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Is FXCM safe and legit?

Short answer, from public records

FXCM states licences from FSCA, ASIC and CySEC. We matched 3 on the regulator's own register (FSCA, ASIC, CySEC). There is 1 regulator warning naming the firm itself. 2 warnings list look-alike sites copying its name.

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Licences

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  • ✓ On registerFSCA 46534STRATOS SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD · Checked on 16 Oct 2026
  • ✓ On registerASIC 309763(FXCM Australia)
  • ✓ On registerCySEC 392/20Stratos Europe Limited

Regulator warnings

All warnings

1 naming the firm itself

⚠ CSA: CSA investor alert (AMF (QC))

2 look-alike site warnings (these copy the name; they are not FXCM)

  • FXCM International Finance Group (Clone of FCA Authorised Firm) FCA source ↗
  • FXCM Germany (clone of FCA authorised firm) FCA source ↗

Real site: https://www.fxcm.com/

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Scam red flags to check yourself

  • Someone contacts you first (WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, dating apps) and offers to trade for you.
  • Guaranteed or fixed returns, or “no-loss” accounts.
  • A web address that is close to, but not exactly, the broker's real site.
  • Pressure to deposit more before you can withdraw, or “tax/fees” to release your money.
  • The licence number on the site doesn't match the regulator's register, or the company name differs.

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Questions

Is FXCM safe?

FXCM states licences from FSCA, ASIC and CySEC. We matched 3 on the regulator's own register (FSCA, ASIC, CySEC). There is 1 regulator warning naming the firm itself. 2 warnings list look-alike sites copying its name. We don't say whether a broker is safe for you. Check the licence number on the regulator's register before you deposit.

Is FXCM regulated?

FXCM states licences from FSCA, ASIC, CySEC. Which entity you sign up with depends on your country, and protections differ by regulator.

Are there fake FXCM websites?

Yes. Regulators have listed 2 look-alike sites copying the name. Always type the address yourself: https://www.fxcm.com/

Which FXCM company holds the FSCA licence (South Africa)?

STRATOS SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD, licence number 46534. We matched it on the regulator's own register. Check it yourself on the register: https://www2.fsca.co.za/Fais/Search_FSP.htm

Which FXCM company holds the ASIC licence (Australia)?

(FXCM Australia), licence number 309763. We matched it on the regulator's own register. Check it yourself on the register: https://data.gov.au/data/dataset/asic-afs-licensee

Which FXCM company holds the CySEC licence (Cyprus)?

Stratos Europe Limited, licence number 392/20. We matched it on the regulator's own register. Check it yourself on the register: https://www.cysec.gov.cy/en-GB/entities/investment-firms/cypriot/

Which regulators have warned about FXCM?

CSA: CSA investor alert (AMF (QC)).

Which look-alike websites have regulators flagged for FXCM?

FXCM International Finance Group (Clone of FCA Authorised Firm) (FCA), FXCM Germany (clone of FCA authorised firm) (FCA). These copy the name and are not FXCM. Its own site is https://www.fxcm.com/.

Facts from public sources, not advice. Info may be out of date or wrong. Always check with the regulator before you trade.