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DFSA

Dubai Financial Services Authority - Regulator for the Dubai International Financial Centre.

Definition

DFSA (Dubai Financial Services Authority) is the independent regulator of financial services in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). It's considered a reputable regulator with standards comparable to major financial centers.

How It Works

Regulates firms within DIFC free zone only
Risk-based regulatory approach
Requires minimum capital and segregated client funds
Not as strict as FCA but more credible than offshore

Trading Tips

DFSA regulation applies only to DIFC-based operations

Check if broker's DFSA license covers retail forex

Different from UAE Central Bank (which regulates rest of UAE)

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