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Where Is Pocket Option Legal? Banned & Supported Countries

Peter Emmanuel Chijioke
Written by:
Peter Emmanuel Chijioke
Dan Blystone
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Chinmay Soni
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Updated:
June 04, 2026
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For residents of this country (United States), Pocket Option is not available and does not accept clients. Below are the top three highest-rated brokers available there in 2026 — the best alternatives to consider.

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Pocket Option Available Countries List

Note! We regularly update the information about Pocket Option regional restrictions. However, the broker’s access policy may change from time to time. For the most up-to-date details, please contact Pocket Option customer support directly.

According to publicly accessible information and the broker’s regional guidelines, the following countries are where Pocket Option currently provides its services: flag India flag United Kingdom flag Indonesia flag Poland flag Spain flag France flag Nigeria flag Malaysia flag Ukraine flag Brazil flag Italy flag South Africa flag Pakistan flag Afghanistan flag Albania flag Algeria flag Angola flag Argentina flag Armenia flag Australia flag Austria flag Azerbaijan flag Bahamas flag Bahrain flag Bangladesh flag Belarus flag Bolivia flag Botswana flag Brunei flag Bulgaria flag Cambodia flag Cameroon flag Chile flag China flag Colombia flag Congo flag Costa Rica flag Cote d'Ivoire flag Croatia flag Cuba flag Cyprus flag Czechia flag DR Congo flag Denmark flag Dominican Republic flag Ecuador flag Egypt flag El Salvador flag Estonia flag Eswatini flag Ethiopia flag Finland flag Georgia flag Ghana flag Greece flag Haiti flag Hong Kong flag Hungary flag Iran, Islamic republic flag Iraq flag Ireland flag Israel flag Jamaica flag Japan flag Jordan flag Kazakhstan flag Kenya flag Korea flag Kuwait flag Kyrgyzstan flag Laos flag Latvia flag Lebanon flag Lesotho flag Libya flag Lithuania flag Luxembourg flag Madagascar flag Malta flag Mauritius flag Mexico flag Moldova flag Mongolia flag Montenegro flag Morocco flag Mozambique flag Myanmar flag Namibia flag Nepal flag Netherlands flag New Zealand flag North Macedonia flag Norway flag Oman flag Palestine flag Panama flag Papua New Guinea flag Paraguay flag Peru flag Philippines flag Portugal flag Puerto Rico flag Qatar flag Reunion flag Romania flag Rwanda flag Saudi Arabia flag Serbia flag Singapore flag Slovakia flag Slovenia flag Somalia flag Sri Lanka flag Sweden flag Switzerland flag Syria flag Taiwan flag Tajikistan flag Tanzania flag Thailand flag Trinidad and Tobago flag Tunisia flag Turkey flag UAE flag Uganda flag Uruguay flag Uzbekistan flag Venezuela flag Vietnam flag Yemen flag Zambia flag Zimbabwe

Note!

Although Pocket Option holds a Tier-3 license, this level of regulation involves limited investor protection. Consequently, some countries may restrict the broker’s operations. The information above is compiled from publicly available information provided by the broker.

Pocket Option Restricted Countries List

Note! We regularly update the information about Pocket Option regional restrictions. However, the broker’s access policy may change from time to time. For the most up-to-date details, please contact Pocket Option customer support directly.

According to publicly accessible information and the broker’s regional guidelines, the following countries are where Pocket Option currently does not provide its services: flag United States flag Canada flag Germany flag Belgium

In addition, Pocket Option — like most international brokers — does not offer services in countries or territories subject to international sanctions or included on the FATF high-risk list.

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In Which Countries is Pocket Option Regulated? Is Pocket Option Safe?

Pocket Option is a Tier-3 regulated broker, authorized by regulators in offshore or less strict jurisdictions. Such licenses allow operational flexibility but offer limited investor protection compared to Tier-1 or Tier-2 authorities.

The table below presents details about Pocket Option regulatory framework and the countries of registration.

Pocket Option countries of regulation
MISA (Mwali) MISA (Mwali) The Mwali International Services Authority (MISA) is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing financial services and licensing in the autonomous island of Mwali (Mohéli) in the Comoros Union. MISA regulates a variety of financial institutions, including forex brokers, insurance companies, and other financial entities, ensuring compliance with international standards. It also facilitates the registration of International Business Companies (IBCs) and other regulated entities.
Full Name Mwali International Services Authority Country The Comoros Protection Fund No specific fund Regulation level Tier-3

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  • Another key factor is the FATF (Financial Action Task Force) list of high-risk and sanctioned jurisdictions. Most reputable brokers block account openings from countries on the FATF grey or black list, such as North Korea, Iran, and Myanmar. This policy is not a matter of discrimination but compliance with international anti-money-laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist-financing (CTF) standards. Clients residing in these regions are typically required to verify eligibility through additional documentation or may be refused service altogether.

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Peter Emmanuel Chijioke is a professional personal finance, Forex, crypto, blockchain, NFT, and Web3 writer and a contributor to the Traders Union website. As a computer science graduate with a robust background in programming, machine learning, and blockchain technology, he possesses a comprehensive understanding of software, technologies, cryptocurrency, and Forex trading.

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Dan Blystone began his trading career in 1998 as an arbitrage clerk on the floor of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). He later traded bond and Eurex futures at proprietary firms such as Altea Trading, gaining valuable experience in high-frequency trading and risk management.

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Chinmay Soni is a financial analyst with more than 5 years of experience in working with stocks, Forex, derivatives, and other assets. As a founder of a boutique research firm and an active researcher, he covers various industries and fields, providing insights backed by statistical data.

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