Where Can You Trade With 1:500 Leverage? Global Leverage Map
64 brokers offer 1:500+ leverage, but your access depends on where you live. We mapped leverage limits across 340 brokers and every major regulator to show what's actually available in 2026.
64 of 340 brokers offer leverage of 1:500 or higher, available only outside EU/UK/US jurisdictions. EU/FCA brokers are capped at 1:30 for retail forex clients under ESMA rules. Average maximum leverage across all brokers: 191:1. The global maximum is 1:3000 (offshore brokers).
See full leverage map belowKey Findings
- 64 brokers offer leverage of 1:500 or higher — only available outside EU/UK/AU/US jurisdictions.
- EU-regulated brokers are capped at 1:30 for major forex pairs under ESMA rules.
- Australian (ASIC) brokers allow up to 1:500; US (CFTC) limits leverage to 1:50 on major pairs.
- Average maximum leverage across all 340 brokers analyzed: 191:1.
- Some offshore-regulated brokers advertise leverage exceeding 1:1000, with a maximum of 1:3000.
64
Offer 1:500+
1:191
Average Leverage
1:3000
Highest Found
340
Brokers Analyzed
Leverage Limits by Jurisdiction
Regulatory caps on retail forex leverage. These are maximums — brokers may offer less.
| Region | Regulator | Max Leverage | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | CFTC | 1:50 | Majors only; 1:20 minors |
| European Union | ESMA / CySEC | 1:30 | Majors; 1:20 minors, 1:2 crypto |
| United Kingdom | FCA | 1:30 | Same as EU since 2018 |
| Australia | ASIC | 1:30 | Since March 2021 |
| Japan | JFSA | 1:25 | Strictest major market |
| Singapore | MAS | 1:50 | For accredited investors: higher |
| South Africa | FSCA | No cap | Brokers set their own limits |
| Offshore (Seychelles) | FSA | No cap | Up to 1:3000 available |
| Offshore (Vanuatu) | VFSC | No cap | Up to 1:1000+ available |
Leverage Distribution Across 340 Brokers
Most brokers cap at 1:30 or less (stock/crypto platforms). High leverage is concentrated among forex/CFD brokers.
Average Leverage by Regulator
Average maximum leverage offered by brokers under each regulator.
Brokers With the Highest Leverage (2026)
Top 10 brokers by maximum available leverage. High leverage = high risk.
Warning: High leverage significantly increases the risk of rapid losses. Most retail traders lose money with leveraged products. Only trade with money you can afford to lose.
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Methodology
Maximum leverage data was collected from 340 broker websites and account specifications. Where brokers offer multiple account types or entities with different leverage, we recorded the highest available to retail clients.
Regulatory caps are based on current published rules. Some brokers offer higher leverage through offshore entities even when their primary regulation caps it lower — we recorded the maximum available regardless of entity.
Cite This Research
— BrokerRank Research, Global Leverage Map 2026. brokerrank.net/research/global-leverage-map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum forex leverage available?
The highest leverage we found is 1:3000, offered by brokers like FBS and AMarkets through offshore entities. However, leverage above 1:500 is only available through offshore-regulated brokers — all major regulators cap leverage at 1:30 to 1:50.
Which countries allow 1:500 leverage?
1:500+ leverage is primarily available through brokers regulated in offshore jurisdictions (Seychelles, Vanuatu, Belize) or South Africa (FSCA). Traders in the EU, UK, Australia, and Japan are limited to 1:25–1:30 by local regulation, though they can access offshore entities.
Is high leverage dangerous?
Yes. While high leverage amplifies profits, it equally amplifies losses. A 1:500 position means a 0.2% adverse move wipes out your entire margin. This is why regulators in major markets have capped retail leverage — studies show higher leverage correlates with higher client loss rates.
How many brokers offer 1:500+ leverage in 2026?
64 out of 340 brokers in our database offer leverage of 1:500 or higher. Most of these are forex/CFD brokers with offshore entities, even if their primary regulation is in the EU or UK.
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BrokerRank. "Where Can You Trade With 1:500 Leverage? Global Leverage Map." BrokerRank, 2026. https://brokerrank.net/research/global-leverage-map