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Broker availability
Is Kraken Available in 🇮🇷 Iran?
No — Kraken is not available in Iran
Kraken does not accept new account registrations from Iran as of 2026. See alternatives available in Iran ↓
Availability last verified: October 2026
Broker availability in 🇮🇷 Iran
20 / 341 brokers20 out of 341 brokers in our database accept clients from Iran (6% availability). See all available brokers →
Find a broker available in Iran
Kraken doesn't accept Iran traders — get matched to one that does, by market, style and budget.
Why is Kraken not available in Iran?
OFAC sanctions restrict financial services to Iran. All international brokers are legally required to exclude Iran.
Kraken vs alternatives in 🇮🇷 Iran
| Regulator | CFTC, FCA | FSA |
| Min. deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0.2 pips | 0 pips |
| Max leverage | 5 | 125 |
| Available | ✗ No | ✓ YesOpen Account |
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About Kraken
Regulated by
CFTC, FCA
Headquarters
San Francisco, USA
Founded
2011
Min. deposit
$0
BrokerRank score
4.28 / 5
Markets
crypto
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is Kraken available in Iran?
No — Kraken does not accept clients from Iran as of 2026. This is due to regulatory restrictions. Traders from Iran should look for brokers that are locally licensed or specifically accept Iran clients.
2Why is Kraken not available in Iran?
OFAC sanctions restrict financial services to Iran. All international brokers are legally required to exclude Iran.
3What are the best alternatives to Kraken for Iran traders?
Brokers we recommend in Iran include XT.com. All are verified to accept clients from Iran and are regulated by reputable authorities.
4Can I use a VPN to access Kraken from Iran?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates Kraken'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 Iran?
20 out of 341 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from Iran. Recommended options include XT.com. You can see the full list on our Iran brokers page.