Why regulation matters
A licensed broker must meet capital, reporting and conduct requirements set by its regulator, and follow anti-money-laundering and client-verification rules.
Mercato Brokers licensing
Mercato Brokers operates under a licence from the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Mauritius and is a registered company in St. Lucia, with an office in Dubai.
- ◆ FSC Mauritius licence: SEC-2.1B
- ◆ St. Lucia company registration: 2026-00545
- ◆ KYC and AML procedures on every account
How to verify a forex broker
Never rely on a logo alone. Check the regulator's public register yourself.
- ◆ Find the licence number on the broker's website
- ◆ Search it on the regulator's official register
- ◆ Confirm the company name and website match
- ◆ Read the client agreement and risk disclosures
Warning signs of unregulated brokers
Be cautious of guaranteed profits, pressure to deposit quickly, missing licence numbers, or withdrawal conditions that are not written down.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mercato Brokers regulated?
Yes. Mercato Brokers is licensed by the FSC Mauritius under licence SEC-2.1B and registered in St. Lucia under number 2026-00545.
What does a regulated forex broker mean?
It means the broker holds a licence from a financial authority and must follow its rules on capital, conduct, reporting and client verification.
Where can I read Mercato's legal documents?
All client agreements, policies and risk disclosures are published on our Legal page in 10 languages.
Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Only trade with money you can afford to lose.