NFA is the industrywide, self-regulatory organization for the U.S. derivatives industry, providing innovative and effective regulatory programs. Designated by the CFTC as a registered futures association, NFA strives every day to safeguard the integrity of the derivatives markets, protect investors and ensure Members meet their regulatory ...

To register as an AP and become an NFA Associate Member: The sponsor must designate a Security Manager in order to obtain secure access to NFA's Online Registration System (ORS)

NFA makes available a public listing of current membership counts, as well as password-protected membership directories and a list of exemption notice filings.

NFA develops and enforces rules, provides programs and offers services that safeguard market integrity, and helps Members meet their regulatory obligations. Select a membership category to access regulatory information and resources.

NFA is the industrywide, self-regulatory organization for the U.S. derivatives industry. Designated by the CFTC as a registered futures association, NFA strives every day to safeguard the integrity of the derivatives markets, protect investors and …

Electronic Filing Systems Members should use the systems listed below to meet their regulatory filings requirements. To use NFA's filing systems, firms will need to designate a security manager. To ensure Members are able to access the systems, visit the system requirements page.

This page describes the various types of derivative industry professionals required to register with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and as Members of NFA.

NFA's directories and registries provide information about NFA Members and CFTC registrants, including, among other details, registration and membership status, NFA ID, exemption notice filings, and city, state, province (if applicable) and country.

NFA's Information Center representatives are available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday, to answer Member and investor questions and provide additional information on any NFA-related topic.

BASIC is a free tool that NFA Members and investors can use to research the background of derivatives industry professionals. Whether you are an investor thinking about opening a futures account or an NFA Member contemplating a new business relationship, BASIC can be a …