CYSEC — Cyprus
Octa Markets Cyprus Ltd
Regulated · No. 372/18
octa Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-2 regulated
Licence
CYSEC · No. 372/18 • BY
Licence status
Regulated
Platforms
OctaTrader, Web platform, Android
Min. deposit
$50
Max. leverage
1:30
Instruments
Currrency pairs, gold, silver, commodities
Operating
Est. 2011
Main market
IN
Entity
Octa Markets Cyprus Ltd
Website
Unknown
octa is a forex & CFD broker based in Cyprus, established in 2011. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 4.9 out of 10, which we rate as Fair — above the industry average of 3.3/10. Mixed profile — check regulation and conditions before depositing.
octa's licence comes from an offshore jurisdiction (CYSEC and BY). Offshore regulation is far lighter than tier-1 oversight from bodies like the FCA (UK) or ASIC (Australia): there is usually no compensation scheme, and recovering funds can be difficult if the broker runs into trouble. Treat it with extra caution and verify the licence on the regulator's own register.
octa provides access to Currrency pairs, gold, silver, commodities. Published conditions include a minimum deposit of $50 and leverage up to 1:30. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, octa has a mixed profile: check its regulation and conditions carefully before depositing.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?Trust Score history
octa currently scores 4.9/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.
Pros
- Holds a CYSEC licence
- No unresolved complaints on record
- Listed in our verified broker directory
Cons
- Offshore-only regulation with weaker investor protection
- Always verify the licence directly before depositing
Regulation
Tier 2 · Mid
Verified
BY — United Kingdom
Octa Markets Cyprus Ltd
Licence
Tier 3 · Offshore
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 | Currrency pairs, gold, silver, commodities, indices, cryptos |
| Minimum deposit | $50 |
| Maximum leverage | 1:30 |
| Typical spread | Not disclosed |
| Platforms | OctaTrader, Web platform, Android |
| Demo account | ✅ |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on octa
Our analysis · editorial
4.9/10
A mixed risk profile
octa is regulated under a mid-tier authority (CYSEC, BY). Based in Cyprus, it has been operating for about 15 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 4.9/10 — a mixed profile.
Strengths
- Holds a recognised mid-tier licence (CYSEC, BY)
- Holds 2 regulatory licences across multiple jurisdictions
- Long 15-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports OctaTrader & Web platform trading
- Accessible minimum deposit ($50)
Watch-outs
- Always confirm the licensed entity covers traders in your country
Bottom line: Proceed with caution: start with a small deposit and test a withdrawal early.
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
Cyprus
Operating period
5-10 years
Main market
IN
Licensed entity
Octa Markets Cyprus Ltd
License status
Regulated
Instruments
Currrency pairs, gold, silver, commodities, indices, cryptos
Year founded
2011
Frequently asked
Is octa a safe broker?
octa scores 4.9 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 3.3 industry average. It is only offshore-regulated, which means weaker protection. It has no complaints on record. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the octa 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 octa?
octa publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.