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Is Bitfinex Available in 🇫🇷 France?
Yes — Bitfinex is available in France
Bitfinex accepts clients from France. Regulated by FSA.
Availability last verified: October 2026
Broker availability in 🇫🇷 France
148 / 341 brokers148 out of 341 brokers in our database accept clients from France (43% availability). See all available brokers →
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Bitfinex vs alternatives in 🇫🇷 France
| Regulator | FSA | FMA, SCA | FSA | FSA |
| Min. deposit | $10000 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0.1 pips | 0.1 pips | 0 pips | 0.1 pips |
| Max leverage | 10 | 100 | 125 | 200 |
| Available | ✓ Yes | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account |
Why choose Bitfinex in 🇫🇷 France?
Min. deposit
$10000
Spread from
0.1 pips
Max leverage
10
BrokerRank score
3.54 / 5
- Lending market for passive income
- Advanced order types
- Margin trading up to 10x
- Deep liquidity for large orders
- Regulated by FSA — legally available to France residents under AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers) + ESMA
Trading conditions in 🇫🇷 France
Regulated by AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers) + ESMA. Max forex leverage: 1:30. Permitted instruments: Forex, CFDs, Stocks, ETFs, Options. France follows ESMA leverage caps. The AMF actively publishes a blacklist of unauthorised brokers (liste noire).
Other recommended brokers available in 🇫🇷 France
Comparing Bitfinex with other brokers available to France traders.
- Copy trading feature
- Competitive derivatives trading
- Clean and intuitive interface
- Competitive fees
- Spot and derivatives trading
- 700+ trading pairs
- Large crypto selection (600+ tokens)
- Long track record since 2013
- Derivatives and spot trading
About Bitfinex
Regulated by
FSA
Headquarters
Hong Kong
Founded
2012
Min. deposit
$10000
BrokerRank score
3.54 / 5
Markets
crypto
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is Bitfinex available in France?
Yes — Bitfinex accepts clients from France. The broker is regulated by FSA. You can open a live account directly through their website.
2What are the best alternatives to Bitfinex for France traders?
Brokers we recommend in France include Bybit, XT.com, HTX. All are verified to accept clients from France and are regulated by reputable authorities.
3Can I use a VPN to access Bitfinex from France?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates Bitfinex's terms of service and can result in account closure or frozen funds. It also leaves you without regulatory protection. We strongly recommend using a broker that is properly licensed to serve your country.
4Is forex trading legal in France?
Yes — forex trading is legal in France and regulated by AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers) + ESMA. The maximum permitted leverage for forex is 1:30. Only brokers licensed in France or operating under an approved passporting arrangement can legally serve retail clients.
5What leverage is available for traders in France?
Forex: up to 1:30. Stocks: up to 1:5. These limits are set by AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers) + ESMA and apply to all licensed brokers serving France residents. France follows ESMA leverage caps. The AMF actively publishes a blacklist of unauthorised brokers (liste noire).
6Which financial instruments can traders in France access?
Traders in France regulated by AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers) + ESMA can access the following instruments: Forex, CFDs, Stocks, ETFs, Options. France follows ESMA leverage caps. The AMF actively publishes a blacklist of unauthorised brokers (liste noire).
7Which brokers accept clients from France?
148 out of 341 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from France. Recommended options include Bybit, XT.com, HTX. You can see the full list on our France brokers page.