equiti

Equiti is a multi-regulated online brokerage that offers forex and CFD trading to retail and professional clients. The brand is operated by Equiti Brokerage (Seychelles) Limited, a company incorporated in the Republic of Seychelles in November 2018. Its registered address is First Floor, Marina House, Eden Island, Seychelles.

Although the company was founded relatively recently, it has quickly expanded its footprint, holding licences in two jurisdictions—Cyprus (CySEC) and Seychelles (FSA). The broker targets traders in the MENA region, Africa, and globally, promoting access to deep liquidity and the popular MetaTrader suite.

Equiti's regulatory structure blends EU and offshore oversight. Its CySEC licence (no. 415/22) allows it to operate as a forex execution broker under the European regulatory framework. Clients onboarded through this entity benefit from the Investor Compensation Fund (ICF) and MiFID II protections. The Seychelles FSA licence (no. SD064) is an offshore derivatives trading authorisation, which typically carries less stringent capital and reporting requirements.

This dual setup means the level of client protection depends heavily on which entity holds the client’s account. Traders should confirm under which regulation their account falls, as the Seychelles arm may not offer the same fund security as the Cypriot entity.

Equiti offers three main account tiers designed to cater to different trading volumes and strategies. The Standard account requires a minimum deposit of just $30 and offers spreads starting from 1.4 pips with no commission. The Classic account has undisclosed minimum funding but maintains the same 1:2000 maximum leverage and a slightly wider minimum spread of 1.6 pips with no commission.

For traders seeking tighter pricing, the Premier account raises the minimum deposit to $100 and offers spreads from 0.0 pips, but adds a commission of US$3.50 per lot per side. All accounts share the same extreme leverage cap of 1:2000, which is unusually high and typical of offshore brokers targeting risk-tolerant traders.

The broker provides access to both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, the industry benchmarks for desktop, web, and mobile trading. MT4 is known for its ease of use and massive EA (Expert Advisor) library, while MT5 adds more order types, a built-in economic calendar, and multi-asset support.

Equiti does not publicly list its full range of tradable instruments, which is unusual among transparent brokers. The absence of a clear instrument schedule may leave traders guessing about available forex pairs, indices, commodities, or shares.

Funding options include major credit and debit cards (Mastercard, Visa) as well as popular e-wallets Skrill and Neteller. These methods are widely accessible and typically allow instant deposits. The broker does not disclose whether it charges any internal deposit or withdrawal fees, nor does it specify processing times.

Given the concerning feedback from users about prolonged withdrawal delays and account freezes, prospective clients should approach the payments process with caution. Many traders have reported smooth deposits followed by frustrating withdrawal experiences.

Equiti's offering is geared toward high-risk, high-leverage traders who value an attentive account manager and do not mind the offshore regulatory environment. The low deposit barrier and extreme leverage make it accessible to small-capital speculators.

However, the broker’s Seychelles base and the heavy negative feedback on withdrawals and profit payouts mean it is not suitable for traders who prioritise fund security, regulatory recourse, or a transparent trading environment. Those who do open an account should keep exposure minimal and verify jurisdiction-specific protections.