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This review covers:IC Markets (EU) LtdCySEC (Cyprus)
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IC Markets in a nutshell
Regulated by CySEC
IC Markets (EU) Ltd holds CySEC licence 362/18. The group's global company, Raw Trading Ltd, is separate and is regulated in Seychelles by the FSA under licence SD018.
Trading platforms
cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView
Asset coverage
IC Markets EU advertises more than 2,250 instruments; availability depends on the account and platform.
IC Markets is a broker regulated by CySEC. Platforms: cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView · 6 asset classes supported.
IC Markets (EU) Ltd is regulated by CySEC under licence 362/18 and is based in Limassol, Cyprus.
Platforms: cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView. Automated trading is supported. Features include Expert Advisors and integrated charting. Offers forex, share, commodity, index, cryptocurrency and bond CFDs; product availability depends on the account and platform. IC Markets EU currently advertises more than 2,250 tradable instruments.
IC Markets EU offers two account types. Raw has EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips plus a commission of $3.50 per lot per side on MetaTrader, or $3 per $100,000 traded on cTrader. Standard has EUR/USD spreads from 0.8 pips and no commission. Deposits can be made by credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller or bank wire (including SEPA). Card and e-wallet deposits are usually instant, and bank wires take 2-5 business days. Withdrawals go back to the original funding method, and IC Markets does not accept third-party deposits or withdrawals.
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 traders who accept a $3.50 per lot per side commission on MetaTrader
- Multi-asset CFD traders comparing IC Markets EU's catalogue of more than 2,250 instruments
Avoid if
- You expect the 0.0-pip Raw account to be commission-free; it charges $3.50 per lot per side on MetaTrader
- You need to start with less than 200 EUR; IC Markets EU sets that as its minimum deposit
- 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
IC Markets (EU) Ltd is regulated by CySEC under licence 362/18.
- Transparency4.5/ 5 · Excellent
Account commissions, platforms and licence details are published on the IC Markets EU website.
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 | — | — |
Account fees
Costs 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
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Deposit methods
Funding options, minimums, fees, and processing times.
- Credit/Debit card
- Skrill
- Neteller
| Method | Processing | Currencies |
|---|---|---|
| PayPal | INSTANT | USD, EUR, GBP |
| Bank wire | 2-5 business days | USD, EUR, GBP |
IC Markets withdrawals: timing, fees and rules
Withdrawal methods
How and when you can take money back out.
- Credit/Debit card
- PayPal
- Skrill
- Bank wire
- Neteller
Customer support
- Live chat
Fees
3.7 /5IC Markets EU offers two account types, Raw and Standard, with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips on Raw.
Pros
- Published EUR/USD spreads (0.0 pips)
- Raw account: $3.50 commission per lot per side on MetaTrader; Standard is commission-free
Regulation & protection
3.5 /5Regulated by CySEC under licence 362/18.
Pros
- Regulated by CySEC (licence 362/18)
Deposit & withdrawal
4.4 /5Funding via credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller and bank wire.
Pros
- 5 funding methods: card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller and bank wire
- No IC Markets fee on withdrawals (bank charges may apply)
Web platform
4.0 /5Platforms: cTrader, MT4, MT5, and TradingView. Automated trading is supported.
Pros
- MetaTrader 4 supported
- MetaTrader 5 supported
- cTrader supported
- TradingView integration
- Expert Advisors / automated trading
Product selection
3.7 /5Offers forex, share, commodity, index, cryptocurrency and bond CFDs; product availability depends on the account and platform.
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?
IC Markets EU supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and TradingView. TradingView trading runs through the cTrader Raw Spread account.How many markets does IC Markets EU offer?
IC Markets EU advertises more than 2,250 tradable instruments across forex, share, commodity, index, cryptocurrency and bond CFDs. Product availability depends on the account and platform.Is a 0.0-pip Raw spread commission-free?
No. The Raw account quotes spreads from 0.0 pips and charges $3.50 per lot per side on MetaTrader, or $3 per $100,000 traded on cTrader.
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