Can I Use eToro Overseas?

Written by Mike Druttman

Reviewed by Nadav Zelver

If you're using eToro while temporarily abroad, logging in from a supported country is usually in the clear. But access from a restricted or blacklisted location can trigger account freezes, requests for extra paperwork, and in some cases, forced position closures.

Here’s an actual account from a Reddit user:

“…if you log in from a country that your account isn’t registered at and is not on the ‘approved’ list, it’s an instant demand to close your positions within 5 days or they'll force close…”

Source: reddit.com

eToro does not run in jurisdictions it has blocked. Traveling? Be ready to confirm where you are and who you are. Moving for good? Be prepared for a possible account freeze or shutdown.

Using the eToro Visa Debit Card Overseas

Got the eToro Visa debit card? You’re fine. It works anywhere Visa does: online or at an ATM.

Quick checks before you trade abroad

• Make sure your country of residence is officially supported by eToro.
• Open and register your account while inside that country.
• If you travel, expect the occasional identity check or flagged IP.
• Never log in from a blocked region. Do it, and you risk account suspension or forced position closures.
• If you have the Visa debit card, you’re good to go wherever Visa is accepted.

If you’re planning to stay abroad for a while, here’s what I’d do instead: check eToro’s current support list first. If you’re just passing through, get ready for the usual ID checks. Once that’s sorted, using eToro overseas works fine. Just don’t treat it like a VPN loophole.