OctaFX
Your Gateway to Global Trading
Trade Forex, Stocks, Indices and Commodities with competitive spreads
Key Broker Details
Quick Facts
Regulation
CySEC (Cyprus), FSCA (South Africa), FSA (Seychelles), FSC (Mauritius)
Country
Vincent
Min. Deposit
$25.00
Spreads
From 0.6 pips (average 0.7 pips on EUR/USD) – Competitive for majors.
Pros
What we like
- Low spreads from 0.6 pips with zero commissions
- High leverage up to 1:1000 with negative balance protection
- 300+ assets including forex, crypto, indices & stocks
- User-friendly OctaTrader app with AI tools
- Fast same-day deposits & withdrawals
- 24/7 multilingual support and 50% deposit bonus
Cons
Areas for improvement
- Not available in the USA or certain restricted regions due to regulations.
- Elevated spreads on some non-forex assets like indices and oil.
- Limited advanced research tools compared to premium brokers like IG.
- High leverage poses risks for inexperienced traders (stop-out at 50%).
- Occasional user reports of payment method changes affecting withdrawals.
Broker Summary
Octa is a multi-regulated forex and CFD broker offering 300+ instruments, spreads from 0.6 pips, and up to 1:1000 leverage. Perfect for beginners and pros in 2025 with copy trading, swap-free options, and global access via MT4/MT5.
Trading Platforms
Mobile Trading
Yes – OctaTrader app for iOS/Android with full platform integration.
Web Trader
Yes – Browser-based OctaTrader for seamless access.
Safety & Regulation
Capitalization
$50M+ (Backed by 12+ years, 42M+ accounts, $33M+ bonuses paid).
Insurance
Yes – Negative balance protection; EU clients up to €20,000 via ICF.
Licenses
CySEC (License 372/18) for EU clients with investor compensation up to €20,000.FSCA (License 51913) for South African operations.FSC (Registration C186509) for Mauritius-based international trading.FSA (Seychelles) and MISA (Mwali) for offshore high-leverage access.(Verify via official registers for 2025 compliance; EU entity offers strongest protections.)
Jurisdictions
Cyprus (EU), Mauritius, South Africa, Seychelles, Mwali – Offices in Hong Kong, Indonesia, and global reach in 180+ countries.
Trading Tools
Social Trading
Econ Calendar
Account Managers
Payments
Visa, Mastercard, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoin, Ethereum – Instant funding for 20+ global gateways.
OctaFX Overview
Comprehensive broker information and trading capabilities
Languages & Region
English, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, Indonesian, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese – 10+ for Asian/global users.
Vincent
Pricing & Fees
Spread-only (no commissions); No inactivity/swap fees on standard holds.
Deposit Methods
Credit/Debit Cards (Visa/Mastercard), E-Wallets (Skrill, Neteller), Bank Wire Transfer, Cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, USDT, 10+ options).
Withdrawal Methods
Same as deposits: Processed same-day for e-wallets/crypto; 1-3 days for wires. Broker covers all fees (third-party may apply).
Trading Platforms
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader
Leverage
Up to 1:1000
Account Types
Standard Accounts, Islamic Account, ECN Accounts, Copy Trading Accounts, VIP Accounts, Raw Account, Micro Accounts
Customer Support
24/7 via Live Chat, Email (support@octafx.com), WhatsApp/Phone; Response <1 min.
Fund Security
VPS Hosting
OctaFX Insights & Features
Discover what makes OctaFX stand out with comprehensive tools and resources
News & Analysis
Market insights and analysis
Real-time feeds, weekly outlooks, volatility alerts for 300+ assets.
Top Feature
Standout platform feature
Swap-Free Trading with 1:1000 Leverage & AI-Powered OctaVision – Streamline Analysis for 2025 Scalpers and Copiers.
Research Tools
Advanced research capabilities
Daily market ideas, Autochartist signals, sentiment analysis.
Educational Resources
Learning materials and courses
Comprehensive: Webinars, video courses, beginner guides, live sessions.
OctaFX Account Structure
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OctaFX Account Types
| Feature | MT4 Account | MT5 Account | OctaTrader Account | Islamic / Swap-Free Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | USD 25 (OctaFX) | USD 25 (OctaFX) | USD 25 (OctaFX) | Same (you take one of above + choose swap-free) (wikifx.com) |
| Spread (from) | From ~0.6 pips (floating spread, includes markup) (wikifx.com) | ~0.6 pips (wikifx.com) | ~0.6 pips (OctaFX) | Same spread; swap fees removed (no overnight interest) (FXclicks) |
| Max Leverage | Forex: up to 1:1000; some other assets less (metals, indices etc) (OctaFX) | Same: up to 1:1000 (OctaFX) | Same (OctaFX) | Same as the live account it's based on (FXclicks) |
| Number / Variety of Instruments | Forex + metals, energies, indices, cryptocurrencies; does not include stocks/intraday assets (in some regions) (OctaFX) | Much bigger: includes stocks, intraday assets etc besides what MT4 has (OctaFX) | Similar to MT4 plus maybe crypto etc; OctaTrader slightly more limited re: stocks/intraday vs MT5 (OctaFX) | Same instruments as your chosen live account (FXclicks) |
| Min / Max Order Size | Minimum: 0.01 lot; Maximum: ~200 lots per order in MT4 per region (OctaFX) | Min: 0.01 lot; Max: ~500 lots in MT5 (OctaFX) | Min: 0.01 lot; Max: ~50 lots (OctaFX) | Same as the live account selected (FXclicks) |
| Demo Account / Practice | ✔ available, mirrors live conditions (wikifx.com) | ✔ same as above (wikifx.com) | ✔ same (wikifx.com) | Demo + swap-free only for real accounts (not really relevant for demo) (FXclicks) |
| Commission Fees | No commission; cost built into spreads and markup (OctaFX) | Same, no commission (wikifx.com) | Same (OctaFX) | Same (just swap-free) (FXclicks) |
| Other Features / Conditions | Hedging, scalping allowed; market execution; margin call / stop out levels of ~25% / 15% (OctaFX) | Same features plus more instruments; more advanced features on MT5 (OctaFX) | Similar to MT4 but somewhat simpler interface; may lack some stock/intraday features present in MT5 (OctaFX) | As above, but no swaps; meant for religious compliance (FXclicks) |
Trading Features & Conditions
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Max Leverage
1:1000 (Forex; 1:200 crypto, 1:400 indices/metals/commodities; 1:30 in EU)
Risk Management
Stop Loss, Take Profit, Trailing Stops, Hedging Allowed, Negative Balance Protection, EAs/Algotrading Support
Special Conditions
NDD/STP execution (<0.01s); Scalping/hedging/EA friendly; No inactivity fees
Frequently Asked Questions
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