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Is Bitfinex Available in 🇰🇵 North Korea?
No — Bitfinex is not available in North Korea
Bitfinex does not accept new account registrations from North Korea as of 2026. See alternatives available in North Korea ↓
Availability last verified: June 2026
Broker availability in 🇰🇵 North Korea
17 / 340 brokers17 out of 340 brokers in our database accept clients from North Korea (5% availability). See all available brokers →
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Find my matchWhy is Bitfinex not available in North Korea?
UN and OFAC sanctions apply. No legitimate broker can operate in North Korea.
Bitfinex vs alternatives in 🇰🇵 North Korea
| Regulator | FSA | FSA |
| Min. deposit | $10000 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0.1 pips | 0.1 pips |
| Max leverage | 10 | 100 |
| Available | ✗ No | ✓ YesOpen Account |
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About Bitfinex
Regulated by
FSA
Headquarters
Hong Kong
Founded
2012
Min. deposit
$10000
BrokerRank score
3.47 / 5
Markets
crypto
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is Bitfinex available in North Korea?
No — Bitfinex does not accept clients from North Korea as of 2026. This is due to regulatory restrictions. Traders from North Korea should look for brokers that are locally licensed or specifically accept North Korea clients.
2Why is Bitfinex not available in North Korea?
UN and OFAC sanctions apply. No legitimate broker can operate in North Korea.
3What are the best alternatives to Bitfinex for North Korea traders?
The top-rated brokers available in North Korea include KuCoin. All are verified to accept clients from North Korea and are regulated by reputable authorities.
4Can I use a VPN to access Bitfinex from North Korea?
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.
5Which brokers accept clients from North Korea?
17 out of 340 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from North Korea. The top-rated options include KuCoin. You can see the full list on our North Korea brokers page.