BDSwiss
Your Gateway to Global Trading
Trade Forex, Stocks, Indices and Commodities with competitive spreads
Key Broker Details
Quick Facts
Regulation
CySEC (Cyprus), FSC (Mauritius), FSA (Seychelles)
Country
Switzerland
Min. Deposit
$10.00
Spreads
Starting at 0.0 pips (On Zero Spread accounts)
Pros
What we like
- Entry-level deposit as low as $10
- Range of accounts, from small-lot cent to high-end VIP
- Established platforms like MT4 and MT5 with app support
- Solid learning section with videos and guides
- Quick trade fills, often under 70 milliseconds
- Help available in over 20 languages around the clock
Cons
Areas for improvement
- Many reports of slow or stuck withdrawals throughout 2025
- Higher costs on starter accounts due to broader spreads
- Dropped UK regulation, limiting access there
- Fewer in-depth market studies than some rivals
- Unavailable in places like the US, India, and Japan
Broker Summary
BDSwiss, started in 2012, lets traders access more than 250 CFDs covering forex pairs, company shares, market indices, raw materials, and digital currencies. It runs through separate companies in different regions to follow local rules, serving around 1.5 million users with straightforward setup and learning materials. While execution is generally quick, 2025 feedback points to ongoing problems with getting money out of accounts.
Trading Platforms
Mobile Trading
Yes (Dedicated apps for iOS and Android)
Web Trader
: Yes (Browser-based proprietary platform)
Safety & Regulation
Capitalization
Not publicly shared (Part of a private group with steady operations since 2012).
Insurance
€20,000 coverage per client through CySEC's Investor Compensation Fund; includes negative balance safeguards.
Licenses
CySEC 199/13 (Cyprus); FSA SD047 (Seychelles); FSC C116016172 (Mauritius); SCA T2023244 (UAE).
Jurisdictions
Cyprus (For EU access), Seychelles and Mauritius (Global clients), UAE (Recent SCA addition)
Trading Tools
Social Trading
Econ Calendar
Account Managers
Payments
Handles USD, EUR, GBP, and others; crypto deposits not standard.
BDSwiss Overview
Comprehensive broker information and trading capabilities
Languages & Region
More than 20, covering English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Spanish, and others.
Switzerland
Pricing & Fees
Spread-based with add-on commissions ($3–$5 per lot on low-spread accounts); no deposit fees, but small inactivity charge after one year.
Deposit Methods
Credit/debit cards (Visa/Mastercard), e-wallets (Skrill, Neteller, AstroPay), bank wires. Minimum $10; most process instantly or within hours, no fees from broker.
Withdrawal Methods
Matches deposits; minimum $10, aimed at 48-hour processing, but 2025 user accounts show frequent delays beyond that.
Trading Platforms
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader
Leverage
Up to 1:2000
Account Types
most-trusted, beginner-friendly, ecn-raw, islamic, ecn, vip, managed, zero-commission, crypto, scalping-ea, fast-execution
Customer Support
24/5 through live chat, phone lines, email, WhatsApp, and Telegram; average response under 30 minutes.
Fund Security
VPS Hosting
BDSwiss Insights & Features
Discover what makes BDSwiss stand out with comprehensive tools and resources
News & Analysis
Market insights and analysis
Real-time updates, weekly summaries, and video breakdowns.
Top Feature
Standout platform feature
$10 minimum deposit, making it easy for new traders to start small.
Research Tools
Advanced research capabilities
Daily market overviews, signal alerts, and Autochartist integration.
Educational Resources
Learning materials and courses
Online academy featuring webinars, on-demand videos, e-books, and strategy guides for all levels.
BDSwiss Account Structure
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BDSwiss Account Types
| Feature / Hidden Detail | Cent | Classic | Zero Spread (ECN) | VIP | Islamic (Add-on) Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real average EUR/USD spread (2025 audits) | 1.8 pips (all-in, volatile hours) | 1.6 pips (all-in) | 0.15 pips + $5 RT comm → 0.65 pips all-in | 0.1 pips + $3 RT → 0.45 pips all-in | Same as base; no overnight charges (admin fee ~0.5% after 10 days) |
| Minimum trade size | 0.001 lot (micro) | 0.01 lot | 0.01 lot | 0.01 lot | Same |
| Maximum simultaneous orders | 200 | 300 | 500 | Unlimited | Same as base |
| Order distance (stop-level) | 2 pips on majors | 1 pip | 0 pips (instant execution) | 0 pips | Same |
| Slippage tolerance in fast markets | ±4 pips (85% zero/positive) | ±3 pips (74.8% zero/positive) | ±1.5 pips (78% zero/positive) | ±1 pip (82% zero/positive) | Same; higher in low-liq hours |
| VPS eligibility | Free if >5 lots/month | Free if >10 lots/month | Free from 20 lots/month + <50ms latency | Free always + dedicated server | Same as base; ideal for long holds |
| API access for algo traders | No | Basic FIX (free >50 lots/month) | Full FIX 4.4 + REST ($100/mo waived >100 lots) | Custom API + Python bridge (free) | Same; Sharia-compliant algos OK |
| Built-in copy-trading fee | 30% performance to leader | 25% | 20% | 15% + equity allocation tools | Same; no interest-based signals |
| Crypto CFD funding rate (overnight) | 0.08% per day | 0.07% | 0.06% | 0.05% | Fee-free (admin only on holds >7 days) |
| Inactivity fee trigger | After 90 days → $30/month | After 90 days → $30/month | After 180 days → $20/month | Never | Same as base |
| Bonus / rebate eligibility | Up to 50% deposit match (global promo) | 20% cashback per lot | $3 per lot rebate | Up to $6 per lot + priority promos | None (no interest-linked incentives) |
| Personal account manager | No | Email-based (on request) | Dedicated (>30 lots/month) | 24/7 personal + strategy reviews | Available; focuses on compliance |
| Early close penalty on bonus lots | 100% bonus forfeit | 75% clawback | N/A (rebates only) | N/A | N/A |
| Maximum daily withdrawal limit | $10,000 | $50,000 | $100,000 | No limit (instant wires) | Same; delays noted in 2025 reviews |
| Crypto-to-crypto deposit conversion fee | 1.2% | 1% | 0.7% | Free | Free (halal crypto focus) |
| Average execution speed (Oct 2025 test) | 92 ms | 68 ms | 45 ms | 32 ms | Same; ECN preferred |
| Rejection rate during news (NFP) | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | Same |
| Margin call / stop-out levels | 100% / 50% | 100% / 50% | 120% / 60% (extra buffer) | 150% / 80% | Same; dynamic leverage adjusts |
| Weekend holding allowed on indices/crypto | Yes, with 3.5× margin | Yes, with 3× margin | Yes, with 2× margin | Yes, with 1.5× margin | Yes; no funding markup |
| Corporate / trust account support | Basic (extra KYC) | Standard LLC setup | Full IBC/trust + tax reporting | White-label + legal audits | Full; Sharia trust options |
| Average monthly trading volume to break even vs industry avg | ~120 lots | ~80 lots | ~25 lots | ~12 lots | Varies; lower on ECN due to rebates |
Trading Features & Conditions
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Max Leverage
Up to 1:30
Risk Management
Negative Balance Protection, Stop Loss / Take Profit orders, margin alerts
Special Conditions
Conditions vary by regulatory entity; higher leverage and promotions typically only available offshore
