Fortissio in a nutshell
Regulation
Fortissio operates under Greek investment firm Vie Finance A.E.P.E.Y. S.A., regulated by the HCMC.
XCITE
XCITE combines browser trading, charts, alerts and support in one interface.
Demo account
Yes. A demo account is available for practising with the trading platform.
Fees
Fortissio charges through spreads, overnight financing and certain account fees.
Fortissio is a Greek CFD broker offering more than 300 instruments through XCITE on web and mobile. HCMC regulation, a demo account and integrated analysis tools are its main strengths. Trading costs include a 4-pip EUR/USD spread before account discounts, overnight financing and a quarterly inactivity charge. The service suits active CFD trading rather than a portfolio of directly owned shares or ETFs.
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Is Fortissio right for you?
Best for
- CFD traders who prefer XCITE and integrated market analysis.
- Active traders using both browser and mobile access.
Avoid if
- You want to own shares or ETFs directly.
- You expect to leave the account inactive for several months.
Evidence and transparency breakdown
Dimensions our methodology can assess from the evidence stored for this review.
- Regulator strength4.5/ 5 · Excellent
HCMC regulation of the operating investment firm.
- Compensation scheme4.5/ 5 · Excellent
Member of the Greek investor compensation fund.
Leverage by region
Caps on retail and professional accounts vary by regulator.
Maximum leverage varies by instrument and client classification.
| Region / Regulator | Retail max | Pro max | Restricted assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| HCMC | 1:30 | — | — |
Account fees
Costs per account type.
| Account type | Min deposit | EURUSD spread | Inactivity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | — | 4 pips | €150 / quarter |
- Base spreads before account-tier discounts.
- Overnight financing and applicable currency conversion are charged separately.
Asset coverage
Tradable instruments per asset class.
Trading platforms
Available details per platform.
| Platform | Win | Mac | Web | iOS | Android |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XCITE | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Platform screenshots
A look at the Fortissio trading interface.
Demo account
AvailablePractice trading with a demo account.
Deposit methods
Fortissio accepts Visa and Mastercard deposits. Its website also advertises the other listed payment methods; availability depends on your account and payment channel.
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Bank transfer
- Maestro
- Skrill
- Neteller
- PayPal
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
Fortissio withdrawals: timing, fees and rules
Withdrawal methods
How and when you can take money back out.
- Visa (original card)
- Mastercard (original card)
- Bank transfer
Processing: Processed within one business day
Customer support
Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–20:00 GMT+2
- Phone
Fees
3.7 /5Fortissio charges through spreads, overnight financing and certain account fees.
Pros
- Spread discounts across account tiers
Cons
- 4-pip base EUR/USD spread
- €150 quarterly inactivity charge
- EUR/USD: 4 pips before applicable account discounts.
- Overnight financing: instrument-specific rollover charges.
- Currency conversion: 0.7% on applicable realised net profit or loss and rollover amounts; forex pairs are excluded.
- Inactivity: €150 per quarter after at least three months without trading.
Higher account tiers reduce spreads and rollover fees. Those benefits depend on withdrawable account equity, with the largest discounts reserved for the highest tiers.
Regulation & protection
3.5 /5Fortissio operates under Greek investment firm Vie Finance A.E.P.E.Y. S.A., regulated by the HCMC.
Pros
- HCMC licence 4/792/20.7.2017
- Segregated client bank accounts
- Member of the Greek investor compensation fund
Vie Finance is based in Athens and operates within the EU investment-services framework. Client money is held in segregated bank accounts.
The firm is a member of the Greek investor compensation fund. Compensation covers eligible claims against the firm; it does not cover ordinary trading losses.
Deposit & withdrawal
3.9 /5Funding supports cards, bank transfers and e-wallets, with withdrawals returned through the original deposit method.
Pros
- Cards, bank transfers and e-wallets
- Withdrawal requests processed within one business day
Cons
- Bank transfers can take up to four business days to arrive
Bank transfers may take up to four business days to reach Fortissio.
- Withdrawals return to the original payment method; bank account details may also be required.
- Requests are processed within one business day; arrival depends on the payment method.
- Open positions affect withdrawable equity. If funds are insufficient, submit a new request for an available amount.
- Complete the required documentation; intermediary banks may charge fees.
Account opening
4.2 /5Registration is online, and a demo account is available for practice.
Pros
- Online registration
- Demo account available
Cons
- Largest fee discounts require substantial account equity
The account ladder runs from Starter to Expert. Starter covers withdrawable equity of $200–$999, while Expert begins at $200,000 and offers a 60% discount on spreads and rollover fees.
Account tiers are based on equity and are separate from professional-client classification. Fortissio also runs a five-position educational programme under separate terms.
Mobile app
3.4 /5XCITE provides mobile trading on iOS and Android.
Pros
- iOS and Android access
- Market news and economic calendar
The mobile platform supports opening positions, monitoring price movements and following account activity. Analysis, market updates and the economic calendar sit alongside the trading tools.
Mobile access complements the browser platform for monitoring positions away from a desktop.
Web platform
3.6 /5XCITE combines browser trading, charts, alerts and support in one interface.
Pros
- Browser access without a desktop installation
- Charts, alerts and in-platform support
Fortissio uses XCITE for its web trading service. The platform brings order management, technical analysis and account controls into the browser.
Price alerts and market news help organise a trading workspace. In-platform support is available alongside the trading interface.
Product selection
3.7 /5More than 300 CFDs span currencies, shares, indices, commodities, ETFs and other derivatives.
Pros
- Multiple asset classes in one account
- Long and short CFD positions
Cons
- CFDs do not provide ownership of underlying shares or ETFs
The catalogue includes forex, stock, index, commodity, ETF and cryptocurrency CFDs, plus synthetic derivatives. These are leveraged contracts settled on price movements.
Retail leverage reaches 1:30 and varies by instrument. Margin close-out applies at 50% of the required initial margin, so a falling account balance can trigger position closure.
Customer service
3.7 /5Support is available by phone, email and through the trading platform.
Pros
- Phone and email support
- Separate funding and complaints contacts
Cons
- Telephone support runs on weekdays
Customer service is open Monday to Friday, 08:00–20:00 GMT+2. The main number is +30 211 234 0925 and the email address is customer.support@fortissio.com.
Funding enquiries go to backoffice@fortissio.com. Formal complaints have a separate address, complaints@fortissio.com.
Research & education
3.7 /5Autochartist, an economic calendar and market news form the core research toolkit.
Pros
- Autochartist market scanning
- Economic calendar and market updates
- Platform training and demo practice
Research tools include:
- Autochartist
- Charts
- Market news
- Economic calendar
- Price alerts
The economic calendar tracks scheduled releases. Platform training and a demo account provide ways to learn the trading interface before placing live positions.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fortissio regulated?
Yes. Vie Finance A.E.P.E.Y. S.A. is regulated by the Hellenic Capital Market Commission under licence 4/792/20.7.2017.Does Fortissio offer a demo account?
Yes. A demo account is available for practising with the trading platform.What is Fortissio’s EUR/USD spread?
The base product schedule lists a 4-pip EUR/USD spread. Account-tier discounts can reduce the charge.Does Fortissio charge an inactivity fee?
A €150 quarterly inactivity fee applies after at least three months without trading.
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