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South Africa · ATRIAFINANCIAL HOLDINGS LTD
Tier-2 regulated South Africa 5-10 years Stocks, currencies Main market: SA
0.0/ 10
Trust score

Good

Solid, well-regulated profile suitable for most traders.

Licensed-broker average 5.3 / 10
evest is regulated only in an offshore jurisdiction, which offers limited investor protection. See what this means →
User reviews
License status
Offshore
Operating since
2003
Platforms
Evest Global Markets App
Min. deposit
Max. leverage
1:400
Account types
Website status
Unknown

evest Review — Overview

Updated 29 Jul 2026
Regulation
Tier-2 regulated
Licence
FSCA · No. Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA)RegulatedSouth AfricaRetail Forex License36060Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC)Offshore RegulatedVanuatuRetail Forex License17910What Can I Trade on Evest?Evest provides access to over 400 financial instruments, including stocks, currencies, commod • VFSC
Licence status
Regulated
Platforms
Evest Global Markets App
Max. leverage
1:400
Instruments
Stocks, currencies, commodities, indices
Typical spread
From 1.8 pips (Silver account)
Operating
Est. 2003
Main market
SA
Entity
ATRIAFINANCIAL HOLDINGS LTD
Website
Unknown

evest is a forex & CFD broker based in South Africa, established in 2003. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 7.1 out of 10, which we rate as Good — above the 5.3/10 average for brokers that hold a verified licence. Solid, well-regulated profile suitable for most traders.

evest's licence comes from an offshore jurisdiction (FSCA and VFSC). Offshore regulation is far lighter than tier-1 oversight from bodies like the FCA (UK) or ASIC (Australia): there is usually no compensation scheme, and recovering funds can be difficult if the broker runs into trouble. Treat it with extra caution and verify the licence on the regulator's own register.

evest provides access to Stocks, currencies, commodities, indices. Published conditions include leverage up to 1:400. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, evest looks like a credible option — but always verify the licence yourself and start with a small amount.

Trust score breakdown

How is this calculated?
Regulation tier & jurisdiction 8.0 / 10 × 50%
Transparency public disclosure 8.0 / 10 × 20%
Footprint track record 10.0 / 10 × 15%
Reviews no verified trader feedback yet 3.0 / 10 × 10%
Complaint record no complaints on record 10.0 / 10 × 5%
Weighted total 7.90
Data completeness 8 of 10 facts verified 80%  ×0.90
Trust Score 7.1 / 10

Trust Score history

evest currently scores 7.1/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.

Pros

  • Holds a FSCA licence
  • No unresolved complaints on record
  • Listed in our verified broker directory

Cons

  • Offshore-only regulation with weaker investor protection
  • Always verify the licence directly before depositing

Regulation

2 licences
South Africa flag
FSCA — South Africa
ATRIAFINANCIAL HOLDINGS LTD
Regulated · No. Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA)RegulatedSouth AfricaRetail Forex License36060Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC)Offshore RegulatedVanuatuRetail Forex License17910What Can I Trade on Evest?Evest provides access to over 400 financial instruments, including stocks, currencies, commod
Tier 2 · Mid
Verified
Vanuatu flag
VFSC — Vanuatu
ATRIAFINANCIAL HOLDINGS LTD
Licence
Tier 3 · Offshore
Verified

Offshore (tier-3) regulators typically have lower capital requirements and no compensation scheme. Funds may not be protected if the broker fails.

Trading conditions

Self-reported
InstrumentsStocks, currencies, commodities, indices, and cryptocurrencies
Minimum depositNot disclosed
Maximum leverage1:400
Typical spreadFrom 1.8 pips (Silver account)
PlatformsEvest Global Markets App
Demo account

We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.

Our verdict on evest

Editorial · updated 29 Jul 2026
Our analysis · editorial 7.1/10

Solid profile, with some caveats

evest is regulated under a mid-tier authority (FSCA, VFSC). Based in South Africa, it has been operating for about 23 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 7.1/10 — a reasonable profile.

Strengths
  • Holds a recognised mid-tier licence (FSCA, VFSC)
  • Holds 2 regulatory licences across multiple jurisdictions
  • Long 23-year operating track record
  • No complaints on record with us
  • Supports Evest Global Markets App trading
Watch-outs
  • Always confirm the licensed entity covers traders in your country
Bottom line: A reasonable option, but confirm the entity you open an account with is the regulated one.

This is Trust Broker Hub's data-driven editorial assessment — not a user review. It is generated automatically from regulation, licensing, company age and complaint records, and updates as those change.

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Complaints & alerts

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Full specifications

Regulated region
South Africa
Operating period
5-10 years
Main market
SA
License status
Regulated
Instruments
Stocks, currencies, commodities, indices, and cryptocurrencies
Year founded
2003

Frequently asked

Is evest a safe broker?
evest scores 7.1 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 5.3 average for brokers that hold a verified licence. It is only offshore-regulated, which means weaker protection. It has no complaints on record with us. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the evest trust score calculated?
The score weighs five factors: regulation tier, transparency of disclosures, operating footprint, user sentiment, and complaint history. Each is scored out of 10 and combined into the overall figure shown at the top. Read our methodology.
What does "offshore regulated" mean?
It means the broker's licence comes from a jurisdiction with lighter requirements than tier-1 regulators like the FCA or ASIC. There's usually no compensation scheme, so recovering funds can be difficult if the broker fails.
Can I withdraw funds easily from evest?
evest publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.