🥈 Tier 2
Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA)
📍 UAE
80
/100
Trust Score
DFSA regulates firms in the Dubai International Financial Centre.
📋 Key Facts
| Full Name | Dubai Financial Services Authority |
| Country | UAE |
| Established | 2004 |
| Trust Tier | Tier 2 |
| Brokers Regulated | 1 |
📊 Requirements
| Minimum Capital | $1,000,000 |
| Compensation Scheme | None |
| Retail Leverage | 1:50 |
| Pro Leverage | 1:200 |
| Segregated Funds | ✓ Required |
| Negative Balance Protection | ✓ Yes |
✅ Advantages
- Regional hub status
- Strong framework
- Tax advantages
⚠️ Considerations
- No compensation scheme
- Limited track record
🔑 Key Features of DFSA Regulation
DIFC exclusive
International standards
🔗 Other Tier 2 Regulators
✅ How to Verify a DFSA License
1
Get the License Number
Find the broker's DFSA license number on their website (usually in the footer).
2
Visit the Official Register
Go directly to DFSA'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.