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Is Bitfinex Available in 🇪🇸 Spain?
No — Bitfinex is not available in Spain
Bitfinex does not accept new account registrations from Spain as of 2026. See alternatives available in Spain ↓
Availability last verified: October 2026
Broker availability in 🇪🇸 Spain
147 / 341 brokers147 out of 341 brokers in our database accept clients from Spain (43% availability). See all available brokers →
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Trading regulation in 🇪🇸 Spain
Regulator
CNMV (Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores) + ESMA
Max leverage (forex)
1:30
Max leverage (stocks)
1:5
Permitted instruments
Forex, CFDs, Stocks, ETFs, Options
Spain applies ESMA leverage caps. CNMV has its own blacklist of unauthorised entities operating in Spain.
Bitfinex vs alternatives in 🇪🇸 Spain
| 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 | ✗ No | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account |
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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 Spain?
No — Bitfinex does not accept clients from Spain as of 2026. This is due to regulatory restrictions. Traders from Spain should look for brokers that are locally licensed or specifically accept Spain clients.
2Why is Bitfinex not available in Spain?
Bitfinex has chosen not to accept clients from Spain, likely due to local regulatory requirements or compliance decisions. Brokers sometimes exclude certain countries to limit regulatory overhead.
3What are the best alternatives to Bitfinex for Spain traders?
Brokers we recommend in Spain include Bybit, XT.com, HTX. All are verified to accept clients from Spain and are regulated by reputable authorities.
4Can I use a VPN to access Bitfinex from Spain?
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.
5Is forex trading legal in Spain?
Yes — forex trading is legal in Spain and regulated by CNMV (Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores) + ESMA. The maximum permitted leverage for forex is 1:30. Only brokers licensed in Spain or operating under an approved passporting arrangement can legally serve retail clients.
6What leverage is available for traders in Spain?
Forex: up to 1:30. Stocks: up to 1:5. These limits are set by CNMV (Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores) + ESMA and apply to all licensed brokers serving Spain residents. Spain applies ESMA leverage caps. CNMV has its own blacklist of unauthorised entities operating in Spain.
7Which financial instruments can traders in Spain access?
Traders in Spain regulated by CNMV (Comisión Nacional del Mercado de Valores) + ESMA can access the following instruments: Forex, CFDs, Stocks, ETFs, Options. Spain applies ESMA leverage caps. CNMV has its own blacklist of unauthorised entities operating in Spain.
8Which brokers accept clients from Spain?
147 out of 341 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from Spain. Recommended options include Bybit, XT.com, HTX. You can see the full list on our Spain brokers page.