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