AvaTrade Review 2026
AvaTrade is a long-running CFD broker with ASIC, Central Bank of Ireland, FSA Japan, FSCA and ADGM-related coverage.
- 66 / 100
- Compliant
- Ireland
- ASIC
- CySEC
- FSCA
- BVI FSC
- Central Bank of Ireland
- FFAJ
- FSA Japan
- FSRA / ADGM
- Min. Deposit
- $100
- Max. leverage
- 1:400
- Spread From
- 0.9 pip
- Commission
- $0
- Trading platforms
- MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, AvaTradeGO, WebTrader and AvaOptions.
Key features
- Long operating history since 2006
- AvaOptions for options-style workflows
- Fixed/standard spread style pricing
- Wide regional regulatory coverage
Regional coverage
Broad regional coverage for EU, Australia, Japan, South Africa and Middle East traders. Confirm which AvaTrade entity accepts your country.
Investor protection
Ireland, ASIC, Japan, FSCA and ADGM-related oversight applies by entity. Investor compensation and leverage rules vary by region.
Licenses and Legal Entities
Match the legal entity and license number below against the account agreement before you deposit.
Central Bank of Ireland · License No. C53877
AVA Trade EU Ltd · EU / EEA
FSRA / ADGM · License No. 190018
Ava Trade Middle East Limited · Middle East
BVI FSC · License No. SIBA/L/13/1049
Ava Trade Markets Ltd · Global / International
Trading conditions
- Min. Deposit
- $100
- Spread From
- 0.9 pip Standard
- Commission
- $0
- Max. leverage
- 1:400
- Islamic
- Yes
- Trading platforms
- MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, AvaTradeGO, WebTrader and AvaOptions.
Spreads shown are minimum values from the lowest-spread account type. Actual spreads vary by account, instrument, and market conditions. Islamic (swap-free) account availability may depend on your region and entity. Always verify directly with the broker.
8-pillar score
Weighted /100
Pros
- Holds at least one tier-1 licence (FCA, ASIC, CySEC, DFSA, CFTC/NFA or FMA).
- Multiple legal entities are documented, so you can match the company in the client agreement.
- Islamic / swap-free accounts are published as available in supported regions.
- Both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 are listed.
Cons
- At least one offshore entity is in the group. Protection and leverage follow that company, not the brand name.
Usually not for
- Traders who will only execute from TradingView.
- US residents who need a CFTC/NFA retail forex broker.
How do I choose a licensed forex broker?
Choose the entity licensed where you live — FCA (UK), CySEC (EU), ASIC (Australia) or DFSA (Dubai/Gulf) — and match its license number to the client agreement before you deposit.
Detailed explanation
A brand is not a license. Compensation, leverage caps and complaints follow the company that opens the account. CySEC covers the EEA (Cyprus ICF). FCA sits under UK rules and the FSCS. ASIC serves Australian retail clients. DFSA serves the DIFC. Offshore entities such as FSA Seychelles or FSC Belize sit outside those schemes.
Example
A UK account under an FCA-authorised company can use the Financial Ombudsman and, if the firm fails, the FSCS (up to £85,000). The same brand’s Seychelles entity would not.
Common mistake
Treating a CySEC, FCA or ASIC logo on a landing page as proof that your account is covered. Many groups onboard international clients through an offshore company. If the agreement names that company, the EU, UK or Australian compensation scheme does not apply.
Professional tip
Search the official register by license number, not only by brand. Confirm the status is authorised or active, that forex or CFDs are listed, and that the legal name matches the agreement before the first deposit.