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Forex / CFD broker

Oanda

Head office: United States Founded 1996 Checked Oct 10, 2026

Company overview

Legal entity
OANDA Global Corporation
Head office country
United States
Parent company
FTMO Group
Year founded
1996
Official website
www.oanda.com

Regulation and licences

RegulatorRegulator nameLicence holderStatusTierMaximum leverageSource
CFTC / NFA,FCA,KNF / PFSA,MAS,CIRO,ASIC,JFSA / FSA Japan,BVI FSC Active Tier 1 1:50 —

Recorded protections

  • Negative Balance
  • Segregated
  • Compensation

Protection varies by regulated entity and jurisdiction; UK clients may have FSCS protection subject to eligibility and applicable limits.

Accounts and trading costs

Minimum deposit
0 USD
Deposit note
No minimum deposit requirement; funds are required to open positions.
Spread type
Variable
Commission
USD 0.70 per 10,000 units per leg
Execution model
Not assessed

Account types

AccountMinimum depositSpread fromCommissionMaximum leverageMargin call / stop out
Standard0Spread-only or applicable pricing$0 under spread-only1:50Entity dependent / Entity dependent
Elite Trader$10Pricing benefits/rebatesDepends on pricing1:50Entity dependent / Entity dependent

Published spreads

AccountCurrency pairLowAverageMaximum leverage
Core Spreads + CommissionEURUSD0
Core Spreads + CommissionUSDJPY0
Core Spreads + CommissionUSDCAD0
Core Spreads + CommissionGBPUSD0
Core Spreads + CommissionUSDCHF0.1
Core Spreads + CommissionAUDUSD0.2

Other fees

FeeAmountNote
Inactivity fee$20/month$20/month after 12 months of no trading activity.
Deposit fee0bank/intermediary fees may apply.
Withdrawal fee0No debit-card withdrawal fee; bank/intermediary fees may apply
Currency conversion1%1% markup/markdown

Platforms, markets and features

Trading platforms

  • MetaTrader 4
  • MetaTrader 5
  • TradingView
  • API access
  • Proprietary Web

Markets

  • Forex
  • Commodities
  • Indices
  • Shares
  • ETFs
  • Crypto
  • Bonds
  • Thematic indices

Tools and features

  • Free VPS
  • Autochartist
  • Scalping allowed
  • Eas

Mobile apps

  • iOS
  • Android

Education

  • Articles and guides
  • Video courses
  • Webinars
  • Market analysis
  • Economic calendar

Platform names: OANDA Web / OANDA Trade / fxTrade

Total instruments: 68

Forex pairs: 68

Trading hours: Forex 24/5, Crypto 24/7

Demo account: Available — Demo account available; terms vary by OANDA entity/platform.

Swap-free / Islamic account: Not listed

Mobile app name: OANDA

Funding and customer support

Funding methods

  • Bank transfer
  • Debit or credit card
  • ACH

Support channels

  • Live chat
  • Phone
  • Email
Withdrawal time
Bank wire: 1–2 business days domestic; up to 5 business days international
Support hours
24/5

Country availability

Regulatory warnings and actions

AuthorityNotice typeDateSource
NFAEnforcement actionMay 30, 2025

Data checks and sources

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Record checked: Oct 10, 2026

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Forex and CFD products are leveraged and carry a high risk of loss. This profile is informational and is not financial advice or a recommendation.