Which forex brokers have zero minimum deposit?

8 of the 22 EU-eligible brokers in this comparison publish no minimum deposit: Pepperstone, XTB, IG, Saxo Bank, OANDA, Axi, Interactive Brokers, Trade Nation. Zero-deposit does not mean zero cost — you still need enough margin to open a position (typically EUR 33 for a micro lot of EUR/USD at 30:1 ESMA leverage).

What is the lowest minimum deposit for a real trading account?

Zero at 8 EU-eligible brokers in this comparison. Among EU-eligible brokers that set a minimum, the lowest are Trading 212 (EUR 1), XM (USD 5), Capital.com (EUR 20), Admirals (EUR 25). These are published account minimums as recorded in our broker data; confirm the current figure on the broker's funding page before depositing.

Is it safe to trade with a broker that has no minimum deposit?

Zero minimum deposit does not indicate lower safety. Several of the most regulated brokers in Europe (Pepperstone/CySEC, IG/BaFin, Saxo Bank/Danish FSA, Interactive Brokers/CBI Ireland) have no minimum deposit. What matters is the regulator, compensation scheme, and fund segregation — not the deposit threshold. See our Broker Safety Score for a composite safety assessment.

What is a realistic minimum to start forex trading?

While some brokers accept EUR 0, a practical starting amount is EUR 200–500. At 30:1 ESMA leverage, EUR 200 gives you margin for approximately 6 micro lots of EUR/USD simultaneously. Below EUR 100, position sizing becomes restrictive and risk management difficult — a single standard-lot position requires EUR 3,333 in margin.

Do higher minimum deposits mean better trading conditions?

Not directly. Swissquote (CHF 1,000 minimum) and IC Markets (USD 200 minimum) are premium-positioned brokers with competitive spreads, but several zero-deposit brokers (Pepperstone, IG, Saxo Bank) match or beat them on execution quality and spread tightness. Higher deposits often reflect the broker's target market (institutional or high-net-worth) rather than superior conditions.

Which deposit methods are most widely accepted by EU forex brokers?

Bank transfer and credit/debit card are universally accepted (30 and 29 of 30 brokers respectively). Skrill is accepted by 25 brokers, Neteller by 21, and PayPal by 14. Crypto deposits (Bitcoin, USDT) are available at a smaller number of brokers and may route through the broker's offshore entity rather than the EU-regulated one.

Are there hidden costs beyond the minimum deposit?

The minimum deposit is not the total cost. Ongoing trading costs include spreads (the bid-ask difference), commissions (on ECN/Raw accounts), overnight swap fees, and potential withdrawal fees. Inactivity fees apply at some brokers after 12–24 months of no trading. Currency conversion fees may apply if you deposit in a currency different from your account's base currency.

Can I open a forex account with EUR 1?

Trading 212 accepts deposits from EUR 1, and several brokers (Pepperstone, IG, XTB, Saxo Bank, OANDA, Axi) have no minimum at all. However, with EUR 1 you cannot open a meaningful position — even a micro lot (0.01) of EUR/USD requires approximately EUR 33 in margin at 30:1 leverage. The EUR 1 minimum is a marketing position, not a practical trading threshold.

Do minimum deposits differ between account types at the same broker?

Sometimes, which is why the data here shows the lowest minimum across all account types. Some brokers use one floor for every account: in our data Tickmill's Classic and Raw accounts both start at EUR 100, and FxPro's Standard and cTrader accounts both at USD 100. Others reserve better pricing for higher tiers, such as OANDA's volume-based Premium account or Swissquote's Standard, Premium, Prime and Elite tiers. Always check the specific account type you plan to open, especially ECN/Raw accounts which sometimes carry higher minimums.

Forex Broker Minimum Deposit Comparison

Name: Forex Broker Minimum Deposit Comparison — June 2026
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Published: 2026-06-15
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June 2026

How much do you need to start trading forex in Europe? We compared the minimum deposit requirements, accepted payment methods, and withdrawal fees across 30 brokers, 22 of them EU-eligible. 12 accept zero deposit. The data below is verified against each broker's current account opening page.

Brokers compared

Zero deposit

40%

Low deposit (1–50)

Premium (100+)

Highest deposit

CHF 1,000

Median deposit

EU-eligible

Quick Answer

12 of 30 brokers accept zero minimum deposit, including Pepperstone (CySEC), IG (BaFin), Saxo Bank (Danish FSA), and Interactive Brokers (CBI Ireland). For beginners with limited capital, these are the safest starting points — no minimum does not mean lower regulation. The practical minimum to trade effectively is EUR 200–500 (enough for multiple micro-lot positions at ESMA's 30:1 leverage). If your budget is under EUR 100, consider Trading 212 (EUR 1 minimum) or XM (USD 5) for micro-lot trading.

Minimum Deposit Matrix — All 30 Brokers

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Sorted by minimum deposit (lowest first). Partner brokers outlined in emerald. Non-EU-eligible brokers highlighted in red.

#	Broker	Min. Deposit	EU	Account Types	Deposit Methods	Withdrawal Fee	EUR/USD Spread
1	Pepperstone	None	Yes	Standard, Razor	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller	Free	From 0.0 pips (Razor), from 1.0 pips (Standard); EU entity averages 0.1 (Razor) and 1.1 (Standard)
2	XTB	None	Yes	Standard, Swap-Free (international only)	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller	Free (above minimum threshold)	0.8–1.3 pips (from 0.8 at the EU/UK entities; 1.3 standard spread at XTB International)
3	IG	None	Yes	CFD, Spread Betting (UK), Share Dealing, Professional	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal	Free	0.6–0.9 pips minimum (0.6 at IG UK and IG International; 0.9 at IG Europe)
4	BlackBull Markets	None	No	ECN Standard, ECN Prime, Prime+	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoin, USDT	Free	0.0 pips (ECN Prime), 0.8 pips (ECN Standard)
5	Saxo Bank	None	Yes	Classic, Platinum, VIP	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card	Free	0.8–1.6 pips (Classic minimum by country: UK 0.8; Saxo Bank A/S 1.1; France 1.6); lower on Platinum/VIP
6	CMC Markets	None	No	CFD, Spread Betting (UK), Stockbroking	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal	Free	0.7 pips average
7	OANDA	None	Yes	Standard (UK/international), Basic (EU), Premium, Elite (EU), Core Pricing (international)	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Skrill	Free	0.6–0.7 pips minimum (UK 0.6; Australia 0.7); EU entity publishes no EUR/USD spread
8	Equiti	None	No	Standard, Premier, Classic	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller	Free	0.0 pips (Premier), 1.4 pips (Standard); typical, London/New York sessions
9	Fusion Markets	None	No	Zero, Classic, Swap-Free	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, PayPal, Crypto	Free	0.0 pips (Zero), 0.9 pips (Classic)
10	Axi	None	Yes	Standard, Pro, Elite (international only)	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, POLi, Fasapay	Free	From 0.0 pips (Pro), from 0.6–0.68 pips (Standard)
11	Interactive Brokers	None	Yes	Individual, Joint, Trust, Family, Institutional	Bank Transfer, ACH, Wire Transfer	Free (1 per month, then varies by method)	From 0.1 pips (IBKR Pro)
12	Trade Nation	None	Yes	Standard	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller	Free	0.5 pips (fixed on TN Trader 07:00–21:59 GMT+1; 0.6 overnight)
13	Trading 212	EUR 1	Yes	Invest, CFD, ISA (UK only)	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, Skrill, iDEAL, Sofort	Free	1.3 pips average
14	XM	USD 5	Yes	Ultra Low, Zero	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, Local Payment Methods	Free	From 0.0 pips (Zero), from 0.8 pips (Ultra Low); XM EU entity, Ultra Low average 1.1
15	Exness	USD 10	No	Standard, Standard Cent, Pro, Raw Spread, Zero	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoin, USDT	Free (instant withdrawals available)	From 0.0 pips (Raw Spread), from 0.1 pips (Pro), from 0.2 pips (Standard)
16	RoboForex	USD 10	No	Pro-Standard, Pro-Cent, Prime, ECN, R StocksTrader	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, WebMoney, Perfect Money, Bitcoin, USDT	Free on most methods	0.0 pips (Prime), 0.0 pips (ECN), 1.3 pips (Pro-Standard)
17	Capital.com	EUR 20	Yes	Standard	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Skrill, Neteller	Free	0.7 pips (variable; live quote in Sep 2026)
18	Admirals	EUR 25	Yes	Trade.MT4, Trade.MT5, Zero.MT4, Zero.MT5, Invest.MT5	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, iDEAL, Przelewy24	Free (2 per month, then EUR 1)	0.0 pips (Zero), 0.5 pips (Trade)
19	FXTM	USD 30	No	Micro, Rewards Plus, Rewards, Advantage, Advantage Stocks	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, Local Payment Methods (regional)	Free for most methods; varies by region	From 0.0 pips (Advantage), from 0.9 pips (Rewards), from 1.5 pips (Rewards Plus), from 1.7 pips (Micro)
20	eToro	USD 50	Yes	Retail, Professional, Corporate	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, Klarna, iDEAL	$5 per withdrawal	From 0.57 pips (0.005% of price at EUR/USD 1.14)
21	FXCM	GBP 50	Yes	Standard, Active Trader	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill	Free	1.3 pips (Standard) indicative
22	Vantage Markets	USD 50	No	Standard STP, Raw ECN, Pro ECN	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, FasaPay, USDT, Apple Pay	Free (one withdrawal per month; bank wire fees passed through thereafter)	From 0.0 pips (Raw ECN), from 1.4 pips (Standard STP)
23	Plus500	EUR 100	Yes	Retail, Professional	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Skrill, Apple Pay	Free	From 0.8 pips (variable)
24	Forex.com	USD 100	Yes	Standard, MetaTrader, RAW Spread (not UK)	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller	Free (1 per month, then $25)	0.7–0.8 pips minimum (Standard: 0.7 EU/UK; 0.8 international), from 0.0 pips (RAW Spread; not offered in the UK)
25	Tickmill	EUR 100	Yes	Classic, Raw	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, PayPal	Free	0.0 pips (Raw), 1.6 pips (Classic)
26	FxPro	USD 100	Yes	Standard, cTrader	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, PayPal	Free	From 0.4 pips (cTrader), from 1.2 pips (Standard); FxPro EU entity, cTrader daily average 0.43
27	Eightcap	USD 100	Yes	Standard, Raw	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, PayPal, Bitcoin, USDT	Free	0.0 pips (Raw), 1.0 pips (Standard)
28	AvaTrade	EUR 100	Yes	Retail, Professional, Islamic, Options	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, WebMoney, iDEAL, Trustly	Free	0.8 pips typical (EU)
29	IC Markets	USD 200	Yes	Standard, Raw Spread (MT4/MT5), Raw Spread (cTrader)	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, BPay, POLi	Free (broker absorbs international wire fees up to certain volumes)	From 0.0 pips (Raw Spread), from 0.8 pips (Standard); Raw Spread EUR/USD average 0.1
30	Swissquote	CHF 1,000	Yes	Standard (EU/international), Premium, Prime, Elite (UK only)	Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Card	Free (CHF 10 for international bank transfer)	1.4–1.9 pips entry tier (EU Standard 1.9; international Standard 1.8; UK Premium 1.4)

Minimum deposits verified 2026-06-15 from each broker's account opening page. Deposit shown is the lowest across all account types. Partner brokers outlined in emerald. Non-EU-eligible brokers highlighted in red.

Deposit Tiers: Who Is Each Level For?

Minimum deposit thresholds cluster into four tiers. Each serves a different trader profile.

Zero Deposit (12 brokers)

Pepperstone, XTB, IG, BlackBull Markets (not EU-eligible), Saxo Bank, CMC Markets (not EU-eligible), OANDA, Equiti (not EU-eligible), Fusion Markets (not EU-eligible), Axi, Interactive Brokers, Trade Nation.

Best for: Beginners testing the waters, experienced traders opening a secondary account for platform evaluation, or high-net-worth clients who want institutional-grade execution without artificial entry barriers. Zero-deposit brokers include some of the most regulated names in the industry (BaFin, Danish FSA, CBI Ireland, SEC/FINRA).

Practical reality: You still need margin. At ESMA's 30:1 leverage, one micro lot (0.01) of EUR/USD requires approximately EUR 33. One mini lot (0.1) requires EUR 333. The “zero deposit” means no minimum to open the account, not that you can trade with EUR 0.

≤50

Low Deposit: EUR/USD 1–50 (10 brokers)

Trading 212 (EUR 1), XM (USD 5), Exness (USD 10, not EU-eligible), RoboForex (USD 10, not EU-eligible), Capital.com (EUR 20), Admirals (EUR 25), FXTM (USD 30, not EU-eligible), eToro (USD 50), FXCM (GBP 50), Vantage Markets (USD 50, not EU-eligible).

Best for: Budget-conscious beginners who want a real-money account to practice with minimal capital at risk. Trading 212 (EUR 1) and XM (USD 5) stand out for micro-lot trading that let you trade with position sizes proportional to tiny balances. Admirals (EUR 25) offers a good middle ground with strong educational content.

100

Standard Deposit: EUR/USD 100 (6 brokers)

Plus500 (EUR 100), Forex.com (USD 100), Tickmill (EUR 100), FxPro (USD 100), Eightcap (USD 100), AvaTrade (EUR 100).

Best for: Active retail traders. EUR/USD 100 is enough for 3 micro lots simultaneously at 30:1 leverage, allowing basic portfolio diversification and risk management. This tier includes strong all-rounders (Plus500, FxPro, Tickmill, AvaTrade) and specialised brokers (Forex.com for DMA, Eightcap for crypto CFDs).

200+

Premium Deposit: USD/CHF 200+ (2 brokers)

IC Markets (USD 200), Swissquote (CHF 1,000).

Best for: Experienced traders prioritising execution quality and institutional-grade infrastructure over low entry barriers. Swissquote (CHF 1,000) is a Swiss-licensed bank with FINMA oversight and banking-grade custody. IC Markets (USD 200) is popular among high-volume scalpers for its raw-spread pricing. Higher deposits often correlate with tighter spreads and faster execution, but not always — several zero-deposit brokers match them.

Deposit Method Availability

How each broker accepts deposits. Bank transfer and card are universal; e-wallets and crypto vary.

Payment Method	Brokers Accepting	Coverage	Typical Speed	Notes
Bank Transfer	30	100%	Same day (SEPA Instant) to 1–3 business days	SEPA transfers within eurozone are typically free and same-day
Credit/Debit Card	29	97%	Instant to 30 minutes	Some brokers pass through card network fees (1–2%)
Skrill	25	83%	Instant to 1 hour	Common among CySEC-regulated brokers
Neteller	21	70%	Instant to 1 hour	Common among CySEC-regulated brokers
PayPal	14	47%	Instant	Not all EU entities accept PayPal; check the specific entity
USDT	5	17%	10–60 minutes (1–3 confirmations)	May route through offshore entity, not EU-regulated arm
iDEAL	4	13%	Varies
Bitcoin	4	13%	10–60 minutes (1–3 confirmations)	May route through offshore entity, not EU-regulated arm

Withdrawal Fee Comparison

Most EU brokers offer free withdrawals, but conditions vary. Some limit the number of free withdrawals per month; others pass through international wire transfer fees.

Broker	Min. Deposit	Withdrawal Policy	Truly Free?
Pepperstone	None	Free	Yes
XTB	None	Free (above minimum threshold)	Yes
IG	None	Free	Yes
BlackBull Markets(not EU)	None	Free	Yes
Saxo Bank	None	Free	Yes
CMC Markets(not EU)	None	Free	Yes
OANDA	None	Free	Yes
Equiti(not EU)	None	Free	Yes
Fusion Markets(not EU)	None	Free	Yes
Axi	None	Free	Yes
Interactive Brokers	None	Free (1 per month, then varies by method)	Conditional
Trade Nation	None	Free	Yes
Trading 212	EUR 1	Free	Yes
XM	USD 5	Free	Yes
Exness(not EU)	USD 10	Free (instant withdrawals available)	Yes
RoboForex(not EU)	USD 10	Free on most methods	Yes
Capital.com	EUR 20	Free	Yes
Admirals	EUR 25	Free (2 per month, then EUR 1)	Conditional
FXTM(not EU)	USD 30	Free for most methods; varies by region	Yes
eToro	USD 50	$5 per withdrawal	Varies
FXCM	GBP 50	Free	Yes
Vantage Markets(not EU)	USD 50	Free (one withdrawal per month; bank wire fees passed through thereafter)	Yes
Plus500	EUR 100	Free	Yes
Forex.com	USD 100	Free (1 per month, then $25)	Conditional
Tickmill	EUR 100	Free	Yes
FxPro	USD 100	Free	Yes
Eightcap	USD 100	Free	Yes
AvaTrade	EUR 100	Free	Yes
IC Markets	USD 200	Free (broker absorbs international wire fees up to certain volumes)	Yes
Swissquote	CHF 1,000	Free (CHF 10 for international bank transfer)	Yes

Minimum Deposit vs Trading Cost

A common assumption is that higher minimum deposits correlate with tighter spreads. The data shows this is unreliable. Several zero-deposit brokers (Pepperstone Razor at 0.0 pips + $3.50/side, OANDA from 0.6 pips in the UK) match or beat premium-deposit brokers on trading cost.

Key finding: Minimum deposit is a barrier-to-entry decision, not a trading-cost optimisation. Choose your broker by regulation, spreads, and execution quality — then check whether the minimum deposit fits your budget. See our Spread Index and Fee Calculator for cost-focused comparisons.

Broker	Min. Deposit	EUR/USD Spread	Commission	Regulator
Pepperstone	None	From 0.0 pips (Razor), from 1.0 pips (Standard); EU entity averages 0.1 (Razor) and 1.1 (Standard)	$3.50 per lot per side (Razor), None (Standard)	Pepperstone EU Ltd (CySEC)
XTB	None	0.8–1.3 pips (from 0.8 at the EU/UK entities; 1.3 standard spread at XTB International)	None (0% commission on CFDs)	XTB S.A. (KNF)
IG	None	0.6–0.9 pips minimum (0.6 at IG UK and IG International; 0.9 at IG Europe)	None (spread-only on most accounts)	IG Europe GmbH (BaFin)
Saxo Bank	None	0.8–1.6 pips (Classic minimum by country: UK 0.8; Saxo Bank A/S 1.1; France 1.6); lower on Platinum/VIP	None published for FX, except UK: USD 3 on trades under 50,000 units	Saxo Bank A/S (Danish FSA)
OANDA	None	0.6–0.7 pips minimum (UK 0.6; Australia 0.7); EU entity publishes no EUR/USD spread	None on spread-only pricing; raw/core pricing adds a commission	FCA, ASIC, NFA, KNF
Axi	None	From 0.0 pips (Pro), from 0.6–0.68 pips (Standard)	$2.25 per lot per side (Pro), None (Standard), $1.75 per lot per side (Elite; international only)	Solaris EMEA Ltd (CySEC)
Interactive Brokers	None	From 0.1 pips (IBKR Pro)	$2.28 per lot per side (IBKR Pro Tiered: 0.20 bp of trade value at EUR/USD 1.14; USD 2.00 minimum per order)	Interactive Brokers Ireland Ltd (CBI)
Trade Nation	None	0.5 pips (fixed on TN Trader 07:00–21:59 GMT+1; 0.6 overnight)	None (spread-only)	Trade Nation Europe Empresa de Investimento, S.A. (CMVM)
Trading 212	EUR 1	1.3 pips average	None (zero commission on CFDs; fees apply; zero commission on stocks/ETFs)	Trading 212 Markets Ltd (CySEC)
XM	USD 5	From 0.0 pips (Zero), from 0.8 pips (Ultra Low); XM EU entity, Ultra Low average 1.1	None (Ultra Low); commission charged per trade (Zero)	Trading Point of Financial Instruments Ltd (CySEC)
Capital.com	EUR 20	0.7 pips (variable; live quote in Sep 2026)	None (other fees apply)	Capital Com SV Investments Ltd (CySEC)
Admirals	EUR 25	0.0 pips (Zero), 0.5 pips (Trade)	$3.00 per lot per side (Zero), None (Trade)	Admirals Europe Ltd (CySEC)
eToro	USD 50	From 0.57 pips (0.005% of price at EUR/USD 1.14)	None (spread-only)	eToro (Europe) Ltd (CySEC)
FXCM	GBP 50	1.3 pips (Standard) indicative	None (Standard); commission pricing by approval only (UK Active Trader from £2.00 per lot per side)	Stratos Europe Ltd (formerly FXCM EU Ltd) (CySEC)
Plus500	EUR 100	From 0.8 pips (variable)	No commissions & tight spreads; additional fees may apply	Plus500CY Ltd (CySEC)
Forex.com	USD 100	0.7–0.8 pips minimum (Standard: 0.7 EU/UK; 0.8 international), from 0.0 pips (RAW Spread; not offered in the UK)	$5 per 100K (RAW Spread; not offered in the UK), None (Standard)	StoneX Europe Ltd (CySEC)
Tickmill	EUR 100	0.0 pips (Raw), 1.6 pips (Classic)	$3.00 per lot per side (Raw), None (Classic)	Tickmill Europe Ltd (CySEC)
FxPro	USD 100	From 0.4 pips (cTrader), from 1.2 pips (Standard); FxPro EU entity, cTrader daily average 0.43	$3.99 per lot per side at EUR/USD 1.14 ($0.35 per $10k USD traded) (cTrader), None (Standard)	FxPro Financial Services Ltd (CySEC)
Eightcap	USD 100	0.0 pips (Raw), 1.0 pips (Standard)	$3.50 per lot per side (Raw), None (Standard)	Eightcap EU Ltd (CySEC)
AvaTrade	EUR 100	0.8 pips typical (EU)	None (spread-only)	Ava Trade EU Ltd (CBI)
IC Markets	USD 200	From 0.0 pips (Raw Spread), from 0.8 pips (Standard); Raw Spread EUR/USD average 0.1	$3.50 per lot per side (Raw Spread), None (Standard); cTrader: $3.00 per USD 100k per side	IC Markets (EU) Ltd (CySEC)
Swissquote	CHF 1000	1.4–1.9 pips entry tier (EU Standard 1.9; international Standard 1.8; UK Premium 1.4)	None (spread-only)	Swissquote Bank Europe (CSSF)

EU-eligible brokers only. Sorted by minimum deposit. Partner brokers highlighted in emerald.

Which Deposit Level Suits Your Profile?

Trader Profile	Starting Capital	Priority	Recommended Brokers
Complete beginner	EUR 50–200	Education, demo account, micro lots	XM (USD 5), eToro (USD 50), Capital.com (EUR 20)
Budget-conscious active trader	EUR 200–500	Low spreads, zero deposit, free withdrawals	Pepperstone (None), XTB (None), Axi (None)
Scalper / day trader	EUR 500–2,000	Tightest spreads, lowest commissions, fast execution	Pepperstone Razor (None), IC Markets Raw (USD 200), Tickmill Raw (EUR 100)
Swing / position trader	EUR 1,000–5,000	Low swap rates, swap-free option, multi-asset	Saxo Bank (None), IG (None), Interactive Brokers (None)
High-net-worth / institutional	EUR 5,000+	Banking licence, fund safety, institutional pricing	Swissquote (CHF 1,000), Interactive Brokers (None), Saxo Bank (None)
Copy / social trader	EUR 50–200	Copy trading platform, low entry, social features	eToro (USD 50), AvaTrade (EUR 100)

Partner Transparency

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Pepperstone

Min. deposit: None | 2 account types | 5 deposit methods | Withdrawal: Free

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Methodology

Data source: Minimum deposit requirements sourced from each broker's official account opening page and fee schedule, accessed via the EU-regulated entity (not offshore arms) for EU-eligible brokers; brokers that do not accept EU/EEA retail clients are marked not EU-eligible and shown as published by the entity that serves international clients. Where the broker's website lists different minimums for different account types, the lowest available minimum is shown.

Account types: For EU-eligible brokers, the account types listed are those available to EU retail clients via the broker's EU-regulated entity. Some account types (e.g. cent accounts, certain ECN tiers) may only be available through offshore entities and are noted accordingly.

Deposit methods: Methods listed are those published on the broker's deposit page for EU clients. Availability may vary by country within the EU. Crypto deposit methods may route through a different (often offshore) entity.

Withdrawal fees: “Free” means no broker-imposed fee on the most common withdrawal methods. Bank intermediary fees (correspondent bank charges for international wire transfers) are not included as they are outside the broker's control.

Currency: Minimum deposits are shown in the broker's stated currency. Most EU brokers accept EUR deposits regardless of the stated minimum currency. Currency conversion fees (typically 0.3–1.0%) may apply when depositing in a currency different from the account's base currency.

Verification date: All data verified during the first two weeks of June 2026. Minimum deposits and methods can change; this is a point-in-time snapshot. We aim to update monthly.

Affiliate Disclosure

fx-brokers.eu earns commissions from Pepperstone and BlackBull Markets when visitors open funded trading accounts via links on this site. This commercial relationship does not affect the data in this comparison: minimum deposits, deposit methods, and withdrawal fees are verified independently from each broker's published terms. Non-partner brokers are included on equal terms. For full details, see our About page.

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