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Is Mirae Asset Available in 🇺🇸 United States?
No — Mirae Asset is not available in United States
Mirae Asset does not accept new account registrations from United States as of 2026. See alternatives available in United States ↓
Availability last verified: October 2026
Broker availability in 🇺🇸 United States
52 / 341 brokers52 out of 341 brokers in our database accept clients from United States (15% availability). See all available brokers →
Find a broker available in United States
Mirae Asset doesn't accept United States traders — get matched to one that does, by market, style and budget.
Why is Mirae Asset not available in United States?
US clients must be served by CFTC/NFA-regulated brokers. Most international brokers don't hold US licenses due to strict reporting requirements.
Trading regulation in 🇺🇸 United States
Regulator
CFTC & NFA
Max leverage (forex)
1:50 (major pairs), 1:20 (minors)
Max leverage (stocks)
1:4 (day trading), 1:2 (overnight)
Permitted instruments
Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex (limited pairs)
Only CFTC/NFA-registered brokers can legally offer forex to US retail clients. Pattern Day Trader rule requires $25,000 minimum.
Mirae Asset vs alternatives in 🇺🇸 United States
| Regulator | SEBI, SFC | MAS, CySEC |
| Min. deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Max leverage | 5 | 30 |
| Available | ✗ No | ✓ YesOpen Account |
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About Mirae Asset
Regulated by
SEBI, SFC
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Founded
1997
Min. deposit
$0
BrokerRank score
3.69 / 5
Markets
stocks, etf, indices
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is Mirae Asset available in United States?
No — Mirae Asset does not accept clients from United States as of 2026. This is due to regulatory restrictions. Traders from United States should look for brokers that are locally licensed or specifically accept United States clients.
2Why is Mirae Asset not available in United States?
US clients must be served by CFTC/NFA-regulated brokers. Most international brokers don't hold US licenses due to strict reporting requirements.
3What are the best alternatives to Mirae Asset for United States traders?
Brokers we recommend in United States include Plus500. All are verified to accept clients from United States and are regulated by reputable authorities.
4Can I use a VPN to access Mirae Asset from United States?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates Mirae Asset'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 United States?
Yes — forex trading is legal in United States and regulated by CFTC & NFA. The maximum permitted leverage for forex is 1:50 (major pairs), 1:20 (minors). Only brokers licensed in United States or operating under an approved passporting arrangement can legally serve retail clients.
6What leverage is available for traders in United States?
Forex: up to 1:50 (major pairs), 1:20 (minors). Stocks: up to 1:4 (day trading), 1:2 (overnight). These limits are set by CFTC & NFA and apply to all licensed brokers serving United States residents. Only CFTC/NFA-registered brokers can legally offer forex to US retail clients. Pattern Day Trader rule requires $25,000 minimum.
7Which financial instruments can traders in United States access?
Traders in United States regulated by CFTC & NFA can access the following instruments: Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex (limited pairs). Only CFTC/NFA-registered brokers can legally offer forex to US retail clients. Pattern Day Trader rule requires $25,000 minimum.
8Which brokers accept clients from United States?
52 out of 341 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from United States. Recommended options include Plus500. You can see the full list on our United States brokers page.