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Is Firstrade Available in 🇰🇵 North Korea?
No — Firstrade is not available in North Korea
Firstrade does not accept new account registrations from North Korea as of 2026. See alternatives available in North Korea ↓
Availability last verified: April 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 →
Why is Firstrade not available in North Korea?
UN and OFAC sanctions apply. No legitimate broker can operate in North Korea.
Firstrade vs alternatives in 🇰🇵 North Korea
| Regulator | SEC, CFTC | FCA, ASIC |
| Min. deposit | $0 | $1 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max leverage | 2 | 500 |
| Available | ✗ No | ✓ YesOpen Account |
Best brokers available in 🇰🇵 North Korea
These brokers accept clients from North Korea and are regulated by reputable authorities.
- Very low minimum deposit ($1)
- ECN execution available
- FCA and ASIC regulated
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About Firstrade
Regulated by
SEC, CFTC
Headquarters
New York, USA
Founded
1985
Min. deposit
$0
BrokerRank score
3.41 / 5
Markets
stocks, indices
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is Firstrade available in North Korea?
No — Firstrade 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 Firstrade not available in North Korea?
UN and OFAC sanctions apply. No legitimate broker can operate in North Korea.
3What are the best alternatives to Firstrade for North Korea traders?
The top-rated brokers available in North Korea include FxOpen. All are verified to accept clients from North Korea and are regulated by reputable authorities.
4Can I use a VPN to access Firstrade from North Korea?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates Firstrade'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 FxOpen. You can see the full list on our North Korea brokers page.
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