Confirm country availability
The first question is whether the broker accepts residents of your country and which legal entity would serve the account. Availability can differ by jurisdiction and can change over time.
Check regulatory information
Look for the exact legal entity, licence and regulator. Do not treat a regulatory logo alone as proof. Use the FTB country guides as a starting point, then verify current information with the relevant regulator and provider.
Compare total trading costs
Look beyond headline spreads. Consider commissions, overnight financing, deposit and withdrawal charges, currency conversion and any other relevant account fees. The FTB comparison tool is designed to organize these fields.
Test the platform and support
Check whether the platform you need is available, whether order types and risk controls are suitable, and whether support is accessible in your region. After research, you can use the FTB Broker Finder to build a shortlist.
Trading forex, CFDs and crypto can involve substantial risk. This article is educational information, not personal financial advice or a guarantee of results.