- Licensed entity
- Eightcap Pty Ltd
- Licence no.
- AFSL 391441
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Eightcap
Eightcap Pty Ltd · Melbourne, Australia
Australian broker known for TradingView integration and a large crypto CFD range.
8.1out of 10
1 regulator alert against Eightcap, 1 in the last two years.
Regulators say these Eightcap companies or websites aren't authorised in their countries. See the alerts
Licences (4)
- Licensed entity
- Eightcap Group Ltd
- Licence no.
- FRN 921296
Reported by third-party sources · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Eightcap EU Ltd
- Licence no.
- 246/14
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- Licensed entity
- Eightcap Global Limited
- Licence no.
- SIA-F220
Reported by third-party sources · SourceCheck register ↗
Which company you sign up with depends on where you live. Your protections (compensation scheme, leverage limits, negative balance protection) come from that company's regulator.
Score breakdown
Weighted total: 8.1 / 10, ranked #23 of 30. How we score
- Regulation strength: Based on the strongest regulator licensing the broker, plus extra tier-1 and tier-2 licences.
- Licence status: Whether any licence has been revoked or has expired.
- Track record: Years in business: 0.5 points per year, up to 10.
- Transparency: Publicly listed parent, licences disclosed, head office published, client money segregated.
- Regulator alerts: Deductions for regulator alerts against the broker's own companies or websites.
Regulator alerts (1)
Scam sites impersonating Eightcap
These alerts are about fraudsters copying the broker's name. They don't count against its score. Always check the website address before you log in or deposit.
- EightCap aka EightCapInvest (eightcapinvest.com): OSC, 10 Sep 2025 · source
Overview
Eightcap is a Melbourne-based broker licensed by ASIC, with companies regulated by the FCA in the UK and CySEC in the EU, and an offshore company in the Bahamas for international clients. It's known for its TradingView integration and a wide range of crypto CFDs. Malaysia's Securities Commission added Eightcap to its Investor Alert List in 2025.
Who it suits: TradingView users and crypto CFD traders. Check which Eightcap entity you'd be signed up with.
Company information
Trading conditions
Pros & cons
Pros
- ASIC, FCA and CySEC licensed entities
- TradingView, MT4 and MT5
- Large crypto CFD range
- Raw-spread account
Cons
- International clients go to the offshore Bahamas entity
- Regulator alert in Malaysia (2025)
- Fewer share CFDs than larger brokers
Frequently asked questions
Is Eightcap regulated?
Yes. Eightcap companies hold licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC, SCB (4 licences in our database). Your protection depends on which Eightcap company you open an account with, so check that company on the regulator's register before you deposit.
Is Eightcap safe?
Eightcap has a score of 8.1/10. Regulators in Malaysia have issued 1 regulator alert saying Eightcap companies or websites aren't authorised to offer services there (most recent: 1 Apr 2025). Only open an account if the broker is allowed to operate where you live.
Which Eightcap company will I open an account with?
It depends on where you live. The companies in our database are: Eightcap Pty Ltd (ASIC, Australia); Eightcap Group Ltd (FCA, United Kingdom); Eightcap EU Ltd (CySEC, Cyprus (EU)); Eightcap Global Limited (SCB, Bahamas). Clients outside the UK, EU and Australia are often onboarded to an offshore company with weaker protection.
Does Eightcap accept US clients?
No. Eightcap doesn't accept US residents.
What's the minimum deposit and maximum leverage at Eightcap?
Minimum deposit: $100. Maximum leverage: 30:1 retail (ASIC / FCA / CySEC); up to 500:1 offshore.
Which platforms does Eightcap offer?
MT4, MT5, TradingView.
CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money quickly because of leverage. Most retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. Make sure you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Licence data checked 12 Oct 2026. Details can change; always confirm on the regulator's register.