VanguardFirst
We checked VanguardFirst against the AskCheck register. It has been reported (2026) and carries the red flags below. Treat it with extreme caution.
Why it’s flagged
What we found
VanguardFirst claims to hold certificates from both the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the US Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). However, our search of the official FCA register yielded no results associated with VanguardFirst, indicating it lacks authorization to operate in the UK. Although we located an entity named VanguardFirst Limited within the FinCEN system, it is critical to note that this MSB registration does not equate to a valid financial regulatory license. FinCEN registration is primarily for anti-money laundering purposes and does not provide oversight for forex trading activities. VanguardFirst effectively operates without proper authorization or supervision. Therefore, VanguardFirst appears to be a scam.
Assessment source: FastBull BrokersView.
What to do next
- Stop sending money. Don’t make another deposit, pay a “tax” or “release fee”, or share remote-access to your device.
- Gather your evidence. Save statements, chat logs, transaction IDs and the wallet addresses you paid to.
- Report it to your regulator and to local police / action-fraud line so it’s on the official record.
- Add your report here so the next person searching this name is warned — report VanguardFirst.
- Verify on the register. Cross-check the full entry on the SentFunds register before you trust anyone offering to help.