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Best CFD Brokers In The UAE

We have tested the best CFD brokers in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and all other emirates of the United Arab Emirates. Pick one of our top rated CFD trading platforms in UAE to trade safely.

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CFD
Showing 5 of 43 matching brokers
  1. 1
    Trust Platform Assets Fees Accounts Research Education Mobile Support 4.6

    FXCC provides various CFDs, including metals, energies, indices, a large selection of equities, and over 24 cryptos. The ECN XL account imposes no restrictions on CFD trading strategies, and MetaTrader offers strong charting tools and risk management features, such as take profit and stop loss orders.

    FTSE Spread
    1.10
    GBPUSD Spread
    0.4
    Stocks Spread
    0.17 (Apple)
    Demo Account
    Yes
    Minimum Deposit
    $0
    Minimum Trade
    0.01 Lots
    Leverage
    1:1000 (Exceeds FCA limits; high risk) (Exceeds CIRO limits; high risk)
    Copy Trading
    Yes
    Regulator
    CySEC, MISA
    Instruments
    CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Metals, Energies, Crypto
    Platforms
    MT4, MT5
    Account Currencies
    USD, EUR, GBP, CAD
  2. 2

    XM

    United Arab Emirates
    Trust Platform Assets Fees Accounts Research Education Mobile Support 4.8

    XM provides CFD traders with flexible leverage and a wide range of markets, including custom indices for sectors like artificial intelligence. The MT4/MT5 platforms are fast and reliable, and traders using algorithmic strategies can access a free VPS.

    FTSE Spread
    1.4
    GBPUSD Spread
    0.8
    Stocks Spread
    0.002
    Demo Account
    Yes
    Minimum Deposit
    $5
    Minimum Trade
    0.01 Lots
    Leverage
    1:10001:30
    Copy Trading
    Yes
    Regulator
    CySEC, DFSA, FSCA, SCA, FSA, FSC-Belize, FSC-Mauritius, CMA-Kenya, CMA-UAE
    Instruments
    CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Commodities, Indices, Thematic Indices, Precious Metals, Energies
    Platforms
    MT4, MT5, TradingCentral
    Account Currencies
    USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, ZAR
  3. 3
    Trust Platform Assets Fees Accounts Research Education Mobile Support 4.9

    AvaTrade offers over 1250+ leveraged CFD products in various asset classes, such as stocks, indices, commodities, bonds, crypto, and ETFs. You can trade on both rising and falling prices using the broker’s advanced web and mobile platforms, which include top research tools for finding short-term trading opportunities.

    FTSE Spread
    0.5
    GBPUSD Spread
    1.5
    Stocks Spread
    0.13
    Demo Account
    Yes
    Minimum Deposit
    $300$100
    Minimum Trade
    0.01 Lots
    Leverage
    1:30 (Retail) 1:400 (Pro)
    Copy Trading
    Yes
    Regulator
    ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, ISA, CBI, JFSA, BVI, FSRA/ADGM, AFM, CMA-Kenya, CIRO (via Friedberg Direct)
    Instruments
    CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, ETFs, Bonds, Crypto, Spread Betting, Futures
    Platforms
    WebTrader, AvaTradeGO, AvaOptions, AvaFutures, MT4, MT5, AlgoTrader, TradingView, TradingCentral, DupliTrade
    Account Currencies
    USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, ZAR
  4. 4

    IC

    United Arab Emirates
    Trust Platform Assets Fees Accounts Research Education Mobile Support 4.8

    Access over 2,250 CFDs, available for trading 24/5 in popular markets like forex, commodities, indices, stocks, and bonds. Using deep liquidity and advanced bridge technology, IC provides ideal conditions for scalpers, hedgers, and algo traders.

    FTSE Spread
    1.0
    GBPUSD Spread
    0.23
    Stocks Spread
    0.02
    Demo Account
    Yes
    Minimum Deposit
    $200
    Minimum Trade
    0.01 Lots
    Leverage
    1:5000
    Copy Trading
    Yes
    Regulator
    ASIC, CySEC, FSA, SCB, CMA-Kenya
    Instruments
    CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, Futures, Crypto
    Platforms
    MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, TradingCentral, DupliTrade, Quantower
    Account Currencies
    USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, NZD, JPY, CHF, HKD, SGD
  5. 5
    Trust Platform Assets Fees Accounts Research Education Mobile Support 4.4

    Trade CFDs with leverage on more than 1000 assets at low-cost spreads. Use the broker's signals to know when to start and stop trades.

    FTSE Spread
    From 0.4
    GBPUSD Spread
    From 0.6
    Stocks Spread
    Variable
    Demo Account
    Yes
    Minimum Deposit
    R1000$0
    Minimum Trade
    0.1 Lots
    Leverage
    1:30 (FCA, CMVM, ASIC), 1:200 (FSCA, SCB), 1:500 (FSA)
    Copy Trading
    Yes
    Regulator
    FCA, ASIC, CMVM , FSCA, SCB, FSA
    Instruments
    CFDs, Forex, Indices, Shares, Commodities, Futures, Bonds, Spread Betting (UK and Ireland only), Cryptos (Bahamas entity only)
    Platforms
    TN Trader, MT4, TradingView
    Account Currencies
    USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, ZAR, SEK, NOK, DKK

Compare Brokers

Broker
United Arab Emirates
AED Account
FTSE Spread
GBPUSD Spread
Stocks Spread
Demo Account
Minimum Deposit
Minimum Trade
Leverage
Copy Trading
Regulator
Instruments
Platforms
Account Currencies
FXCC
1.10 0.4 0.17 (Apple) $0 0.01 Lots 1:1000 (Exceeds FCA limits; high risk) (Exceeds CIRO limits; high risk) CySEC, MISA CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Metals, Energies, Crypto MT4, MT5 USD, EUR, GBP, CAD
XM
1.4 0.8 0.002 $5 0.01 Lots 1:10001:30 CySEC, DFSA, FSCA, SCA, FSA, FSC-Belize, FSC-Mauritius, CMA-Kenya, CMA-UAE CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Commodities, Indices, Thematic Indices, Precious Metals, Energies MT4, MT5, TradingCentral USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, ZAR
AvaTrade
0.5 1.5 0.13 $300$100 0.01 Lots 1:30 (Retail) 1:400 (Pro) ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, ISA, CBI, JFSA, BVI, FSRA/ADGM, AFM, CMA-Kenya, CIRO (via Friedberg Direct) CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, ETFs, Bonds, Crypto, Spread Betting, Futures WebTrader, AvaTradeGO, AvaOptions, AvaFutures, MT4, MT5, AlgoTrader, TradingView, TradingCentral, DupliTrade USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, ZAR
IC
1.0 0.23 0.02 $200 0.01 Lots 1:5000 ASIC, CySEC, FSA, SCB, CMA-Kenya CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, Futures, Crypto MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, TradingCentral, DupliTrade, Quantower USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, NZD, JPY, CHF, HKD, SGD
Trade Nation
From 0.4 From 0.6 Variable R1000$0 0.1 Lots 1:30 (FCA, CMVM, ASIC), 1:200 (FSCA, SCB), 1:500 (FSA) FCA, ASIC, CMVM , FSCA, SCB, FSA CFDs, Forex, Indices, Shares, Commodities, Futures, Bonds, Spread Betting (UK and Ireland only), Cryptos (Bahamas entity only) TN Trader, MT4, TradingView USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, ZAR, SEK, NOK, DKK
Broker
United Arab Emirates
AED Account
FTSE Spread
GBPUSD Spread
Stocks Spread
Demo Account
Minimum Deposit
Minimum Trade
Leverage
Copy Trading
Regulator
Instruments
Platforms
Account Currencies

Safety Comparison

Compare how safe the Best CFD Brokers In The UAE are.

Broker
Trust Rating
Guaranteed Stop Loss
Negative Balance Protection
Segregated Accounts
FXCC
3.6
XM
4.5
AvaTrade
4.5
IC
4.6
Trade Nation
4.3
Broker
Trust Rating
Guaranteed Stop Loss
Negative Balance Protection
Segregated Accounts

Mobile Trading Comparison

Compare the mobile trading features of the Best CFD Brokers In The UAE.

Broker
Mobile Apps
iOS Rating
Android Rating
Smart Watch App
FXCC iOS & Android
4.8
4.4
XM iOS, Android & Windows
4.7
3.9
AvaTrade iOS & Android
4.3
4.0
IC iOS & Android
3.1
4.2
Trade Nation iOS & Android
4.5
4.5
Broker
Mobile Apps
iOS Rating
Android Rating
Smart Watch App

Comparison for Beginners

Compare how suitable the Best CFD Brokers In The UAE are for beginners.

Broker
Demo Account
Minimum Deposit
Minimum Trade
Education Rating
Support Rating
Fractional Shares
Demo Competitions
FXCC $0 0.01 Lots
2.5
4.8
XM $5 0.01 Lots
4.8
4.9
AvaTrade $300$100 0.01 Lots
4.5
4.3
IC $200 0.01 Lots
3.5
4.5
Trade Nation R1000$0 0.1 Lots
4.2
4.9
Broker
Demo Account
Minimum Deposit
Minimum Trade
Education Rating
Support Rating
Fractional Shares
Demo Competitions

Comparison for Advanced Traders

Compare how suitable the Best CFD Brokers In The UAE are for advanced or professional traders.

Broker
Automated Trading
VPS
API
AI
Pro Account
Leverage
Low Latency
Extended Hours
FXCC Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader 1:1000 (Exceeds FCA limits; high risk) (Exceeds CIRO limits; high risk)
XM Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader 1:10001:30
AvaTrade Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader 1:30 (Retail) 1:400 (Pro)
IC Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader, cBots on cTrader, Myfxbook AutoTrade 1:5000
Trade Nation Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader 1:30 (FCA, CMVM, ASIC), 1:200 (FSCA, SCB), 1:500 (FSA)
Broker
Automated Trading
VPS
API
AI
Pro Account
Leverage
Low Latency
Extended Hours

Accounts Comparison

Compare the trading accounts offered by Best CFD Brokers In The UAE.

Broker
Demo Account
Interest on Cash
Islamic Account
Joint Account
Managed Account
PAMM
MAM
LAMM
Pro Account
FXCC
XM
AvaTrade USD: 2.7%
IC
Trade Nation
Broker
Demo Account
Interest on Cash
Islamic Account
Joint Account
Managed Account
PAMM
MAM
LAMM
Pro Account

Detailed Rating Comparison

Compare how we rated the Best CFD Brokers In The UAE in key areas.

Broker
Trust
Platforms
Assets
Mobile
Fees
Accounts
Research
Education
Support
FXCC
3.6
3.8
3.8
4.6
4.5
3.8
2.0
2.5
4.8
XM
4.5
4.8
4.5
4.3
4.0
4.5
4.3
4.8
4.9
AvaTrade
4.5
4.3
4.5
4.2
3.8
4.3
4.3
4.5
4.3
IC
4.6
4.0
3.5
3.7
4.6
4.0
4.0
3.5
4.5
Trade Nation
4.3
3.9
3.7
4.5
4.3
4.2
3.9
4.2
4.9
Broker
Trust
Platforms
Assets
Mobile
Fees
Accounts
Research
Education
Support

Fee and Cost Comparison

Compare the cost of trading with the Best CFD Brokers In The UAE.

Broker
Cost Rating
Fixed Spreads
Inactivity Fee
CFD FTSE Spread
CFD GBP/USD Spread
CFD Oil Spread
CFD Stocks Spread
FXCC
4.5
$5 1.10 0.4 0.035 0.17 (Apple)
XM
4.0
$5 1.4 0.8 0.03 0.002
AvaTrade
3.8
$50 0.5 1.5 0.02 0.13
IC
4.6
$0 1.0 0.23 0.03 0.02
Trade Nation
4.3
$0 From 0.4 From 0.6 From 3.0 Variable
Broker
Cost Rating
Fixed Spreads
Inactivity Fee
CFD FTSE Spread
CFD GBP/USD Spread
CFD Oil Spread
CFD Stocks Spread

Customer Ratings

Compare how customers of these brokers feel about them, with real user ratings from Trustpilot, the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Broker
Customers
Trustpilot Score
Trustpilot Reviews
Android App Rating
iOS App Rating
FXCC
4.6
207
4.4
4.8
XM 20,000,000
2.1
3,132
3.9
4.7
AvaTrade 400,000
4.8
13,282
4.0
4.3
IC 200,000
3.0
2
4.2
3.1
Trade Nation
4.4
2,082
4.5
4.5
Broker
Customers
Trustpilot Score
Trustpilot Reviews
Android App Rating
iOS App Rating

Broker Popularity

See how popular the Best CFD Brokers In The UAE are in terms of number of clients.

Broker Popularity
XM
20,000,000
AvaTrade
400,000
IC
200,000

Why Trade With FXCC?

FXCC is an excellent choice for traders, offering over 70 currency pairs, ultra-tight spreads from 0.0 pips during testing, and a free VPS for eligible traders.
James Barra
Review Author

Pros

  • FXCC's ECN XL account is designed for active traders, offering spreads from 0.0 without commission and meeting our execution speed standards.
  • FXCC has expanded its services by including MT5 in its platforms, adding hundreds of stocks and more cryptocurrencies, as well as introducing copy trading and more margin trading options.
  • Customer support still depends on human agents, providing live chat response times of under three minutes in our tests, with knowledgeable representatives. This is a welcome change from the often frustrating AI chatbots now common among brokers.

Cons

  • FXCC imposes high withdrawal fees, such as $45 for bank transfers and 2% for cryptocurrency transfers, which can reduce the earnings of traders who frequently withdraw funds.
  • FXCC has expanded to include US, European, and Asian stocks, but offers limited metals and energy options, and no soft commodities.
  • FXCC's offshore entity, though regulated by CySEC, operates under limited oversight from MISA and may not offer protections such as investor compensation if the broker becomes insolvent.

Why Trade With XM?

With a $5 minimum deposit, advanced charting on MT4 and MT5, a growing range of markets, and a Zero account with spreads from 0.0, XM offers what traders need. They have even won our 'Best MT4/MT5 Broker' award recently.
Christian Harris
Review Author

Pros

  • XM offers over 1,400 instruments for short-term trading, including unique turbo stocks, fractional shares, and thematic indices.
  • In late 2025, XM received a category 5 license from the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) of the United Arab Emirates, enhancing its regulatory standing and positioning it as a strong choice for traders in the Middle East.
  • XM's customer support offers 24/7 assistance in 30 languages, with response times under 2 minutes and an expanding Telegram channel.

Cons

  • Although generally trusted and well-regulated in some areas, XM also has global entities registered with weaker regulators like FSC (Belize) and FSA (Seychelles). Additionally, it no longer accepts UK clients, limiting its market reach.
  • XM only uses MetaTrader platforms for desktop trading, meaning there is no customizable downloadable option for a more beginner-friendly experience with unique features.
  • The XM app is user-friendly and offers unique copy trading products, but its technical analysis tools need enhancement for advanced traders.
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74.12% of retail accounts lose money.

Why Trade With AvaTrade?

AvaTrade provides traders with essential tools: an intuitive WebTrader, strong AvaProtect risk management, a quick 5-minute sign-up, and reliable support for fast-paced markets.
Christian Harris
Review Author

Pros

  • AvaTrade introduced AvaFutures for low-margin global market access and expanded in 2025 by adding CME’s Micro Grain Futures. Later that year, they integrated with TradingView.
  • The WebTrader performed well in our tests, featuring an easy-to-use interface for beginners and strong charting tools, including 6 chart layouts and over 60 technical indicators.
  • AvaTrade is still among the few brokers with a custom risk management tool, AvaProtect, which insures losses up to $1M for a fee and is simple to use on the platform.

Cons

  • Signing up is easy, but AvaTrade doesn't offer an ECN account like Pepperstone or IC Markets, which provides raw spreads and fast execution that many traders want.
  • The AvaSocial app is satisfactory but could be better. Its design, usability, and navigation between strategy providers and account management need improvement to compete with top platforms like eToro.
  • AvaTrade’s WebTrader has improved, but it needs more customization as widgets like market watch and watchlists can't be hidden, moved, or resized.
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79% of retail accounts lose money with this provider.

Why Trade With IC?

IC, formerly IC Markets, provides excellent pricing, very fast execution, and easy deposits. With advanced charting platforms like TradingView and the Raw Trader Plus account, it is a leading choice for intermediate to advanced traders.
Christian Harris
Review Author

Pros

  • IC won DayTrading.com's 'Best MT4/MT5 Broker' in 2025 for its outstanding MetaTrader integration, developed over years to enhance the platform experience.
  • IC provides reliable 24/7 support, especially for accounts and funding, based on firsthand experience.
  • You can trade more than 2,250 CFDs in various markets, such as forex, commodities, indices, stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies. This range enables varied trading strategies.

Cons

  • The range and quality of educational materials, such as tutorials and webinars, require improvement. This lag falls behind competitors like CMC Markets and reduces its suitability for novice traders.
  • Despite having four top-tier third-party platforms, there is no in-house software or trading app specifically designed for new traders.
  • Interest is not earned on unused funds, a feature commonly available at other platforms such as Interactive Brokers.

Why Trade With Trade Nation?

Trade Nation is suitable for discretionary traders interested in speculating on major indices like the US 500 or liquid FX pairs, with the predictability of fixed spreads. Our tests showed the fixed-spread TN Trader platform is beneficial for trading during scheduled economic releases due to its reliable charting and capped spreads.
James Barra
Review Author

Pros

  • The broker expanded into Europe with regulated online trading services after getting approval from Portugal's CVMV, enhancing safety protections for European users.
  • Trade Nation accounts can now connect with TradingView, enabling advanced multi-charts and direct trade execution.
  • Trade Nation's 2026 partnership with Volt has accelerated payments for Australian traders. They can now make instant deposits and withdrawals using PayID. Faster payout features are planned for clients in the UK and EU.

Cons

  • The 2–20% rebate program is not available to FCA, CMVM, and ASIC clients, so active traders in these areas cannot receive transaction rebates.
  • There is no raw or ECN pricing, which many traders prefer. Regardless of your deposit or trading volume, you will use the same fixed (or variable on MT4) pricing as beginners, making it unsuitable for scalpers.
  • Withdrawals may take up to five business days. This is average for the industry but slower than the 1-3 days that some brokers now offer to reduce complaints from retail investors.
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67.3% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. 84% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider.
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