Broker Requirements Checklist

Regulatory Requirements

• • Valid license from a recognized regulator (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, DFSA, MAS, etc.)
• • Segregation of client funds
• • AML / KYC compliance framework
• • Transparent ownership structure
• • Regular financial reporting

Trading Infrastructure

• • Low-latency execution (< 50ms preferred)
• • Tier‑1 liquidity providers
• • Stable MT4/MT5 or proprietary platform
• • Server redundancy and failover systems
• • Uptime above 99.9%

Pricing & Execution Standards

• • Transparent spreads and commissions
• • No hidden markups
• • Fair execution policy
• • Slippage reporting
• • Clear order‑handling procedures

Operational Requirements

• • 24/5 multilingual support
• • Dedicated account manager
• • Fast onboarding (< 24h)
• • Clear escalation procedures
• • Transparent fee structure

Financial Safety

• • Secure payment gateways
• • Fast withdrawals (same‑day preferred)
• • Negative balance protection
• • Insurance or compensation scheme
• • Risk management framework