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OctaFX

SVG-registered forex broker popular in Asia

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Octa Markets IncorporatedSt. Vincent and the GrenadinesEst. 2011Forex & CFD
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Platform Overview

OctaFX is a St. Vincent-registered forex and CFD broker. Founded in 2011, it is popular across Southeast Asia with competitive spreads, copy trading features, and multilingual support.

Company Information

Registered Company Name
Octa Markets Incorporated
Brand Name
OctaFX
Headquarters
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Year Established
2011
Parent Company
Octa Markets Incorporated
Publicly Listed
No

Transparency Signals

Confidence LevelMedium
Transparency & Disclosure
Developing
Regulatory Intelligence
Low
Consumer Protection
Low
Reputation & Market
Developing
Key Strength

Multi-jurisdictional regulatory compliance

Key Concern

Platform operates under offshore regulatory framework

Attention Indicators
  • Platform operates under offshore regulatory framework with limited investor protection
  • Securities Commission Malaysia has issued a warning regarding this platform

Platform operates under offshore regulatory framework with limited investor protection

High8 pts

Securities Commission Malaysia has issued an investor alert regarding this platform

High10 pts

Trust Dimension Breakdown

Transparency & Disclosure
10.0/20Developing Transparency Signals

Measures the completeness and verifiability of platform disclosures including regulatory filings, operational transparency, and transparency improvement efforts.

Regulatory Intelligence
5.0/20Limited Transparency Signals

Evaluates regulatory standing, jurisdictional oversight quality, institutional engagement, and regulatory tier classification.

Consumer Protection
5.5/20Limited Transparency Signals

Assesses fund safety mechanisms, complaint history, complaint resolution track record, and customer service quality.

Reputation & Market
6.0/15Limited Transparency Signals

Reflects market standing, research commentary, expert-assessed execution quality, and liquidity reliability.

Operational Reliability
5.8/15Limited Transparency Signals

Evaluates platform uptime, technical reliability, customer service responsiveness, and operational transparency.

Industry Integrity
4.0/10Limited Transparency Signals

Measures industry contribution through education initiatives, research collaboration, ESG programs, and investor awareness efforts.

Regulatory Intelligence

Brand Name

OctaFX
Saint Vincent & the Grenadines
Self-Declared

Legal Entities

Octa Markets Incorporated
SVGFSA · Saint Vincent & the Grenadines
19776 IBC 2011
High Confidence

Regulatory References

SVGFSAPrimary Registry
19776 IBC 2011

Regulatory information displayed here is compiled from public registries, third-party sources, and platform self-declarations. IFCCI does not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of this information. Always verify directly with the relevant regulatory authority.

Regional Market Signals

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Malaysia Market

ReputationGrowing
Complaint DensityHigh
Local Office
Local Regulation
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Asia Pacific

ReputationGrowing
Complaint DensityLow
Market Presence15 years
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Global Market

ReputationLimited Presence
Complaint DensityLow
Market Presence15 years

Regulatory Licenses

SC Malaysia Warning

This platform has been listed on the SC Malaysia Investor Alert List.

OffshoreSVGFSA

SVGFSA

Active
License Number
19776 IBC 2011
Jurisdiction
Saint Vincent & the Grenadines
License Type
IBC

Internal Transparency

Regulatory Transparency
Limited0.65/1.0
Operational Transparency
Developing0.35/1.0
Platform Reliability
Developing0.35/1.0
Consumer Protection
Developing0.35/1.0
Market Transparency
Limited0.65/1.0
RegulatoryOperationalReliabilityConsumerMarket

Transparency profile visualization

Trading Conditions

Trading Platforms:MT4MT5OctaTrader
InstrumentSpread
EUR/USD0.6 pips
GBP/USD0.8 pips
USD/JPY0.5 pips
XAU/USD0.20 pips
Commission
Zero (OctaTrader/MT5); spread-only
Inactivity Fee
None
Deposit Fees
Free
Withdrawal Fees
Free
Withdrawal Processing Time
Instant to 1 business day

Technology Stack

Technology Stack

Platform Infrastructure

Technical

Server Locations
Amsterdam
Average Execution Speed
< 50ms
API Available
VPS Offered

Safety & Protection

Segregated Funds
Negative Balance Protection

Operational Details

Supported Languages
English, Chinese, Malay, Indonesian, Thai
Support Channels
Live ChatEmail
Payment Methods
Bank TransferCredit CardSkrillNetellerCrypto
1 Expert Signals
From CFT-certified professionals
2.0/5
Weighted Rating
🔍Operational Transparency
W3

Limited regulatory disclosure. Offshore registration with minimal public reporting obligations. Operational structure opaque.

S. Lee (CFT 91)2026-02-15

Only CFT-certified professionals (score 70+) can submit expert intelligence signals.

2/5 contribution areas active
Financial Education Programs
Research Collaboration
Industry Development Initiatives
ESG & Responsible Trading
Investor Awareness Programs

Community Snapshot

1
Total Reports
1
Verified
0
Under Review
0
Resolved
2
User-Submitted Feedback Score
1
Total Reviews

Category Breakdown

1
Regulatory Concern (1)

Consumer Awareness Reports

Data as of:2026-01-10
Last Verified:2026-01-10

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Platform Comparison

 
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OctaFX
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Regulatory TierOffshoreTier 1
Transparency Signals4.8/109.5/10
Minimum Deposit$25$200
Maximum LeverageUp to 1:500Up to 1:500
Spread TypeVariableRaw Spread / Standard
Execution ModelMarket MakerECN
Year Established20112007
Trading Products58

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