> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.anchored.finance/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.anchored.finance/getting-started/eligibility.md). # Eligibility This page outlines who may subscribe for, acquire, or redeem Anchored tokenized products, and the jurisdictional restrictions that apply Specific eligibility requirements are assessed during the onboarding process. Applicants will be asked to provide documentation confirming their qualifying status as part of KYC/KYB review. ### Who Can Invest in Anchored Finance Products? **Anchored Finance tokenized products are designed for professional and qualified investors**, subject to local laws and Anchored's compliance policies. Our products are primarily intended for non-U.S. and non-China investors who meet specific regulatory definitions in their jurisdictions. Certain individuals and entities are restricted or prohibited from purchasing, holding, or redeeming these tokens due to regulatory, sanctions, or licensing limitations. This page provides a detailed overview of: * Jurisdictions where participation is prohibited * Other compliance-based scenarios that may limit onboarding or use of the platform ### Jurisdictions Where Access Is Prohibited Individuals who reside in, are citizens of, or entities that are incorporated in or primarily operate from any of the jurisdictions listed below ("Prohibited Persons") are not permitted to subscribe for, purchase, or redeem Anchored tokenized products: * Afghanistan * Algeria * Belarus * Canada * China (excluding Hong Kong SAR) * Cuba * Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK / North Korea) * Eritrea * Iran * Libya * Myanmar * Morocco * Nepal * Russia * Somalia * South Sudan * Sudan * Syria * Ukraine regions under sanctions, including Crimea, Donetsk (DNR), Luhansk (LNR), Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Sevastopol * United States — including all states, territories, possessions, and federal districts * Venezuela #### FATF High-Risk Jurisdictions To strengthen our AML/CFT compliance framework, Anchored Finance includes jurisdictions identified by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) as having significant strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regimes. This currently includes the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), Iran, and Myanmar. #### Additional U.S.-related restriction: Persons located in, transacting from, or classified as "U.S. persons" (as defined under Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act), or acting for the benefit of a U.S. person, are prohibited from acquiring or redeeming Anchored tokens. Anchored Finance may also bar participation if doing so would violate sanctions, securities regulations, internal risk policies, or token-issuer governing documents. Entities in which Prohibited Persons hold, directly or indirectly, a controlling interest or 50% or more of the beneficial ownership are treated as prohibited. ### Other Restrictions Anchored Finance also applies compliance screening unrelated to geography. The platform may deny onboarding or block usage for: * Persons or entities subject to sanctions (OFAC, FATF, UN, EU, UK, etc.) * Politically exposed persons (PEPs), where risk cannot be mitigated * Entities engaged in high-risk, unlicensed, or prohibited industries * Users who fail KYC/KYB verification or provide insufficient documentation * Entities controlled by prohibited or sanctioned individuals Certain business categories may also be unsupported depending on risk and licensing requirements. ### Questions or Support If you have questions about eligibility, onboarding requirements, or whether your jurisdiction is supported, please contact our compliance team at: