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The Capital Market Commission (SCMN)

Montenegro
Montenegro
Regulated by Government of Montenegro
Introduction

The Capital Market Commission of Montenegro (SCMN) is the financial regulatory authority responsible for supervising Montenegro’s securities and capital markets, including forex and CFD brokers, investment firms, and financial intermediaries. As a candidate country for European Union accession, Montenegro aligns many of its financial regulations with MiFID II principles, though implementation and enforcement may vary in practice.

 

The Capital Market Commission of Montenegro (SCMN) oversees a growing financial sector that includes forex and CFD brokers. While not yet under ESMA jurisdiction, SCMN is moving toward regulatory alignment with the EU. Investors should verify broker licenses directly through SCMN and choose firms with strong internal compliance practices.

Leverage limits
  • Not formally aligned with ESMA leverage caps, but brokers may adopt similar limits
  • Risk disclosures, margin call procedures, and suitability assessments are required
Responsibilities & role in forex trading
  • Licenses and supervises investment firms offering forex, CFDs, and derivative products
  • Enforces market conduct rules, transparency obligations, and basic investor protections
  • Publishes a register of licensed entities and warning lists for unauthorized brokers
  • Coordinates with regional and European bodies for financial compliance alignment
How to verify regulation?
  1. Visit the SCMN Website
  2. Navigate to the Register of Licensed Investment Firms
  3. Search by company name or license number
Frequently asked questions
Details

Country

Montenegro

Established

2000

Customer support

Contact

+382 20 220 250

Complaint channels

Complaint bodies

Capital Market Commission of Montenegro (SCMN), Agency for the Prevention of Corruption of Montenegro – for broader financial misconduct

Hotline

+382 20 220 250

Complaint email

info@scmn.me

Financial instruments regulated
  • Forex
  • Options
  • Derivatives
  • Last updated on: April 07, 2025