TL;DR: 1 BestProps-listed firm currently publishes a complete restriction for U.S. residents. FXIFY is the only profile in the reviewed set that met BestProps’ full firm-level standard on August 8, 2026. Firms that still serve U.S. traders through another platform, market, or program are excluded rather than presented as fully restricted.
This is a restricted-firm list. Firms that currently accept the United States residents are not included. Product-only limits and live-account-only limits are not counted as complete bans.
Prop firms that do not accept the United States traders
Every name below has a current first-party policy that explicitly names the United States. Country rules can change without notice, so open the linked policy again before paying an evaluation fee.
| Prop firm | Market | What the policy says | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FXIFY | Forex and CFD | FXIFY does not establish accounts for residents of the United States. | Official policy |
Restricted futures prop firms in the United States
BestProps did not verify a complete futures restriction from a current first-party policy. A firm will be added only after its own policy explicitly names the United States.
Restricted forex prop firms in the United States
1 verified forex or CFD firm is in the complete restriction set. Firms with more than one market appear in each relevant section.
- FXIFY
Restricted crypto prop firms in the United States
BestProps did not verify a complete crypto restriction from a current first-party policy. A firm will be added only after its own policy explicitly names the United States.
Why prop firms restrict the United States traders
Many online lists overcount U.S. restrictions by treating MetaTrader unavailability as a firm-wide ban. AudaCity Capital, FundedNext, Maven Trading, The5ers, and other reviewed profiles provide an alternate platform or route for at least some U.S. traders, so they do not belong in a complete restricted-firm list.
U.S. derivatives, retail forex, brokerage, and payments rules can shape the products and platforms a company is willing to offer. That does not make every simulated evaluation a regulated brokerage account, and it does not justify calling a firm restricted unless its own current policy fully excludes U.S. residents.
U.S. day trading rules and registration checks
The CFTC advises customers to check whether a person or company is registered before trading commodity futures, options, retail forex, or other derivatives. A prop evaluation seller may describe its activity as simulated and educational, so users should understand exactly which legal entity sells the evaluation and whether any later stage involves a registered broker or futures commission merchant.
FINRA’s new intraday margin framework took effect on June 4, 2026, with a transition period for member firms. It replaces the former pattern day trader framework with risk-based intraday margin requirements for customers trading securities in margin accounts. Those brokerage rules do not automatically govern a simulated prop evaluation, but they matter when comparing a prop program with day trading in a personal securities account.
Futures prop programs commonly depend on a U.S. futures commission merchant, exchange data, and platforms such as Tradovate or Rithmic. Forex and CFD firms may instead change platforms for U.S. customers. Crypto prop programs have another set of service-provider and state-law questions. A restriction in one market should not be copied to all three.
A U.S. trader should identify whether an account is simulated, whether any trades reach a live market, who holds customer money, and which company owes a reward. The balance displayed in an evaluation is not the same as cash or securities held in a protected brokerage account.
Keep the agreement, fee receipt, rule version, payout statement, and tax forms. Ask a qualified tax professional how evaluation rewards and expenses apply to the trader’s facts, and never treat a firm’s marketing label as a substitute for checking its registration and contract.
- CFTC registration and background checker
- CFTC retail forex customer advisory
- FINRA 2026 intraday margin requirements
- SEC day trading risk bulletin
What the United States traders should check before checkout
- Confirm that both citizenship and residence are eligible.
- Check the evaluation, simulated funded, live-funded, and payout rules separately.
- Use your real address and identity documents. A VPN does not change KYC eligibility.
- Confirm the payout provider supports your country and expected currency.
- Save a dated copy of the policy and checkout terms before paying.
- Confirm local foreign-exchange, tax, securities, and crypto rules with a qualified professional.
the United States prop firm restrictions FAQ
How many prop firms restrict traders from the United States?
BestProps verified 1 current firms with a complete restriction affecting at least one market covered on this page.
Does a restricted country always block the evaluation purchase?
Most policies on this page block new accounts or platform access. Some firms also consider citizenship, travel location, payout access, or the live-account stage, so the official policy remains the final source.
Are partial country limits included in the main list?
No. A firm that still allows an evaluation, simulated funded account, or payouts is not counted as completely restricted merely because its live-account path or one platform is unavailable.
Can a VPN make a restricted trader eligible?
No. Firms verify identity, residence, payment details, and login patterns. Concealing location can lead to account closure, payout denial, or loss of fees.
Are prop firm payouts treated like local brokerage gains?
Not necessarily. Evaluation payouts may be contractual or business income rather than gains from securities held in a brokerage account. Ask a local tax professional and keep complete records.
When did BestProps check these country policies?
The official sources on this page were checked on August 8, 2026. Recheck them immediately before purchase because firms and service providers can change eligibility lists.
