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AnalystFebruary 2026

INGOT Brokers

INGOT Brokers is a multi-regulated forex and CFD broker founded in 2006, offering access to 1,000+ instruments via MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Regulated by ASIC in Australia (AFSL 428015), CySEC in Cyprus (CIF 462/25), FSA Seychelles (SD117), the Jordan Securities Commission (JSC), and Dubai's Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), INGOT Brokers provides a range of account types from as low as $1 minimum deposit, spreads from 0.0 pips on ECN accounts, and Islamic (swap-free) options across all tiers.

Available in United StatesRegulated by ASIC

Editor Rating

3.5 / 5

Calculated from 7+ safety & service metrics

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Minimum Deposit

$1

EUR/USD spread

1.2 pips (Standard); 0.7 pips (EVO); 0.0+ (ECN)

pips
Max Leverage

1:30

Instruments

1000+

Pros

  • ASIC-regulated in Australia (AFSL 428015) — genuine Tier 1 regulation with segregated client funds
  • Newly acquired CySEC license (CIF 462/25) for EU expansion — ICF protection up to €20,000
  • Exceptionally low entry barrier — Elite account from $1, EVO from $10
  • ECN raw-spread account with 0.0 pips and $7/lot RT commission — competitive for active traders
  • Islamic (swap-free) accounts available across all tiers — strong for MENA clients

Cons

  • Offshore entity (FSA Seychelles, SD117) offers materially weaker investor protection than ASIC or CySEC
  • Standard account EUR/USD spread of 1.2 pips is average — not competitive vs discount ECN brokers
  • Mixed user reviews regarding withdrawal processing times and customer support responsiveness
  • No proprietary trading platform — entirely reliant on MetaTrader suite
  • Research and education are basic compared to brokers like OANDA, Saxo Bank, or Interactive Brokers

Who is it for?

INGOT Brokers is a multi-regulated broker with an exceptionally low entry barrier ($1 on Elite account), diverse account tiers for all experience levels, and strong regional presence in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. ASIC and CySEC regulation provide credibility, while the FSA Seychelles offshore entity offers high leverage for non-EU/AU clients.

Beginner-friendly

Is INGOT Brokers Safe?

Regulator

ASIC

License Holder

INGOT AU PTY LTD

No statutory compensation scheme

ASIC does not operate a formal investor compensation fund for retail forex and CFD clients. Client fund segregation requirements may still apply.

Safety Score

Medium Confidence
3.5/ 5

Editorial Summary

INGOT Brokers benefits from Australian ASIC regulation (Tier 1) and a newly acquired CySEC license (CIF 462/25) for EU coverage. The offshore entity (FSA Seychelles, SD117) offers weaker protections. The ASIC entity provides segregated client funds. The CySEC entity will offer ICF coverage up to €20,000 once fully operational. The Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) and Dubai SCA licenses provide MENA coverage but are not Tier 1 regulators.

Client Fund Protection

Protection Snapshot

Client Fund SegregationYes
Negative Balance ProtectionYes (where required by regulation)
Compensation SchemeVaries by jurisdiction
Australian clients under ASIC benefit from mandatory segregated client funds. EU clients under CySEC will be covered by the Investor Compensation Fund (ICF) up to €20,000 once the EU entity is fully operational. Negative balance protection applies to ASIC and CySEC-regulated accounts. Offshore clients under FSA Seychelles have limited statutory protection.

Limitations

CySEC entity (462/25) was only licensed in November 2025 and EU operations had not fully commenced as of early 2026. Offshore clients under FSA Seychelles have no meaningful compensation scheme. Some user reviews raise concerns about withdrawal processing and customer service quality.

Regulatory Oversight

Regulatory Coverage

Tier-1 & Recognized RegulatorsASIC, CySEC
Coverage ScopeRegional and international
Enforcement HistoryNo material public enforcement actions identified

Editorial Summary

INGOT Brokers holds ASIC regulation (AFSL 428015) — a Tier 1 regulator — which provides significant credibility for Australian clients. The November 2025 CySEC license acquisition (CIF 462/25) signals expansion into the EU with enhanced protections. However, the offshore FSA Seychelles entity (SD117) used for global/MENA clients offers materially weaker protections. The JSC (Jordan) and SCA (Dubai) licenses serve regional MENA markets.
Safety Score

Founded

2006

Company Facts

Headquarters

Australia

Founded

2006

Publicly Listed

No

Bank-backed

No

License Summary

RegulatorLegal EntityLicense
ASICINGOT AU PTY LTD
Authorized

428015

CySECINGOT Brokers Europe Ltd
Authorized

462/25

FSA SeychellesINGOT Global Ltd
Authorized

SD117

INGOT Brokers Fees and Spreads

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Costs at a glance

INGOT Brokers offers competitive pricing across its tiered accounts. The Standard account is commission-free with spreads from 1.2 pips. The EVO account reduces spreads to 0.7 pips with a $10 minimum deposit. The ECN account provides raw spreads from 0.0 pips with a $7 per lot round-turn commission. The Prime account ($25,000 minimum) offers the tightest institutional pricing at $5 per round-turn lot.

EUR/USD typical spread

1.2 pips (Standard); 0.7 pips (EVO); 0.0+ (ECN)

Crypto costs

Average

Commissions

Disclosed

Varies by instrument

Non-trading fees

Low

Real trading costs may vary depending on liquidity, volatility, and account structure.

Fee breakdown

Fee typeDetails
Trading
SpreadsVariable spreads across all accounts. Standard: from 1.2 pips EUR/USD (commission-free). EVO: from 0.7 pips EUR/USD (commission-free). ECN: from 0.0 pips EUR/USD ($7/lot round-turn commission). Prime: from 0.0 pips EUR/USD ($5/lot round-turn commission). Spreads may widen significantly during low-liquidity periods and weekends.
CommissionsZero commission on Standard, EVO, and Elite accounts. ECN: $7 per round-turn lot. Prime: $5 per round-turn lot. Stock CFDs: standard commission applies.
Execution notesMarket execution via STP/NDD model. MT4 and MT5 supported across all tiers. Maximum leverage varies from 1:30 (ASIC/CySEC-regulated entities) to 1:500 (FSA Seychelles offshore entity).
Non-trading
Withdrawal feesINGOT Brokers states no deposit or withdrawal fees from their side. However, third-party bank/wire transfer and currency conversion fees from payment providers may apply. Return-to-source policy applies for withdrawals.
Inactivity fee$10/month after 6 months of inactivity on the account.
Currency conversionCurrency conversion fees apply for non-base currency deposits. Base currency options include USD, AUD, EUR, GBP.
Example trade cost: 1 lot EUR/USD on Standard (1.2 pips) ≈ $12 round-trip. 1 lot EUR/USD on ECN (0.0 pips + $7 commission) ≈ $7 round-trip.

How we assess fees

Costs assessed using published spread data from INGOT Brokers' official website and verified against third-party review sources. EUR/USD spreads verified across Standard (1.2 pips), EVO (0.7 pips), and ECN (0.0 pips + $7/lot) accounts. Non-trading fees (inactivity, withdrawal) verified via official fee schedule and regulatory documentation.

Fees & Cost Assessment

Is this broker cheap, average, or expensive? Our editorial assessment normalizes costs across account types to give you a clear answer.

Cost Score

Medium Confidence
3.5/ 5

Editorial Summary

INGOT Brokers offers competitive pricing on its ECN and Prime accounts, with raw spreads from 0.0 pips. The Standard account at 1.2 pips EUR/USD is average for the industry. The EVO account at 0.7 pips provides a good middle ground. Non-trading fees are minimal aside from the inactivity charge.

Trading Cost Implications

Cost Snapshot

Spread CompetitivenessCompetitive
Commission StructureVariable
Execution ModelHybrid

Editorial Explanation

Trading costs vary significantly by account type. The ECN account ($7/lot RT) with 0.0 pips raw spreads is competitive versus peers like IC Markets and Pepperstone. The Standard account (1.2 pips, commission-free) is average. The Prime account ($5/lot RT, $25k min deposit) targets institutional clients.

Limitations

Standard account spreads of 1.2 pips are not competitive versus discount ECN brokers. The $25,000 minimum for Prime pricing puts the tightest spreads out of reach for most retail traders. Crypto spreads are higher than specialist exchanges.

Non-Trading Cost Considerations

Cost Snapshot

Withdrawal FeesNone
Inactivity FeesLow
FX Conversion FeesApplies

Editorial Explanation

No withdrawal fees charged by INGOT Brokers (third-party bank fees may apply). Inactivity fee of $10/month after 6 months. Currency conversion fees apply for non-base currency deposits.

Limitations

The inactivity trigger at 6 months is shorter than the 12-month industry norm. Currency conversion fees may accumulate for clients with non-USD base accounts.

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INGOT Brokers Platforms and Tools

Available Platforms

MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 4
MetaTrader 4

Platform Quality Assessment

MetaTrader 5

MetaTrader 5

Best For:Technical analysis, multi-asset trading, Expert Advisors

INGOT Brokers offers MT5 with full EA support, Depth of Market, and multi-asset capability. The standard MT5 feature set is available with no INGOT-specific plugins or enhancements beyond standard server-side configuration.

Limitations

No proprietary platform — reliant entirely on MetaTrader suite. Mobile charting is functional but less rich than TWS-type platforms.

Quality Snapshot

UsabilityGood
PerformanceGood
ToolsExcellent
AutomationExcellent
MetaTrader 4

MetaTrader 4

Best For:Forex-focused trading, legacy EA strategies

MT4 remains available for clients who prefer the legacy platform or have existing MT4-based Expert Advisors. INGOT Brokers supports both platforms simultaneously on the same account.

Limitations

MT4 is increasingly dated — limited to 9 timeframes and lacks the multi-threaded strategy tester of MT5. No exchange-level market depth.

Quality Snapshot

UsabilityGood
PerformanceGood
ToolsGood
AutomationExcellent

Markets & Instruments

Forex
Offered50 pairs
Stocks
Offered500 instruments
Crypto
Offered25 instruments
ETFs
Offered40 instruments
CFDs
Offered

1000+ instruments available across all markets

How to Deposit and Withdraw at INGOT Brokers

Payment methods

MethodAvailableTypical deposit time
Bank Transfer1–3 business days
Credit/Debit CardInstant
PayPal
SkrillInstant
NetellerInstant
Wise
Revolut
CryptoNetwork dependent

Withdrawal processing

Processing time1-3 business days (e-wallets); up to 14 calendar days (bank wire)

Actual processing times may vary by payment method and jurisdiction.

Customer support

Live Chat

Available

Phone

Available

Email

Available

Callback

Not available

Availability & languages

Support hours

24/5

Languages

English, Arabic, Chinese, Malay, Indonesian, French, Spanish

INGOT Brokers Account Types

Elite

Execution

Market

Min Deposit

$1

Spread from

1

Commission

Zero commission

Instruments: All instruments; leverage up to 1:500

EVO

Execution

Market

Min Deposit

$10

Spread from

0.7

Commission

Zero commission

Instruments: All instruments

Standard

Execution

Market

Min Deposit

$100

Spread from

1.2

Commission

Zero commission

Instruments: All instruments

Trading conditions may vary based on account selection and regulatory jurisdiction.

Education & Research

Education

INGOT Brokers provides a reasonable library of educational content targeting beginners and intermediate traders. Resources include video tutorials, webinars, market glossaries, and written guides covering forex basics, technical analysis, and risk management. The onboarding process is guided with structured account setup steps.

Limitations

Advanced strategy content is limited compared to top-tier brokers. No structured learning academy with progress tracking. Research and education feel more promotional than institutional in nature.

Quality Snapshot

Overall LevelModerate
Target AudienceBeginners traders
FormatsVideo tutorials, Webinars, Articles, Glossary
Onboarding SupportStructured

Research & Market Insights

Research tools include an economic calendar, periodic market analysis articles, and Trading Central signals available on higher-tier accounts. Real-time data is available through MT4/MT5 price feeds.

Limitations

No premium third-party research integrations (e.g. Morningstar, Reuters) for standard accounts. Research depth is notably below Interactive Brokers, Saxo Bank, or OANDA. Limited proprietary market commentary.

Quality Snapshot

Research DepthLimited
SourcesIn-house analysis, Trading Central (select accounts)
Tools AvailableEconomic calendar, Market analysis articles, Trading signals (select accounts)
Real-Time DataPartial

INGOT Brokers Review

Editor Rating Breakdown

Overall
3.5
out of 5.0

Verdict

Average

Safety & Regulation
3.5
Fees & Costs
3.5
Markets & Instruments
3.5
Platforms & Tools
3.6
Account Opening
4.0
Deposits & Withdrawals
3.5
Customer Support
3.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

INGOT Brokers is regulated by ASIC in Australia (AFSL 428015) — a Tier 1 regulator. It also holds a CySEC license in Cyprus (CIF 462/25), an FSA Seychelles license (SD117), and is authorized by the Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) and Dubai SCA. Australian clients benefit from mandatory segregated client funds under ASIC rules. However, the offshore FSA Seychelles entity offers weaker statutory protections.

Risk Warning

CFDs are complex instruments. 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money.

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