC's official register. Never use links provided by the broker.
3
Search & Verify
Search by company name or license number. Confirm the license is active and covers forex/CFD services.
4
Check for Clone Firms
Verify the website URL matches exactly what's on the official register. Scammers copy legitimate broker details.