FSCA — South Africa
IFCMARKETS. CORP.
Regulated
IFC Markets Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-2 regulated
Licence
FSCA • LFSA
Licence status
Regulated
Platforms
Net Trade X, MT4, MT5
Max. leverage
1:400
Instruments
Indices, Forex, ETF, CFDs
Typical spread
0.4 - 1.8 pips
Operating
Est. 2005
Main market
UA
Entity
IFCMARKETS. CORP.
Website
Unknown
IFC Markets is a forex & CFD broker based in South Africa, established in 2005. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 6.7 out of 10, which we rate as Fair — above the 5.3/10 average for brokers that hold a verified licence. Mixed profile — check regulation and conditions before depositing.
IFC Markets's licence comes from an offshore jurisdiction (FSCA, LFSA, CYSEC and FSC). 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.
IFC Markets provides access to Indices, Forex, ETF, CFDs. Published conditions include leverage up to 1:400. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, IFC Markets has a mixed profile: check its regulation and conditions carefully before depositing.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?
Weighted total
7.90
Data completeness
7 of 10 facts verified
70% ×0.85
Trust Score
6.7 / 10
Trust Score history
IFC Markets currently scores 6.7/10. 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
Tier 2 · Mid
Verified
LFSA — Malaysia
IFCMARKETS. CORP.
Licence
Tier 3 · Offshore
Verified
CYSEC — Cyprus
IFCMARKETS. CORP.
Licence
Tier 2 · Mid
Verified
FSC — United Kingdom
IFCMARKETS. CORP.
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
| Instruments | Indices, Forex, ETF, CFDs, Metals, Cryptocurrencies |
| Minimum deposit | Not disclosed |
| Maximum leverage | 1:400 |
| Typical spread | 0.4 - 1.8 pips |
| Platforms | Net Trade X, MT4, MT5 |
| Demo account | ✅ |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on IFC Markets
Our analysis · editorial
6.7/10
Solid profile, with some caveats
IFC Markets is regulated under a mid-tier authority (FSCA, LFSA, CYSEC, FSC). Based in South Africa, it has been operating for about 21 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 6.7/10 — a reasonable profile.
Strengths
- Holds a recognised mid-tier licence (FSCA, LFSA, CYSEC, FSC)
- Holds 4 regulatory licences across multiple jurisdictions
- Long 21-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports Net Trade X & MT4 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
No complaints or regulator warnings on record
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Full specifications
Regulated region
South Africa
Operating period
5-10 years
Main market
UA
License status
Regulated
Instruments
Indices, Forex, ETF, CFDs, Metals, Cryptocurrencies
Year founded
2005
Frequently asked
Is IFC Markets a safe broker?
IFC Markets scores 6.7 / 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 IFC Markets 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 IFC Markets?
IFC Markets publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.