The verdict in 30 seconds
IG is the world's oldest and largest spread betting and CFD broker, founded in London in 1974. Listed on the FTSE 250, IG offers over 17,000 instruments across forex, shares, indices, commodities, and crypto. Known for its award-winning proprietary platform, premium research, and ProRealTime charting. DFSA regulated for MENA clients.
IG holds register-verified licences up to Tier 1, offers IG Platform, MT4, ProRealTime, IG App, spreads from 0.1 pips, and leverage up to 1:200.
Best for: An approved suitability assessment is not available.
Look elsewhere if: Higher DMA commissions than some competitors
Regulation & licensing
Each row shows its evidence status. «Verified on the regulator register» means ForexEF read the regulator's public register on the date shown; other rows are as disclosed by the company and remain under review. Licence status can change: check the regulator's register before opening an account.
| Regulator | Full name | Jurisdiction | License number | Tier | Evidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCA | Financial Conduct Authority | UK | 195355 | Tier 1 | Verified on the regulator register (12 Oct 2026) | Active |
| ASIC | Australian Securities and Investments Commission | Australia | 515106 | Tier 1 | Verified on the regulator register (12 Oct 2026) | Active |
| BaFin | Federal Financial Supervisory Authority | Germany | — | Tier 1 | Verified on the regulator register (12 Oct 2026)148759 is the BaFin register ID of IG Europe GmbH, not a licence number. | Active |
| DFSA | Dubai Financial Services Authority | UAE | F001780 | Tier 2 | Verified on the regulator register (12 Oct 2026) | Active |
| MAS | Monetary Authority of Singapore | Singapore | — | Tier 1 | Verified on the regulator register (12 Oct 2026)The register lists the firm but publishes no licence numbers. | Active |
Accounts, spreads & leverage
The spread band is not established by an approved account-specific review. Maximum leverage depends on the account and regulating entity.
| Account | Minimum | EUR/USD spread | Commission / lot | Execution | Leverage | Swap-free |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFD Trading | $0 | 0.6 pips | 0 | STP | 1:200 | — |
| DMA | $0 | 0.1 pips | 10 | ECN | 1:200 | — |
| Islamic | $0 | 0.6 pips | 0 | STP | 1:200 | ✓ |
Deposits & withdrawals
Withdrawal timing: not established by an approved withdrawal-specific review
| Method | Deposit fee | Withdrawal fee | Processing | Currencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Wire | Free | Free | 1-3 business days | USD,EUR,GBP,AUD,AED |
| Visa/Mastercard | Free | Free | Instant | USD,EUR,GBP,AUD,AED |
| PayPal | Free | Free | Instant | USD,EUR,GBP |
Trading platforms
Islamic account & our Sharia checklist
Swap-free account: Available.
A swap-free label is not the same as a Sharia-compliance verdict. Check that no overnight interest is charged under another name, replacement fees are fixed rather than interest-linked, leverage terms are understood, and the exact contract is reviewed.
Our factual note: Account-specific swap-free terms have not been editorially approved. Verify the contract and fees; this is not a religious ruling.
Who IG is for
An approved suitability assessment is not available.
- 50+ years of history — world's most established broker
- Massive range of 17,000+ instruments
- Award-winning platform with advanced charting (ProRealTime)
- DFSA regulated for UAE/MENA clients
Who should look elsewhere
No broker fits everyone. Consider another option if the following limitations matter to you.
- Higher DMA commissions than some competitors
- Limited Arabic educational content
- No MT5 support
Frequently asked questions
Is IG regulated?
IG's licences with FCA (195355), ASIC (515106), BaFin, DFSA (F001780) and MAS were checked on the regulators' public registers (12 Oct 2026). See the licence table for details.
What is the minimum deposit at IG?
The disclosed minimum deposit starts from $0.
Does IG offer an Islamic account?
IG advertises a swap-free account. This does not constitute a halal or Sharia-compliance verdict; verify its fees and terms.
What platforms does IG support?
IG supports IG Platform, MT4, ProRealTime, IG App.
What is the maximum leverage at IG?
The disclosed maximum leverage is up to 1:200, subject to account and regulator.
How long do withdrawals take at IG?
not established by an approved withdrawal-specific review
Reviews are independent and informational, not investment advice. Trading carries high risk. Regulatory status and terms can change. Editorial review date not recorded.
