Capital.com Review 2026
Capital.com is a Limassol-headquartered multi-asset CFD broker founded in 2016, with CySEC, FCA, ASIC, FSCA (since June 2026), CMA Kenya (since January 2026), UAE and SCB Bahamas entities and a proprietary web/mobile platform with educational tools.
- 82 / 100
- Compliant
- Cyprus
- ASIC
- CySEC
- FCA
- SCB Bahamas
- CMA Kenya
- FSCA
- SCA UAE
- Min. Deposit
- $20
- Max. leverage
- 1:30 retail (UK/EU/AU)
- Spread From
- 0.6 pip
- Commission
- $0
- Trading platforms
- Capital.com web and mobile apps; TradingView integration in supported regions.
Key features
- Capital Com SV Investments Ltd CySEC 319/17
- Capital Com (UK) Limited FCA 793714
- Capital Com Australia Pty Ltd AFSL 513393
- Commission-free CFD pricing on the proprietary platform
Regional coverage
Suited to UK, EU and Australian residents under the matching entity. Other countries may be offered a different group company.
Investor protection
CySEC clients may access ICF compensation up to EUR 20,000. UK clients of Capital Com (UK) Limited may access FSCS where eligible. ASIC clients follow Australian retail CFD rules.
Licenses and Legal Entities
Match the legal entity and license number below against the account agreement before you deposit.
SCA UAE · License No. 20200000176
Capital Com Mena Securities Trading LLC · UAE
SCB Bahamas · License No. SIA-F245
Capital Com Online Investments Ltd · Global / International
Trading conditions
- Min. Deposit
- $20
- Spread From
- 0.6 pip Standard
- Commission
- $0
- Max. leverage
- 1:30 retail (UK/EU/AU)
- Islamic
- Yes
- Trading platforms
- Capital.com web and mobile apps; TradingView integration in supported regions.
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.
- Published minimum deposit is $20, which is usable for a small live test.
- Islamic / swap-free accounts are published as available in supported regions.
- TradingView is listed on the platform stack.
Cons
- At least one offshore entity is in the group. Protection and leverage follow that company, not the brand name.
- Swap-free status is region-dependent, not a global default.
- MetaTrader is not the primary published stack — useful for some, a gap for EA users.
- Retail leverage is capped near 1:30 on the UK/EU/AU-style entities listed here.
Usually not for
- 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.