ATFX Forex Broker Review
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Reviewed by the FXMARE Research Desk under our review methodology · licences last verified 2026-06-25
Award-winning global CFD broker with genuine tier-1 regulation (FCA, ASIC, CySEC), MT4/MT5 platforms, and strong education — but standard account spreads are above-average and low-cost access requires a $10,000 deposit.
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ATFX Overview
Award-winning global CFD broker with genuine tier-1 regulation (FCA, ASIC, CySEC), MT4/MT5 platforms, and strong education — but standard account spreads are above-average and low-cost access requires a $10,000 deposit.
ATFX is regulated by FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), ASIC (Australia), FSCA (South Africa), CMA (UAE), SFC (Hong Kong), FSC (Mauritius), FSA (Seychelles), SERC (Cambodia). Independently verifiable licences include FCA (UK) — AT Global Markets (UK) Ltd, FRN 760555; CySEC (Cyprus) — ATFX Global Markets (CY) Ltd, Licence 285/15. It ranks among the most trusted, tier-1-regulated brokers in this comparison.
EUR/USD spreads start around 0.1 pips on the raw/ECN account (about 1.8 pips on the standard, commission-free account), with $0 (Standard/Edge); up to $7 round turn (Raw account, per official spec page); ~$50/million round turn (Premium, at $25/million per side) commission. The minimum deposit is $500 (Standard account minimum initial deposit per official site); $5,000 equity required for Edge; $10,000 for Raw/Premium and maximum retail leverage is 1:30 (EU/UK retail under CySEC/FCA); up to 1:400 on offshore entities (Raw account). Swap-free (Islamic) trading is offered conditionally — Islamic (swap-free) account available on request; specific admin fees and grace period conditions are not transparently disclosed on the official site — contact support to confirm eligible instruments, holding fees, and time limits before opening.
Platforms include MT4, MT5, ATFX CopyTrade, AT GO mobile app. ATFX provides ~300+ CFDs (43 forex pairs, 277+ share CFDs, 15 indices, 11 commodities, 11 cryptocurrencies) across Forex, funded via Visa/Mastercard credit & debit cards, Bank transfer, Skrill, Neteller, Trustly.
ATFX is a legitimately regulated mid-tier broker founded in 2017, holding verifiable licences from the FCA, ASIC, and CySEC that rank among the strictest in the industry. The broker is well-suited for traders who prioritise regulatory credibility, educational resources, and copy trading over razor-thin spreads. However, the standard account's EUR/USD spread of around 1.8 pips is materially wider than competitors like IC Markets or Pepperstone, and accessing a genuinely competitive raw spread requires a $10,000 minimum — making ATFX a poor fit for cost-focused scalpers. Retail UK clients should note that the FCA-regulated entity serves institutional/professional clients only; retail clients trade under CySEC or other entities.
Headquarters: London, UK (AT Global Markets (UK) Ltd); group presence in Hong Kong, Limassol, Dubai, and 14 offices globally · Funding: Visa/Mastercard credit & debit cards, Bank transfer, Skrill, Neteller, Trustly
Pros
- Multi-tier regulation including FCA (UK, FRN 760555), ASIC (AFSL 418036), and CySEC (285/15) — genuine tier-1 coverage
- Fast execution (~37ms) with MT4 and MT5 plus CopyTrade for passive traders
- Strong education suite and 24/5 multilingual support in 13 languages
- No deposit fees; withdrawals free above $100; FSCS protection up to £85,000 for eligible UK clients
- Spread betting available for UK clients (tax-free in the UK)
Cons
- Standard account EUR/USD spread (~1.8 pips) is wider than the industry average of ~1.0–1.2 pips
- High minimum deposit for better accounts ($5,000 Edge; $10,000 Raw/Premium) prices out most retail traders
- $10 per month inactivity fee after 6 months of no trading
- FCA-regulated UK entity (AT Global Markets UK) does NOT accept retail clients — retail access routes through CySEC or offshore entities
Ratings Breakdown
ATFX Fees & Costs
Regulation & Safety
Licence numbers link to each regulator’s public register so you can verify them yourself. Last checked 2026-06-25.
ATFX is authorised by FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), ASIC (Australia), FSCA (South Africa), CMA (UAE), SFC (Hong Kong), FSC (Mauritius), FSA (Seychelles), SERC (Cambodia). Brokers regulated in tier-1 jurisdictions are generally required to hold client money separately from company funds and may offer protections such as negative-balance protection or an investor-compensation scheme — the exact safeguards depend on the entity you sign up with. As with all trading, your capital is at risk. Confirm which entity, licence and protections apply to your country on the regulator’s register before funding an account.
Platforms
Available on desktop, web and mobile. Tradable across Forex. Track every position you take with ATFX in the FXMARE trading journal.
FXMARE Verdict
ATFX is a legitimately regulated mid-tier broker founded in 2017, holding verifiable licences from the FCA, ASIC, and CySEC that rank among the strictest in the industry. The broker is well-suited for traders who prioritise regulatory credibility, educational resources, and copy trading over razor-thin spreads. However, the standard account's EUR/USD spread of around 1.8 pips is materially wider than competitors like IC Markets or Pepperstone, and accessing a genuinely competitive raw spread requires a $10,000 minimum — making ATFX a poor fit for cost-focused scalpers. Retail UK clients should note that the FCA-regulated entity serves institutional/professional clients only; retail clients trade under CySEC or other entities.
ATFX — frequently asked questions
Is ATFX regulated?
ATFX states it is authorised by FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), ASIC (Australia), FSCA (South Africa), CMA (UAE), SFC (Hong Kong), FSC (Mauritius), FSA (Seychelles), SERC (Cambodia). We last checked those licence details against the regulators' own public registers on 2026-06-25. Licences are entity-specific: the group company that onboards you depends on your country, so confirm which entity your client agreement names before depositing.
What is the minimum deposit at ATFX?
ATFX lists $500 (Standard account minimum initial deposit per official site); $5,000 equity required for Edge; $10,000 for Raw/Premium min deposit. Minimums vary by account type, funding method and regional entity, so treat this as indicative and confirm the figure on the broker's own site for the account you intend to open.
What spreads does ATFX offer on EUR/USD?
ATFX advertises spreads from 0.1 pips (raw/ECN), with EUR/USD quoted around 1.8 pips (standard) · 0.1 pips + commission (raw). Commission: $0 (Standard/Edge); up to $7 round turn (Raw account, per official spec page); ~$50/million round turn (Premium, at $25/million per side). Advertised "from" figures are floors seen in ideal conditions rather than averages — compare total cost per round turn (spread plus commission) at the volume you actually trade.
What is the maximum leverage at ATFX?
ATFX advertises up to 1:30 (EU/UK retail under CySEC/FCA); up to 1:400 on offshore entities (Raw account). Leverage caps are set by the regulator of the entity you trade with, so retail clients in the UK, EU and Australia receive materially lower caps than the headline figure. Higher leverage magnifies losses as much as gains.
Does ATFX offer swap-free (Islamic) accounts?
Partly. ATFX offers swap-free trading with conditions. Islamic (swap-free) account available on request; specific admin fees and grace period conditions are not transparently disclosed on the official site — contact support to confirm eligible instruments, holding fees, and time limits before opening
Which platforms does ATFX support?
ATFX supports MT4, MT5, ATFX CopyTrade, AT GO mobile app. Platform availability can differ by entity and account type — a platform offered in one region is not guaranteed in another, so verify it is available on the specific account you plan to open.
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