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Broker availability
Is City Index Available in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong?
No — City Index is not available in Hong Kong
City Index does not accept new account registrations from Hong Kong as of 2026. See alternatives available in Hong Kong ↓
Availability last verified: October 2026
Broker availability in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong
136 / 341 brokers136 out of 341 brokers in our database accept clients from Hong Kong (40% availability). See all available brokers →
Find a broker available in Hong Kong
City Index doesn't accept Hong Kong traders — get matched to one that does, by market, style and budget.
Why is City Index not available in Hong Kong?
The SFC requires licensing for Hong Kong retail clients. Most international brokers don't hold SFC licenses.
Trading regulation in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong
Regulator
SFC (Securities and Futures Commission)
Max leverage (forex)
1:50
Max leverage (stocks)
1:10
Permitted instruments
Stocks, Futures, Options, Forex, ETFs
Hong Kong is a major financial centre. SFC regulates all leveraged products. Crypto trading platforms require VASP licensing from 2023.
City Index vs alternatives in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong
| Regulator | MAS, FCA | FCA, ASIC | MAS, CySEC | MAS, ASIC |
| Min. deposit | $0 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Spread from | 0.5 pips | 0.6 pips | 0.6 pips | 0.9 pips |
| Max leverage | 200 | 500 | 30 | 400 |
| Available | ✗ No | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account |
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About City Index
Regulated by
MAS, FCA
Headquarters
London, UK
Founded
1983
Min. deposit
$0
BrokerRank score
4.06 / 5
Markets
forex, stocks, indices
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is City Index available in Hong Kong?
No — City Index does not accept clients from Hong Kong as of 2026. This is due to regulatory restrictions. Traders from Hong Kong should look for brokers that are locally licensed or specifically accept Hong Kong clients.
2Why is City Index not available in Hong Kong?
The SFC requires licensing for Hong Kong retail clients. Most international brokers don't hold SFC licenses.
3What are the best alternatives to City Index for Hong Kong traders?
Brokers we recommend in Hong Kong include FxPro, Plus500, AvaTrade. All are verified to accept clients from Hong Kong and are regulated by reputable authorities.
4Can I use a VPN to access City Index from Hong Kong?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates City Index'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 Hong Kong?
Yes — forex trading is legal in Hong Kong and regulated by SFC (Securities and Futures Commission). The maximum permitted leverage for forex is 1:50. Only brokers licensed in Hong Kong or operating under an approved passporting arrangement can legally serve retail clients.
6What leverage is available for traders in Hong Kong?
Forex: up to 1:50. Stocks: up to 1:10. These limits are set by SFC (Securities and Futures Commission) and apply to all licensed brokers serving Hong Kong residents. Hong Kong is a major financial centre. SFC regulates all leveraged products. Crypto trading platforms require VASP licensing from 2023.
7Which financial instruments can traders in Hong Kong access?
Traders in Hong Kong regulated by SFC (Securities and Futures Commission) can access the following instruments: Stocks, Futures, Options, Forex, ETFs. Hong Kong is a major financial centre. SFC regulates all leveraged products. Crypto trading platforms require VASP licensing from 2023.
8Which brokers accept clients from Hong Kong?
136 out of 341 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from Hong Kong. Recommended options include FxPro, Plus500, AvaTrade. You can see the full list on our Hong Kong brokers page.