For brokers
Submit verification materials, follow each review status, and build a shareable public profile when approved.
ABOUT IFSA
Setting the standard for financial integrity
We make broker verification clear, structured, and auditable—helping firms demonstrate compliance and giving the public better information before they engage.
OUR MISSION
Trust should be built on evidence.
IFSA exists to make broker verification simple, transparent, and auditable. We provide a structured workflow that helps brokers demonstrate compliance while giving the public a trusted directory of verified financial institutions.
By combining document review, official-domain confirmation, phone verification, and comprehensive audit trails, we reduce impersonation risks and improve market transparency.
For traders and investors
Browse regulated firms, review verification outcomes, and confirm official contact channels before engaging.
For compliance teams
Review applications consistently, provide clear feedback, and maintain traceable audit records.
HOW WE BUILD TRUST
Clear standards at every step
Our process is designed to make verification outcomes understandable for firms, reviewers, and the public.
01
Verification, not marketing
Brokers submit identity and business documents, confirm official domain ownership, and verify phone numbers. We focus on provable facts—not promotional claims.
02
Clear status transparency
Each verification step has a visible status so users can assess progress quickly and brokers know where they stand.
03
Complete auditability
Broker and administrative actions are recorded with timestamps to support traceability and consistent oversight.
04
Public verification profiles
Approved brokers receive a public profile highlighting verification outcomes, official contact channels, and compliance status.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply for regulation, verify a broker, or speak with our team.