E8 Markets Restricted Countries: Complete 2026 List

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E8 Markets maintains one of the longer restricted country lists in the prop trading industry. As of April 2026, over 30 countries are fully banned, and another 10+ face product-specific restrictions that limit which E8 account types they can purchase.

The restrictions exist primarily for regulatory compliance and, in some cases, because of repeated product misuse from certain regions. I've compiled the full list from E8's help center and terms of service, cross-referenced with what traders in these countries report.

Fully Restricted Countries (No E8 Markets Access)

As of April 2026, traders from these countries cannot create or use any E8 Markets account:

Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Belarus, Burundi, Central African Republic, Crimea (Ukraine), Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Guam, Iran, Iraq, Kenya, Kosovo, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Midway Islands, Myanmar (Burma), Nicaragua, North Korea, Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Donetsk (Ukraine), Luhansk (Ukraine), Republic of the Congo, Russia, Samoa, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Vatican City, Venezuela, West Bank, Western Sahara, Yemen, Zambia.

The UAE being on this list surprises many traders. Most prop firms—including FTMO, FundedNext, and Apex—accept UAE residents. If you're based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, E8 Markets is off the table.

Product-Specific Restrictions

These countries can access some E8 products but not all. E8 Markets implemented these restrictions in response to repeated misuse patterns:

Bulgaria, India, Romania, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Taiwan, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Croatia.

The specific products restricted vary by country and change periodically. If you're in one of these countries, check the E8 Markets website directly during checkout to see which accounts are available to you.

How Does E8 Markets Verify Your Country?

E8 Markets uses Veriff as their KYC partner. The verification is automated and typically completes in a few minutes.

Key points:

• Your country is determined by the document you submit, not your IP address or current physical location
• If you're a dual citizen, use the passport from the unrestricted country
• Supported documents vary by country—passport, driver's license, or national ID
• If Veriff rejects your document, you're ineligible for E8 Markets services

You'll need to complete KYC with either Plane (bank transfers) or Rise/Riseworks (crypto payouts) before receiving any payout. If neither provider supports your country's KYC, you can't receive payouts even if you pass the evaluation.

Can You Use a VPN to Bypass E8 Markets Restrictions?

E8 Markets' terms of service don't explicitly address VPN usage for trading access. However, since your country is determined by your KYC document—not your IP—a VPN won't help you bypass the restriction.

If your passport is from a restricted country, you can't complete KYC. Without KYC, you can't receive payouts. Buying an evaluation with a VPN might work technically, but you'll hit a wall at payout time.

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Alternative Prop Firms for Restricted Countries

If E8 Markets restricts your country, consider these alternatives:

Always verify directly with each firm before purchasing—restricted country lists change frequently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the UAE restricted from E8 Markets?

Yes, the United Arab Emirates is on E8 Markets' fully restricted country list as of April 2026. Traders based in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or any other UAE emirate cannot create or use E8 Markets accounts. This is unusual in the prop firm industry, as most competitors accept UAE traders.

Can Indian traders use E8 Markets?

India is on E8 Markets' product-specific restriction list, meaning Indian traders can access some but not all E8 products. The specific accounts available to Indian traders vary and may change. Check E8 Markets' website directly during checkout to see which account types are currently available in India.

Does E8 Markets use IP-based country detection?

E8 Markets determines your country based on the KYC document you submit through their verification partner Veriff, not based on your IP address or current location. If your passport or ID is from a restricted country, you cannot pass KYC regardless of where you're currently located.

Can I use a VPN to access E8 Markets from a restricted country?

Using a VPN will not bypass E8 Markets' country restrictions because verification is document-based through Veriff. Even if you can access the website and purchase an evaluation, you won't be able to complete KYC with a restricted country's documents, which means no payouts.

Why is Pakistan restricted from E8 Markets?

E8 Markets restricts Pakistan as part of their compliance with international sanctions and regulatory requirements. Pakistan appears on most prop firm restricted lists due to regulations around forex trading activity and international financial compliance standards.

What KYC documents does E8 Markets accept?

E8 Markets accepts passports, driver's licenses, and national ID cards through their KYC partner Veriff. Accepted documents vary by country. If your primary document is rejected, E8 Markets suggests trying a different document type. The verification process is automated and typically takes a few minutes.

Can dual citizens from restricted countries use E8 Markets?

Dual citizens can use E8 Markets if they have valid documentation from an unrestricted country. E8 Markets determines eligibility based on the KYC document submitted, not citizenship alone. Submit your passport or ID from the unrestricted country during verification.

Does E8 Markets restrict any US states or territories?

E8 Markets restricts Puerto Rico and Guam from their services. Traders in the 50 US states can access E8 Markets accounts, though US traders are limited to TradeLocker and Match Trader platforms for forex (MT5 and cTrader are restricted for US residents).

How often does E8 Markets update their restricted country list?

E8 Markets updates their restricted country list periodically without a fixed schedule. Product-specific restrictions (like those for India, Romania, Bulgaria) were added in response to repeated misuse patterns. Check E8 Markets' terms of service or help center for the most current list before purchasing.

Can I get a refund if my country becomes restricted after purchase?

E8 Markets' refund policy for newly restricted countries is handled on a case-by-case basis. If your country is added to the restricted list after you've purchased an active evaluation, contact E8 Markets support directly. Ongoing funded accounts may be subject to termination if your country becomes fully restricted.