FundedNext Restricted Countries: Full 2026 List + US Trader Rules

Learned the hard way: I've traded FundedNext accounts on both the CFD and Futures side, dealt with KYC from different regions, and helped traders from restricted countries figure out their options. Country restrictions at FundedNext are more nuanced than a simple yes/no list.

I've mapped out every FundedNext rule in my complete FundedNext rules guide. For the full picture, read my complete FundedNext review. For the absolute latest, check FundedNext's website or their help center.

FundedNext restricts access from approximately 20 countries on CFD accounts and 5 countries on Futures accounts as of April 2026. The restrictions aren't identical across both divisions, and several additional countries face allocation caps rather than outright bans.

I get questions about FundedNext country restrictions constantly. Traders from Malaysia, Vietnam, and Pakistan want to know if they're locked out. US traders want to know what they can and can't access. And traders from countries like Slovakia or Ukraine want to understand why their max allocation is capped at $50K when other traders can hold $300K.

This is every restriction FundedNext enforces by country, broken down by CFD versus Futures, allocation limits, US-specific rules, VPN policy, KYC requirements, and alternatives if your country is blocked.

Which Countries Are Fully Restricted From FundedNext CFD?

As of April 2026, FundedNext blocks CFD/Forex account access from these 20 countries:

• Bangladesh
• Myanmar
• Belarus
• North Korea
• Syria
• Grenada
• Chad
• Malaysia
• Belize
• Antigua and Barbuda
• Cape Verde
• Tuvalu
• Vietnam
• Bouvet Island
• Burundi
• Cook Islands
• Eritrea
• Comoros
• Sri Lanka
• Fiji

If you're in any of these countries, you can't create or trade FundedNext CFD accounts. Period. The restriction applies at registration and is enforced again during KYC verification, so even if you somehow get through signup, you'll be blocked when it's time to withdraw.

The list is a mix of sanctioned nations (North Korea, Syria, Belarus), countries with strict financial regulations around CFD products (Malaysia, Vietnam), and smaller nations where FundedNext likely doesn't have the compliance infrastructure to operate (Bouvet Island, Cook Islands, Tuvalu).

Which Countries Are Restricted From FundedNext Futures?

FundedNext's Futures restrictions are much shorter. Only 5 countries are blocked:

• North Korea
• Myanmar
• Belarus
• Iran
• Russia

Notice the difference: Malaysia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the other 15 countries on the CFD restricted list can access FundedNext Futures. If you're in one of those countries, Futures through Tradovate or NinjaTrader is your path into FundedNext.

Iran and Russia appear on the Futures restricted list but not the CFD list. That's unusual but makes sense when you consider that FundedNext Futures operates through US-based exchanges (CME Group), which enforce stricter sanctions compliance than the CFD liquidity providers FundedNext uses.

What Countries Have Limited Allocation at FundedNext?

Eight countries aren't blocked outright but face a $50K maximum allocation cap on FundedNext CFD accounts. As of April 2026, these are:

• Cambodia
• Mongolia
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Taiwan
• Ukraine
• Czech Republic
• Pakistan

The standard maximum allocation at FundedNext is $300K (or $600K with the Double Up add-on). Traders from these 8 countries are capped at $50K total across all funded accounts combined. This means you could run a single $50K account or combine smaller accounts up to that ceiling, but you won't be scaling to $200K or $300K.

FundedNext hasn't publicly explained why these specific countries have reduced caps. Based on what I've seen, it's likely a combination of higher chargeback rates, compliance risk tiers, and historical fraud patterns from those regions. It's not personal, but it does limit your earning potential compared to traders in unrestricted countries.

For traders in Pakistan or Ukraine specifically: the $50K cap still allows you to trade, scale up within that range, and collect payouts. You're not banned. But if you need larger allocations, you'll have to supplement with accounts at other prop firms.

What Are the US-Specific Restrictions at FundedNext?

US traders get access to FundedNext, but with significant limitations on the CFD side. This is a critical section because I get more questions about US restrictions than any other country.

No MT4 or MT5 for US Traders

FundedNext does not offer MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 to US-based traders. This is a MetaQuotes restriction, not a FundedNext decision. MetaQuotes pulled MT4/MT5 access from US prop firms in 2023, and that hasn't changed.

If you're in the US, your CFD platform options are Match-Trader and cTrader only.

Both are solid platforms. Match-Trader runs in a browser and on mobile. cTrader offers desktop, web, and mobile apps. But if your trading setup depends on MT4/MT5 (custom indicators, specific EAs), you can't use them at FundedNext from a US IP.

One important note: EAs and bots are not allowed on cTrader or Match-Trader at FundedNext. Manual trading only. If you relied on automated strategies through MT4/MT5, switching to Match-Trader or cTrader means going manual.

No Free Trial Accounts for US Traders

FundedNext occasionally offers free trial accounts for new traders to test the platform without paying. US traders are excluded from this program entirely. You'll need to buy a challenge account directly if you want to trade at FundedNext from the US.

This isn't unique to FundedNext. Several prop firms restrict free trials from the US because of compliance requirements around financial promotions and consumer protection regulations. It's annoying, but the cheapest entry point for a US trader at FundedNext CFD is the Stellar Lite $5K account.

No Free Monthly Competition Accounts for US Traders

FundedNext runs monthly trading competitions with free entry and cash prizes. US traders can't participate. This is a regulatory precaution around contest and sweepstakes rules in the US, where prize-based competitions involving financial instruments trigger additional compliance requirements.

No Stellar Instant Account for US Traders

The Stellar Instant Account is FundedNext's instant-funding CFD option with no evaluation phase. You pay, you get a funded account immediately with a 6% trailing drawdown and 70% profit share. It's the fastest path to trading real capital at FundedNext.

US traders can't access it.

If you're in the US and want a FundedNext CFD account, your options are Stellar 2-Step, Stellar 1-Step, or Stellar Lite. All three require passing an evaluation before you receive funded capital. The Stellar 1-Step has the shortest path (1 phase, 2 minimum trading days, 10% profit target), but it's still an evaluation. No skip-the-line option exists for US-based CFD traders at FundedNext.

FundedNext Futures Works Normally for US Traders

Here's what matters for most US-based prop traders: FundedNext Futures is fully available with no restrictions. You get access to Tradovate and NinjaTrader, all three challenge types (Rapid, Legacy, Bolt), and the standard allocation limits.

If you're a US trader considering FundedNext, Futures is where you have full access. CFD works too, but you're limited to Match-Trader/cTrader, locked out of instant funding, and can't use automated strategies.

Does FundedNext Allow VPNs?

FundedNext does allow VPN usage, but with strict conditions.

You need a paid VPN service with a dedicated, country-specific IP address. Free VPNs, shared IP addresses, and datacenter IPs that cycle between countries will flag your account. FundedNext cross-references your VPN IP against your KYC documents, and mismatches trigger verification holds.

A private VPS (Virtual Private Server) is also allowed. Some traders run their trading platform on a VPS in a specific location for latency reasons, and FundedNext doesn't prohibit that.

What will get you in trouble:

• Using a VPN to bypass country restrictions. If you're in a banned country and use a VPN to register with a different IP, your KYC documents will still show your actual country. FundedNext will reject the account or freeze it at withdrawal time.
• Switching VPN locations frequently. If you trade from a US IP on Monday and a UK IP on Wednesday, FundedNext's system flags the inconsistency.
• Using free VPN services with rotating, shared IPs. These IPs are on known VPN blocklists.

The bottom line on VPNs: use one if you need it for privacy or latency, but don't try to circumvent geographic restrictions. FundedNext catches this during KYC, and you'll lose your account and any profits.

What Documents Does FundedNext Accept for KYC?

FundedNext requires KYC verification before your first payout. The accepted documents vary slightly depending on your country.

For US Traders

• National ID card
• Passport
• Driving license

For Non-US Traders

• Government-issued ID
• Passport
• Residence permit

FundedNext may also request address verification: a utility bill or bank statement dated within the last 3 months. This isn't always required at initial KYC but can be triggered if your IP location doesn't match your submitted documents or if the compliance team flags your account for review.

KYC processing takes approximately 72 hours for CFD accounts. FundedNext also offers Swift KYC for faster verification, though the exact timeline varies.

For Futures accounts, KYC is separate. Even if you've already completed CFD verification, you'll need to submit documents again for Futures. Processing for Futures KYC is typically 24-48 hours.

How Does the Full Country Restriction Table Look?

Here's every country with any FundedNext restriction, organized by restriction type.