Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC)
The Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) is the government agency responsible for regulating non-banking financial services in Vanuatu. It offers offshore licenses to forex brokers, investment firms, and financial service providers. Due to its light-touch regulatory framework, VFSC is often chosen by brokers seeking fast licensing and fewer compliance obligations.
The Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) provides a fast and affordable licensing framework for offshore forex brokers, but offers minimal investor protection and regulatory oversight. Traders should always verify a broker’s license on the VFSC website and consider using Tier-1 regulated brokers for stronger safeguards.
- Issues Securities Dealer Licenses to firms offering forex and CFD trading
- Oversees company registration, fit-and-proper person tests, and basic compliance
- Requires minimal ongoing reporting and enforcement compared to Tier-1 regulators
- Visit the VFSC Company Registry
- Use the public search tool to look up the broker by name or registration number
- Confirm license status, type, and validity
Country
Vanuatu
Established
1993
Contact
+678 22247
Complaint bodies
Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC), Local legal counsel – for civil dispute resolution
Hotline
+678 22247
Complaint email
Last updated on: April 07, 2025
High Risk Warning : Please note that foreign exchange and other leveraged trading involves significant risk of loss. It is not suitable for all investors and you should make sure you understand the risks involved, seeking independent advice if necessary.