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NFA is the industrywide, self-regulatory organization for the U.S. derivatives industry, providing innovative and effective regulatory programs.
About NFA 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 ensure Members meet their regulatory responsibilities.
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.
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.
Registration and Membership The Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) requires certain firms and individuals that conduct business in the derivatives industry to register with the CFTC. CFTC regulations also require, with few exceptions, CFTC registered firms to be NFA Members. The CFTC has delegated registration responsibility to NFA.
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The adoption of appropriate standards with respect to such training, experience and other qualification requirements as NFA deems necessary and appropriate to insure the fitness of Members and Associates; the development and administration of written proficiency examinations of Members and Associates; and, with the approval of the Commission, the administration of the registration of Members ...