Regulation & Safety · 2026

IC Markets Regulation & Safety 2026

All regulators, license numbers, compensation schemes, and regulatory history for IC Markets as of April 2026.

ESMA Risk Warning

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

Quick Answer

Yes, IC Markets is fully regulated. It holds 3 active licenses from CySEC, ASIC, FSA. Compensation scheme: ICF (Investor Compensation Fund) up to EUR 20,000. Regulation score: 9.2/10.

All Regulators & License Numbers

IC Markets's regulatory framework as of April 2026.

CySEC

Jurisdiction: Cyprus

License No. 362/18

ASIC

Jurisdiction: Australia

License No. 335692

FSA

Jurisdiction: Seychelles

License No. SD018

Compensation Scheme

ICF (Investor Compensation Fund) up to EUR 20,000

This scheme protects eligible clients in the event of broker insolvency. The ceiling applies per client per firm, and coverage is automatic for all qualifying retail clients.

Years Operating Under Current License

IC Markets was founded in 2007 and has been operating for approximately 19 years as of April 2026. Long operational history under active regulation is one of the strongest positive signals of broker trustworthiness.

Regulatory History

Based on publicly available regulatory records as of April 2026, we have identified no material enforcement actions, sanctions, or fines against IC Markets from CySEC, ASIC, FSA. All licenses remain active. Before opening a live account, we recommend cross-checking the current status of each license directly on the respective regulator's official public register.

Client Protection Summary

Negative Balance Protection

Yes — ESMA-mandated for EU retail clients, guaranteeing accounts cannot go below zero.

Segregated Funds

Yes— Client money held in dedicated accounts separate from the broker's operational capital.

ESMA Compliance

Yes — Subject to EU leverage caps, disclosure obligations, and best execution requirements under MiFID II.

Regulatory Score

9.2 / 10 — Our regulation dimension score, updated quarterly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is IC Markets regulated?

Yes, IC Markets is regulated by 3 authorities: CySEC (Cyprus, License 362/18); ASIC (Australia, License 335692); FSA (Seychelles, License SD018). IC Markets is fully ESMA-compliant for EU clients.

What is IC Markets's license number?

IC Markets holds the following licenses: CySEC license 362/18, ASIC license 335692, FSA license SD018. You can verify each license directly on the respective regulator's public register.

Is IC Markets covered by an investor compensation scheme?

Yes. IC Markets participates in the ICF (Investor Compensation Fund) up to EUR 20,000. In the unlikely event of broker insolvency, eligible EU clients are covered for losses arising from broker failure up to the scheme's per-client ceiling.

Has IC Markets been fined or sanctioned?

Based on publicly available regulatory records as of April 2026, IC Markets has no material history of enforcement actions or sanctions from CySEC, ASIC, FSA. All licenses remain active. We recommend checking the current status directly on each regulator's website before opening an account.

Does IC Markets have top-tier regulation?

Yes, IC Markets holds at least one top-tier license from: ASIC. Top-tier regulators apply stricter capital, operational, and reporting requirements than second-tier authorities.

How long has IC Markets been operating?

IC Markets was founded in 2007 and has been operating for approximately 19 years. Long operational history under active regulation is a positive signal for trust and stability.

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CFD Risk Warning

This website is for informational purposes only. The content does not constitute investment advice. Trading leveraged products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. EU retail leverage limits apply (ESMA): up to 30:1 on major FX pairs, 20:1 on minor FX, 20:1 on major indices, 10:1 on commodities, 5:1 on equities, 2:1 on crypto.