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VT Markets

Low risk
🇦🇺 Australia · 5-10 years · since 2018-04-02 · VT Markets Pty Ltd
ASICFSCA
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1.9/5
★★★★★ ★★★★★
12 reviews ›
2
Licenses ›
0
Withdrawal issues ›
$50
Min. deposit ›
1:500
Max leverage ›
7
Account types ›
10/100
Scam risk ›
10
Clone sites ›
Accounts: Cent ECN · 50USD= 5000USCCent STP · 50USD= 5000USCSwap-Free RAW ECN · $100Swap-Free STP · $100Pro ECNRAW ECN · 100Standard STP · 100
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Independent ratingshow third parties score this broker
WikiFX8.68/10
Trustpilot1.9/5
Forex Peace Army—/5
10
Low risk
Scam Risk Scoremonitored · 2026-07-05
Lower riskHigher risk
  • Authorised by Tier-1 regulator(s): ASIC
How this score is calculated — view the open algorithm

A transparent weighted score from objective public data — each factor scored 0–100 (higher = riskier), combined by the weights below.

FactorScoreWeight
Regulation & licensing835%
Company age2215%
Clone / impersonation012%
Withdrawal & exposure complaints012%
Offshore registration108%
Transparency (site/info/social)2210%

Based on public regulatory records, industry databases and independent reviews (Trustpilot, Forex Peace Army). Exit Risk reflects recent negative momentum in real reviews. A risk estimate from public data, not a definitive legal judgment; brokers may request a correction.

Company
Legal nameVT Markets Pty Ltd
Headquarters🇦🇺 Australia
Founded2018-04-02
Years operating5-10 years
Employees0
Official websitewww.vtmarkets.net
Trading conditions
Avg execution speed364.9 ms AA
Avg slippage-0.1 AAA
Swap ratingA
Trading cost ratingAAA
Monitored traders1,461
Monitored orders277,361
Funding & instruments
Deposit methods · --
Withdrawal methods · --
InstrumentsForexGoldSilver and Oil only

Regulation & licenses · 2

RegulatorLicense typeLicense No.RegionStatus
ASICMarket Making License (MM)428901AustraliaRegulated
FSCAForex Trading License (EP)50865South AfricaRegulated

Account types · 7

AccountMax leverageMin. depositMin. spreadCommissionEA
Cent ECN--50USD= 5000USCfrom 0.0$6 (per round turn)✓
Cent STP--50USD= 5000USCfrom 1.1$0 (per round turn)✓
Swap-Free RAW ECN1:500$100from 0.0$6✓
Swap-Free STP1:500$100from 1.2$0✓
Pro ECN------Forex & gold: From $2 - $4 round turn (based on base currency) Silver & oil: $0 commission✓
RAW ECN--100from 0.0$6 (per round turn)✓
Standard STP--100from 1.2$0✓
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Rating mismatch — Industry-tracker scores run far higher than real users do (gap 2.44)

VT Markets presents a low scam risk with genuine regulatory licences from ASIC and FSCA, but the multi‑entity structure means client protections vary significantly by jurisdiction. Verifiable information on leverage caps, full instrument offerings, and fee transparency is incomplete, leaving unanswered questions that cautious traders should investigate before committing significant capital.

Best for
  • Traders comfortable with a multi‑entity structure and willing to verify which jurisdiction applies to their account
  • Experienced scalpers and algorithmic traders seeking ECN pricing and raw spreads
  • Traders in Australia and South Africa who benefit from local regulatory oversight
  • Islamic traders requiring swap‑free accounts
  • Beginners testing strategies with very low capital via cent accounts
Not for
  • Traders requiring a statutory investor compensation fund (e.g., FSCS, ICF)
  • EU retail traders who would be onboarded through an offshore entity with weaker protections
  • Complete beginners needing extensive educational resources and guaranteed negative‑balance protection
  • Any trader unwilling to scrutinise bonus terms and withdrawal restrictions
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What VT Markets says about itself as stated by the broker · not independently verified by FXCanary

About VT Markets

The broker describes itself as an award-winning online trading broker founded in 2015, positioning itself as a global multi-asset platform focused on making trading simpler and more accessible for traders of all experience levels. VT Markets states that it has gained over 3 million registered users, 600,000+ active clients, processes over 60 million trades monthly with a monthly trading volume exceeding $720 billion, and has built a strong industry reputation through mature technical infrastructure and customer service.

Regulatory Status

According to its marketing materials, VT Markets holds regulatory licences from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa. The broker emphasises a commitment to compliance and client fund safety.

Account Types

VT Markets promotes a wide range of account tiers, including Cent ECN and Cent STP accounts with a low minimum deposit of 50 USD (equivalent to 5000 US cents), Swap-Free RAW ECN and Swap-Free STP accounts from $100, Pro ECN accounts, RAW ECN accounts from $100, and Standard STP accounts from $100. The broker markets these as suitable for various trading styles and experience levels, with competitive spreads and execution.

Instruments and Platforms

The broker claims to offer trading in Forex, commodities (Gold, Silver, Oil), and other instruments via popular platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, and its proprietary mobile app. Copy trading and social trading features are also advertised.

Promotions and Support

VT Markets highlights 24/7 multilingual customer support, promotional deposit bonuses, and a variety of funding methods. The broker actively maintains a social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube to engage with traders globally.

About VT Markets

FXCanary’s Independent Review of VT Markets

FXCanary has undertaken a thorough, independent review of VT Markets, cross-referencing our internal regulatory database with public sources. We examined the broker’s official website (vtmarkets.co), its Australian and South African licences, and aggregated industry data to deliver a balanced assessment. This profile goes beyond marketing claims to interpret what the regulatory regime, account tiers, and documented trading conditions really mean for retail traders.

Overview compiled by FXCanary from regulatory records and public data. full VT Markets review