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Is FXCM Available in 🇫🇷 France?
Partly — FXCM accepts clients in France, with limits
Accounts are opened through FXCM EU Ltd (CySEC, Cyprus). EU clients served via FXCM EU Ltd (CySEC). Subject to ESMA leverage caps and product restrictions.
Availability last verified: September 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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| Regulator | FCA, ASIC | FCA, SEC | FCA, CySEC | SEC, MAS |
| Min. deposit | $50 | $0 | $100 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0.2 pips | 0.5 pips | 1 pips | 0.2 pips |
| Max leverage | 400 | 1 | 500 | 4 |
| Available | ✓ Yes | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account |
Why choose FXCM in 🇫🇷 France?
Min. deposit
$50
Spread from
0.2 pips
Max leverage
400
BrokerRank score
3.66 / 5
- Trading Station proprietary platform
- Automated trading support
- 25+ years of industry experience
- Low spreads on major pairs
- Regulated by FCA & ASIC — 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 top brokers available in 🇫🇷 France
Comparing FXCM with other brokers available to France traders.
- FDIC-insured USD balances
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- No commissions on spreads
- FCA, ASIC and CySEC regulated
- Islamic accounts available
- Advanced tools for professional traders
- Access to 150+ markets in 33 countries
- Very low commissions
- FCA regulated with strong reputation
- Supports MT4, MT5, and own platform
- Negative balance protection
About FXCM
Regulated by
FCA, ASIC
Headquarters
London, UK
Founded
1999
Min. deposit
$50
BrokerRank score
3.66 / 5
Markets
forex, cfd, indices
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is FXCM available in France?
FXCM accepts clients from France, but not without limits. Accounts are opened through FXCM EU Ltd (CySEC, Cyprus). EU clients served via FXCM EU Ltd (CySEC). Subject to ESMA leverage caps and product restrictions.
2What are the best alternatives to FXCM for France traders?
The top-rated brokers available in France include Coinbase, ForTrade, Interactive Brokers. All are verified to accept clients from France and are regulated by reputable authorities.
3Can I use a VPN to access FXCM from France?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates FXCM'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. The top-rated options include Coinbase, ForTrade, Interactive Brokers. You can see the full list on our France brokers page.