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FSRA Regulated Forex Brokers 2026

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Financial Services Regulatory Authority (Abu Dhabi Global Market)  ·  UAE - Abu Dhabi Global Market  ·  Est. 2013

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) is the independent financial regulator of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), a financial free zone established on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi. The FSRA was established in 2013 alongside the ADGM and applies regulatory standards aligned with IOSCO principles and international best practices. The FSRA is considered a Tier 1 regional regulator, distinct from and separate to the SCA (which regulates the UAE mainland) and the DFSA (which regulates within the DIFC in Dubai). FSRA-regulated brokers must maintain adequate capital, segregate client funds, and comply with robust AML and conduct requirements. The ADGM has attracted a growing number of international financial institutions, making the FSRA increasingly relevant for traders based in Abu Dhabi and across the UAE.

Regulator Type
Independent statutory authority (ADGM free zone)
Compensation Scheme
No specific retail compensation fund
Jurisdiction
Abu Dhabi Global Market (Al Maryah Island)
Client Fund Segregation
Required
Regulatory Powers
Full enforcement - fines, licence revocation
Passporting
ADGM only; distinct from the UAE CMA (mainland, formerly SCA) and DFSA (DIFC)
Regulatory Register
FSRA register at fsra.adgm.com

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What Is the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (Abu Dhabi Global Market)?

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) is the independent financial regulator of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), a financial free zone established on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi. The FSRA was established in 2013 alongside the ADGM and applies regulatory standards aligned with IOSCO principles and international best practices. The FSRA is considered a Tier 1 regional regulator, distinct from and separate to the SCA (which regulates the UAE mainland) and the DFSA (which regulates within the DIFC in Dubai). FSRA-regulated brokers must maintain adequate capital, segregate client funds, and comply with robust AML and conduct requirements. The ADGM has attracted a growing number of international financial institutions, making the FSRA increasingly relevant for traders based in Abu Dhabi and across the UAE.

How to Verify FSRA Regulation

Before depositing funds with any broker, verify their regulatory status directly on the FSRA official register. Do not rely solely on licence numbers displayed on a broker's website - always cross-check the number against the public register. The official website is listed in the key facts above. Be wary of clone firms that use the names and registration numbers of legitimate brokers to deceive traders. For a full breakdown of all GCC and international regulators, see our GCC Forex Regulation Complete Guide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FSRA and how does it differ from the DFSA?
The FSRA (Financial Services Regulatory Authority) regulates financial services within the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), a financial free zone on Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi. The DFSA regulates within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) in Dubai. Both are Tier 1 UAE regulators but operate in separate jurisdictions. A firm licensed by the FSRA may not operate in the DIFC without a DFSA licence, and vice versa.
Which brokers are FSRA regulated?
The FSRA-regulated broker market is currently smaller than DFSA. The ADGM has attracted institutional and professional-client businesses rather than mass-market retail forex brokers. Check the FSRA public register at fsra.adgm.com for an up-to-date list of authorised firms. Major international retail forex brokers are more commonly regulated under the DFSA, FCA, or ASIC.
How does FSRA regulation protect traders?
FSRA-regulated firms must hold adequate regulatory capital, segregate client funds from company assets, implement AML controls, and meet conduct-of-business standards. The FSRA has enforcement powers including fines and licence revocation. There is no retail compensation scheme equivalent to the UK FSCS, but the regulatory framework provides strong structural protections.
How do I verify FSRA regulation?
Visit the FSRA public register at fsra.adgm.com/public-register and search by firm name. An authorised firm will show its licence category, status, and permitted activities. Always verify directly on the register rather than relying on the broker's own marketing materials.

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