- Licensed entity
- Tickmill UK Ltd
- Licence no.
- FRN 717270
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
Tickmill
Tickmill Group · London, United Kingdom
Low-cost forex and CFD broker licensed by the FCA and CySEC, popular with active traders.
8.3out of 10
1 regulator alert against Tickmill, none in the last two years.
Regulators say these Tickmill companies or websites aren't authorised in their countries. See the alerts
Licences (5)
- Licensed entity
- Tickmill Europe Ltd
- Licence no.
- 278/15
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Tickmill South Africa (Pty) Ltd
- Licence no.
- FSP 49464
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Tickmill Ltd
- Licence no.
- SD008
Reported by third-party sources · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Tickmill Asia Ltd
- Licence no.
- MB/18/0028
Reported by third-party sources · SourceCheck register ↗
Which company you sign up with depends on where you live. Your protections (compensation scheme, leverage limits, negative balance protection) come from that company's regulator.
Score breakdown
Weighted total: 8.3 / 10, ranked #21 of 30. How we score
- Regulation strength: Based on the strongest regulator licensing the broker, plus extra tier-1 and tier-2 licences.
- Licence status: Whether any licence has been revoked or has expired.
- Track record: Years in business: 0.5 points per year, up to 10.
- Transparency: Publicly listed parent, licences disclosed, head office published, client money segregated.
- Regulator alerts: Deductions for regulator alerts against the broker's own companies or websites.
Regulator alerts (1)
Overview
Tickmill's UK company is licensed by the FCA, its EU company by CySEC and its South African company by the FSCA. International clients are mostly served by Tickmill Ltd in Seychelles and Tickmill Asia in Labuan, Malaysia's offshore centre. It also has a representative office in Dubai. It's known for low commissions on its raw-spread account.
Who it suits: Cost-conscious active traders using MetaTrader or TradingView. Check which entity you'd be signed up with.
Company information
Trading conditions
Pros & cons
Pros
- FCA and CySEC licensed entities
- Low commissions on raw-spread account
- MT4, MT5 and TradingView
- No deposit fees from the broker
Cons
- Most international clients go to offshore entities
- Regulator alert in Malaysia
- Fewer instruments than larger multi-asset brokers
Frequently asked questions
Is Tickmill regulated?
Yes. Tickmill companies hold licences from FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA (SC), Labuan FSA (5 licences in our database). Your protection depends on which Tickmill company you open an account with, so check that company on the regulator's register before you deposit.
Is Tickmill safe?
Tickmill has a score of 8.3/10. Regulators in Malaysia have issued 1 regulator alert saying Tickmill companies or websites aren't authorised to offer services there (most recent: 7 May 2024). Only open an account if the broker is allowed to operate where you live.
Which Tickmill company will I open an account with?
It depends on where you live. The companies in our database are: Tickmill UK Ltd (FCA, United Kingdom); Tickmill Europe Ltd (CySEC, Cyprus (EU)); Tickmill South Africa (Pty) Ltd (FSCA, South Africa); Tickmill Ltd (FSA (SC), Seychelles); Tickmill Asia Ltd (Labuan FSA, Malaysia (Labuan offshore)). Clients outside the UK, EU and Australia are often onboarded to an offshore company with weaker protection.
Does Tickmill accept US clients?
No. Tickmill doesn't accept US residents.
What's the minimum deposit and maximum leverage at Tickmill?
Minimum deposit: $100. Maximum leverage: 30:1 retail (FCA / CySEC); up to 1000:1 offshore.
Which platforms does Tickmill offer?
MT4, MT5, TradingView, Tickmill app.
CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money quickly because of leverage. Most retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. Make sure you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Licence data checked 12 Oct 2026. Details can change; always confirm on the regulator's register.