IC Markets in a nutshell
Tier-1 regulated
This review covers IC Markets (EU) Ltd under CySEC licence 362/18. The global Raw Trading Ltd entity is separate and is regulated in Seychelles under FSA licence SD018.
Trading platforms
cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView
Asset coverage
61 forex pairs · 83 stocks · 16 commodities
IC Markets is a broker regulated by CySEC (1 tier-1 license). Platforms: cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView · 6 asset classes supported.
IC Markets is a broker regulated by CySEC (1 tier-1 license). Platforms: cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView · 6 asset classes supported.
Regulated by CySEC under licence 362/18. Includes tier-1 oversight.
Platforms: cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView. Automated-trading supported. Documented capabilities include Expert Advisors and integrated charting. Covers 61 forex pairs, 83 stocks, 16 commodities, 25 indices, crypto, and 9 bonds. IC Markets publishes a total catalogue of 200 tradable instruments for the reviewed offering.
Two account tiers are disclosed, with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips. Published tier conditions include Raw: EUR/USD 0.0 pips and $3.50 per lot per side; Standard: EUR/USD 0.8 pips. Funding via Credit/Debit card, Bank wire, Skrill, Neteller, FasaPay, and BPAY. Verified deposit methods: Credit/Debit card, Bank wire, Skrill, Neteller, FasaPay, and BPAY. Verified withdrawal methods: Credit/Debit card, Skrill, Bank wire, Neteller, FasaPay, and BPAY.
Support via email and live chat.
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Is IC Markets right for you?
Best for
- EU traders comparing cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView under a CySEC entity
- Raw-spread users who understand the reviewed $3.50-per-side commission
- Multi-asset CFD traders seeking access to more than 200 markets
Avoid if
- You expect the 0.0-pip Raw account to be commission-free; the reviewed tier charges $3.50 per lot per side
- You need a demo-account policy publicly verified before funding
- You require negative-balance protection confirmed for the exact entity serving you
Evidence and transparency breakdown
Dimensions our methodology can assess from the evidence stored for this review.
- Regulator strength5.0 / 5 · Excellent
CySEC provides 1 tier-1 oversight relationship.
- Transparency4.5 / 5 · Excellent
13 structured fact records are tied to cited source evidence.
Leverage by region
Caps on retail and professional accounts vary by regulator.
| Region / Regulator | Retail max | Pro max | Restricted assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published maximum (jurisdiction not specified) | 1:30 | — | — |
Fees
Spreads, commissions, swaps and inactivity fees per account type.
| Account type | Min deposit | EURUSD spread | Commission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw | — | 0.0 pips | $3.50 per lot per side |
| Standard | — | 0.8 pips | — |
Asset coverage
Tradable instruments per asset class.
Mobile app
No proprietary mobile app — the broker provides mobile access through the third-party trading apps below.
Deposit methods
Funding options, minimums, fees, and processing times.
| Method | Processing | Currencies |
|---|---|---|
| Bank wire | INSTANT | USD, EUR, GBP |
Fees
3.7 /52 account tiers are disclosed, with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips.
Pros
- Published EUR/USD spreads (0.0 pips)
- Commission structure stated: $3.50 per lot per side
Safety
3.5 /5Regulated by CySEC under licence 362/18. Includes tier-1 oversight.
Pros
- Regulated by 1 tier-1 authority
Deposit & withdrawal
4.4 /5Funding via Credit/Debit card, Bank wire, Skrill, Neteller, FasaPay, and BPAY.
Pros
- 6 deposit methods supported
- 6 withdrawal methods supported
Web platform
4.0 /5Platforms: cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView. Automated-trading supported.
Pros
- MetaTrader 4 supported
- MetaTrader 5 supported
- cTrader supported
- TradingView integration
- Expert Advisors / automated trading
Product selection
3.7 /5Covers 61 forex pairs, 83 stocks, 16 commodities, 25 indices, crypto, and 9 bonds.
Pros
- Broad multi-asset coverage (6 categories)
Customer service
3.9 /5Support via email and live chat.
Pros
- Live chat support
- Email support
Frequently asked questions
Who regulates IC Markets EU?
IC Markets EU is regulated by CySEC under licence 362/18. Other IC Markets entities operate under different licences and account terms.Which platforms does IC Markets support?
The reviewed EU record supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and TradingView.How many markets does IC Markets EU offer?
The reviewed EU material states access to more than 200 markets. The structured catalogue identifies 61 forex pairs, 83 stocks, 16 commodities, 25 indices, and nine bonds, plus futures and cryptocurrencies.Is a 0.0-pip Raw spread commission-free?
No. The reviewed Raw account can quote spreads from 0.0 pips and charges $3.50 per lot per side.
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