ASIC — Australia
GAIN Global Markets, Inc.
Regulated
FOREX.com Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-1 regulated
Licence
ASIC • FCA
Licence status
Regulated
Min. deposit
$100
Max. leverage
1:200
Instruments
Forex, indices, stocks, cryptos
Typical spread
Commission
Operating
Est. 2001
Main market
US
Entity
GAIN Global Markets, Inc.
Website
Unknown
FOREX.com is a forex & CFD broker based in Australia, established in 2001. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 8.9 out of 10, which we rate as Good — above the industry average of 3.3/10. Solid, well-regulated profile suitable for most traders.
Crucially, FOREX.com is regulated by ASIC, FCA, FSA, NFA, CYSEC, CIRO and MAS, including at least one tier-1 regulator. Tier-1 regulation is the strongest sign of legitimacy: it normally requires segregated client funds, regular audits and access to a compensation scheme if the broker fails — meaningful protection for your money.
FOREX.com provides access to Forex, indices, stocks, cryptos. Published conditions include a minimum deposit of $100 and leverage up to 1:200. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, FOREX.com looks like a credible option — but always verify the licence yourself and start with a small amount.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?Trust Score history
FOREX.com currently scores 8.9/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.
Pros
- Regulated by a tier-1 authority
- No unresolved complaints on record
- Listed in our verified broker directory
Cons
- Always verify the licence directly before depositing
Regulation
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
FCA — United Kingdom
GAIN Global Markets, Inc.
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
FSA — Australia
GAIN Global Markets, Inc.
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
NFA — United States
GAIN Global Markets, Inc.
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
CYSEC — Cyprus
GAIN Global Markets, Inc.
Licence
Tier 2 · Mid
Verified
CIRO — Canada
GAIN Global Markets, Inc.
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
MAS — Singapore
GAIN Global Markets, Inc.
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
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 | Forex, indices, stocks, cryptos, gold, oil & commodities, bullion |
| Minimum deposit | $100 |
| Maximum leverage | 1:200 |
| Typical spread | Commission |
| Platforms | Not disclosed |
| Demo account | ✅(90 days risk-free trading with $50,000 in virtual funds) |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on FOREX.com
Our analysis · editorial
8.9/10
Established and well-regulated
FOREX.com holds a tier-1 regulatory licence among its 7 registrations (ASIC, FCA, FSA, NFA). Based in Australia, it has been operating for about 25 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 8.9/10 — a strong, low-risk profile.
Strengths
- Authorised by a tier-1 regulator (ASIC, FCA, FSA, NFA)
- Holds 7 regulatory licences across multiple jurisdictions
- Long 25-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Accessible minimum deposit ($100)
Watch-outs
- Always confirm the licensed entity covers traders in your country
Bottom line: Suitable for most traders — still verify it is licensed to serve your country before depositing.
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
Australia
Operating period
20+ years
Main market
US
License status
Regulated
Instruments
Forex, indices, stocks, cryptos, gold, oil & commodities, bullion
Year founded
2001
Frequently asked
Is FOREX.com a safe broker?
FOREX.com scores 8.9 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 3.3 industry average. It holds tier-1 regulation, which offers strong investor protection. It has no complaints on record. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the FOREX.com 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 FOREX.com?
FOREX.com publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.