Basic eligibility
CUSP is a DFSA-regulated investment platform designed for individual investors.
You can open a CUSP account if you:
Are 18 years or older
Hold a valid government-issued ID
(showing your full name, nationality, and expiry date)Have an active mobile number and email address for verification
Are not a resident or tax resident of a restricted country
Note: CUSP currently supports individual accounts only.
Corporate, business, joint, and institutional accounts are not available at this time.
U.S. Eligibility Restrictions
We currently can’t open accounts for:
U.S. citizens
U.S. residents
U.S. tax residents
We’ll share updates if this changes in the future.
Residency-based restrictions
You cannot open a CUSP account if you are currently a resident or tax resident of any of the countries below:
Afghanistan | Albania | Belarus |
Bosnia and Herzegovina | Brazil | Burundi |
Canada | Côte d’Ivoire | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
Cuba | Indonesia | Iran |
North Korea | Liberia | Libya |
Myanmar (Burma) | North Macedonia | Russian Federation |
Serbia | Somalia | South Sudan |
Sudan | Syria | Ukraine |
Venezuela | Yemen |
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Important to know
Eligibility depends on residency, nationality, and global regulatory requirements
Some applications may require additional documentation e.g proof of address
Eligibility rules may change due to global regulatory or sanctions updates outside of CUSP’s control
All applications are reviewed in line with applicable regulations to maintain a safe and compliant investment environment.