Securities and Futures Bureau (SFB)
The Securities and Futures Bureau (SFB) is the main division of Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) responsible for regulating the securities and derivatives markets, including futures brokers, derivatives dealers, and financial service providers. While the SFB does not directly oversee retail spot forex trading, it supervises forex derivatives, futures contracts, and risk disclosures associated with financial products offered in Taiwan.
The Securities and Futures Bureau (SFB) plays a vital role in regulating Taiwan’s forex-linked derivatives market, ensuring investor safety, product transparency, and risk control. For legal forex exposure, traders should use SFB-supervised brokers and verify licenses through official channels.
- Leverage limits are enforced for retail FX margin trading via brokers
- Brokers must assess risk tolerance, obtain written consent, and disclose loss potential
- High-risk forex products require special approval and investor qualification
- Supervises futures brokers and derivatives dealers offering FX-related products
- Ensures investor protection, product suitability, and disclosure compliance
- Regulates margin FX trading through authorized institutions
- Coordinates with TPEx and TAIFEX for market stability
- Visit the FSC/SFB website
- Use the broker search or licensing section to verify registration status
- Confirm if the broker is approved for FX derivatives or futures trading
Advantages
- Comprehensive regulation of derivatives and FX futures
- Strong investor protection through mandatory risk disclosures
- Transparent supervision across financial products
- Coordination with TPEx, TAIFEX, and FSC divisions
Limitations
- Spot forex not directly regulated by SFB
- Forex CFDs are limited to qualified investors
- Cross-border brokers may still target local traders without full compliance
Country
Taiwan
Established
2004
Contact
+886 2 8968 0899
Complaint bodies
Securities and Futures Bureau (SFB), Financial Ombudsman Institution (FOI)
Hotline
+886 2 8968 0899
Complaint email
Last updated on: March 28, 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.