Regulation & Safety · 2026

OANDA Regulation & Safety 2026

All regulators, license numbers, compensation schemes, and regulatory history for OANDA 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, OANDA is fully regulated. It holds 3 active licenses from FCA, ASIC, NFA. Compensation scheme: FSCS up to GBP 85,000 (UK entity). Regulation score: 9.2/10.

All Regulators & License Numbers

OANDA's regulatory framework as of April 2026.

FCA

Jurisdiction: UK

License No. 542574

ASIC

Jurisdiction: Australia

License No. 412981

NFA

Jurisdiction: USA

License No. 0325821

Compensation Scheme

FSCS up to GBP 85,000 (UK entity)

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

OANDA was founded in 1996 and has been operating for approximately 30 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 OANDA from FCA, ASIC, NFA. 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 OANDA regulated?

Yes, OANDA is regulated by 3 authorities: FCA (UK, License 542574); ASIC (Australia, License 412981); NFA (USA, License 0325821). OANDA is fully ESMA-compliant for EU clients.

What is OANDA's license number?

OANDA holds the following licenses: FCA license 542574, ASIC license 412981, NFA license 0325821. You can verify each license directly on the respective regulator's public register.

Is OANDA covered by an investor compensation scheme?

Yes. OANDA participates in the FSCS up to GBP 85,000 (UK entity). 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 OANDA been fined or sanctioned?

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

Does OANDA have top-tier regulation?

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

How long has OANDA been operating?

OANDA was founded in 1996 and has been operating for approximately 30 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.