How To Connect IC Markets to MT5
IC Markets supports MT5 directly. You create accounts in the client portal, and the platform connects using a login number, password, and server name.
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Step-By-Step Connection
- Log in to the IC Markets Client Portal.
- Go to ‘My Accounts’ and click ‘Create Live Account.’ Then select MT5 as the platform.
- Note your MT5 account number and set a trading password (separate from your portal password).
- Download MT5 from the IC Markets portal page. This will automatically set up the server list for IC Markets.
- Open MT5. Click File → Open an Account → search ‘IC Markets’ or ‘Raw Trading Ltd’ for offshore entities.
- Select the correct server for your entity (see table below) and enter your account number and trading password.
- Click Finish. You should see ‘Connected’ in the bottom right toolbar within seconds.
Server Names By Entity
Choosing the wrong server is a common connection mistake. If this happens, the login will fail without explanation. It will only say that your credentials are invalid, not that the server is incorrect. Below is a breakdown of MT5 servers at IC Markets’ key entities:
Make Full Width| Entity | Current Server Examples | Where to Confirm |
|---|---|---|
| ASIC (Australia) | ICMarketsAU – Live | IC Markets credentials email or Secure Client Area |
| CySEC (EU) | ICMarketsEU-MT5-5; ICMarketsEU-Demo | IC Markets credentials email or Secure Client Area |
| FSA (Seychelles / Global) | ICMarketsSC-MT5; ICMarketsSC-MT5-2; ICMarketsSC-MT5-3; ICMarketsSC-MT5-4; ICMarketsSC-MT5-6; ICMarketsSC-Demo | IC Markets credentials email or Secure Client Area |
Note that:
- Server names can change and IC Markets operates multiple servers, so always use the exact server assigned to your account rather than selecting one solely by entity.
- MT4 login details do not work on MT5. If you created an MT4 account, you’ll need to create a separate MT5 account in the IC Markets Client Portal.
Connecting to an IC Markets server on MT5 requires having the correct login details
What Works Once MT5 Is Connected
- All 2,250 to 2,850+ IC Markets instruments load automatically — no manual symbol import.
- Expert Advisors (EAs) and algorithmic bots run without restriction — IC Markets explicitly allows automated trading.
- One-click trading, depth of market, and economic calendar all function natively.
- Hedging is permitted on MT5 — you can hold simultaneous long and short positions on the same instrument.
Common Issues and Fixes
Make Full Width| Problem | Likely cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Invalid account’ on login | Wrong server selected | Check your entity and select the matching server from the table above |
| Platform shows ‘No connection’ | Firewall blocking port 443 | Allow MT5 through the firewall, or try a different network |
| Missing instruments | Symbol not added to Market Watch | Right-click Market Watch → Show All → search for the instrument |
| EA not executing | Algo Trading button disabled | Click the ‘Algo Trading’ button in the toolbar so it turns green |