Accredited investors are a category of investors who are considered legally eligible to invest in certain types of financial instruments. Thus they have the possibility to participate in investment opportunities reserved for professional investors. This status is reserved for individuals or entities with a high level of financial knowledge and experience. But also those who have the significant financial capacity to bear the risks associated with investments. In this article, we will explore what accredited investors are, who can become one, the pros and cons of this status. Furthermore, we will explore the tools accredited investors can access, and how one can become an accredited investor in various countries around the world.