FXTM (ForexTime) Forex Broker Review
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Reviewed by the FXMARE Research Desk under our review methodology · licences last verified 2026-06-25
Also known as ForexTime
FXTM is a veteran ECN broker with tight raw spreads and wide EM market reach, but its regulatory standing has weakened materially since 2023 as it exited CySEC and is winding down its FCA UK entity.
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FXTM (ForexTime) Overview
FXTM is a veteran ECN broker with tight raw spreads and wide EM market reach, but its regulatory standing has weakened materially since 2023 as it exited CySEC and is winding down its FCA UK entity.
FXTM (ForexTime) is regulated by FSC (Mauritius) — primary offshore entity, FSCA (South Africa) — FSP 50320, CMA (Kenya) — Exinity Capital East Africa Ltd, FCA (UK) — Exinity UK Ltd, FRN 777911 (licence surrender announced; UK entity being wound down as of 2025). Independently verifiable licences include FSC Mauritius — Investment Dealer Licence C113012295 (Exinity Limited); CMA Kenya — Non-Dealing Online FX Broker Licence 135 (Exinity Capital East Africa Ltd). Regulatory protection is more limited and leans on offshore licensing, so verify the entity you sign up with before depositing.
EUR/USD spreads start around 0.1 pips on the raw/ECN account (about 1.9 pips on the standard, commission-free account), with $7 (Advantage/raw account; $3.50 per side) commission. The minimum deposit is $50 (Edge account); $200 (Advantage / Advantage Plus) and maximum retail leverage is 1:30 (UK/EU), 1:400 (Kenya), up to 1:3000 (Mauritius entity — offshore, unprotected). Swap-free (Islamic) trading is offered conditionally — Available on Micro, Advantage, and Advantage Plus accounts — enabled on request via account settings. No overnight swap for the first 7 days on major forex pairs; after 7 days, daily admin fees apply (approximately $1.50–$20.00 per 1.0 standard round lot depending on pair). No religious documentation required. Cannot toggle setting more than once per 24 hours and requires no open positions to switch..
Platforms include MT4, MT5, FXTM Trader. FXTM (ForexTime) provides ~750+ CFDs (forex pairs 60+, indices 17+, commodities 10+, crypto 11+, stocks 300+, plus US real shares) across Forex, funded via Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro), Bank wire transfer, Skrill, Neteller, Cryptocurrency, Local payment solutions (region-dependent).
FXTM was once a compelling mid-tier broker with solid European regulatory coverage, but its voluntary surrender of both the CySEC and FCA licences by 2025 leaves most clients under the FSC Mauritius umbrella — an offshore regulator with lighter protections. Trading conditions remain competitive (0.0-pip raw spreads, $7 round-turn commission, MT4/MT5 support), and its deep penetration in Africa and Asia with local funding rails is a genuine strength. Retail traders in regulated markets should note that the Tier-1 safety net has largely been removed; the broker now appeals primarily to cost-conscious active traders outside Europe and the UK who are comfortable with offshore regulation.
Headquarters: Ebene, Mauritius (Exinity Limited, primary entity; registered at 5th Floor NEX Tower, Cybercity) · Funding: Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro), Bank wire transfer, Skrill, Neteller, Cryptocurrency, Local payment solutions (region-dependent)
Pros
- Raw ECN spreads from ~0.0 pips on the Advantage account with a low $3.50/side commission
- Strong emerging-market presence with local payment options across Africa and Asia
- Well-established brand since 2011 with 750+ instruments and multiple account tiers
- No minimum deposit on standard demo; accessible entry via Edge account at $50
Cons
- Tier-1 regulatory coverage is eroding — CySEC surrendered 2023, FCA UK surrender announced; primary entity is now FSC Mauritius (offshore)
- Inactivity fee of 10 USD/EUR/GBP per month kicks in after just 3 months of dormancy
- FXTM Invest copy-trading service discontinued in 2024, removing a key differentiator
- Advertised leverage up to 1:3000 (Mauritius entity) is extreme and unprotected — a red flag for retail traders
Ratings Breakdown
FXTM (ForexTime) Fees & Costs
Regulation & Safety
FXTM (ForexTime) is authorised by FSC (Mauritius) — primary offshore entity, FSCA (South Africa) — FSP 50320, CMA (Kenya) — Exinity Capital East Africa Ltd, FCA (UK) — Exinity UK Ltd, FRN 777911 (licence surrender announced; UK entity being wound down as of 2025). 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 FXTM (ForexTime) in the FXMARE trading journal.
FXMARE Verdict
FXTM was once a compelling mid-tier broker with solid European regulatory coverage, but its voluntary surrender of both the CySEC and FCA licences by 2025 leaves most clients under the FSC Mauritius umbrella — an offshore regulator with lighter protections. Trading conditions remain competitive (0.0-pip raw spreads, $7 round-turn commission, MT4/MT5 support), and its deep penetration in Africa and Asia with local funding rails is a genuine strength. Retail traders in regulated markets should note that the Tier-1 safety net has largely been removed; the broker now appeals primarily to cost-conscious active traders outside Europe and the UK who are comfortable with offshore regulation.
FXTM (ForexTime) — frequently asked questions
Is FXTM (ForexTime) regulated?
FXTM (ForexTime) states it is authorised by FSC (Mauritius) — primary offshore entity, FSCA (South Africa) — FSP 50320, CMA (Kenya) — Exinity Capital East Africa Ltd, FCA (UK) — Exinity UK Ltd, FRN 777911 (licence surrender announced; UK entity being wound down as of 2025). 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 FXTM (ForexTime)?
FXTM (ForexTime) lists $50 (Edge account); $200 (Advantage / Advantage Plus) 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 FXTM (ForexTime) offer on EUR/USD?
FXTM (ForexTime) advertises spreads from 0.1 pips (raw/ECN), with EUR/USD quoted around 1.9 pips (standard) · 0.1 pips + commission (raw). Commission: $7 (Advantage/raw account; $3.50 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 FXTM (ForexTime)?
FXTM (ForexTime) advertises up to 1:30 (UK/EU), 1:400 (Kenya), up to 1:3000 (Mauritius entity — offshore, unprotected). 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 FXTM (ForexTime) offer swap-free (Islamic) accounts?
Partly. FXTM (ForexTime) offers swap-free trading with conditions. Available on Micro, Advantage, and Advantage Plus accounts — enabled on request via account settings. No overnight swap for the first 7 days on major forex pairs; after 7 days, daily admin fees apply (approximately $1.50–$20.00 per 1.0 standard round lot depending on pair). No religious documentation required. Cannot toggle setting more than once per 24 hours and requires no open positions to switch.
Which platforms does FXTM (ForexTime) support?
FXTM (ForexTime) supports MT4, MT5, FXTM Trader. 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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