The Best Forex Broker in the UAE.

Regulated international broker accepting UAE traders. STP/ECN execution on gold, oil, and 41 forex pairs from 0.0 pips, 1:500 leverage, $3 per side, $10 minimum. Islamic swap-free accounts on request, withdrawals in 9 minutes.

$10
Minimum deposit
0 Fees
On all transfers
1:500
Leverage
LHFX

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Tired of waiting days for your withdrawal?

Many brokers take days, and bank wires charge fees. LHFX processes most withdrawals automatically, in minutes, and crypto is the fastest route for traders across the Emirates.

~89% of withdrawals

9min avg

Processed automatically. Crypto is fastest.

~11% flagged for review

55min avg

Enhanced security check. Still under an hour.

Regulation

A regulated broker that accepts UAE traders.

LHFX is an international broker and is not licensed in the UAE. The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) regulate locally licensed firms, so UAE residents trade through LHFX as an international broker rather than a locally regulated one. The trade booking sits with Longhorn Ltd, licensed by the FSC of Mauritius (GB23202204), with FSCA oversight of the South African intermediary (FSP 52816).

UAE flag

South Africa

LHFX SA (PTY) Ltd

FSCA authorised, FSP 52816

1 Hood Avenue, Rosebank
Johannesburg, Gauteng 2196

Internationally · Mauritius

Longhorn Ltd

Licensed by the FSC of Mauritius. Licence GB23202204, code SEC-2.1B.

Crypto deposits

$0 fees on all deposits and withdrawals. The UAE has strong crypto adoption, so most traders fund with cryptocurrency. $10 minimum.

BitcoinEthereumTether (USDT)USD Coin (USDC)SolanaTron

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How LHFX compares

Same five facts, four brokers. The numbers UAE traders ask about most.

LHFX

Spread (EUR/USD)
0.0 pips (Pro)
Commission
$3 / side
Min deposit
$10
Withdrawal
9-min average

Exness

Spread (EUR/USD)
0.1 pips (Raw)
Commission
$3.50 / side
Min deposit
$10
Withdrawal
Up to 24h

AvaTrade

Spread (EUR/USD)
0.9 pips (Standard)
Commission
$0
Min deposit
$100
Withdrawal
1-2 business days

XM

Spread (EUR/USD)
0.6 pips (Ultra Low)
Commission
$0
Min deposit
$5
Withdrawal
1-3 business days

Forex trading in the UAE: common questions

How LHFX works for UAE traders, from legal status to Islamic accounts.

Is forex trading legal in the UAE?

Yes. Forex trading is legal in the UAE. The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) and the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) regulate locally licensed financial firms, and UAE residents can also trade with international brokers. LHFX is an international broker accepting UAE traders, regulated by the FSCA in South Africa (FSP 52816) and the Mauritius FSC (GB23202204). It is not licensed in the UAE and does not claim to be.

Do you offer Islamic swap-free accounts?

Yes. On an LHFX Islamic account no swap or rollover interest is charged or earned. All 144 instruments are available with the same raw spreads and 1:500 leverage. A fixed administration fee applies per lot, per night, to positions held beyond a grace period of up to 5 calendar days, at the per-instrument rates published on our Spreads and Fees page. Contact support after opening your account to enable the swap-free option.

What does it cost to trade forex with LHFX in the UAE?

On the Pro account you trade raw spreads from 0.0 pips with a flat $3 per side commission ($6 round-turn) per lot, and standard accounts pay zero commission. There are no deposit or withdrawal fees from LHFX. Crypto withdrawals are processed within minutes. Compare those numbers against any broker you are considering and decide on the conditions, not the marketing.

How do I deposit money from the UAE?

The most popular method for UAE traders is cryptocurrency, funded with USDT, USDC, Bitcoin, or Ethereum, reflecting the country's strong crypto adoption. You can also fund by card. Trading accounts are denominated in USD, EUR, or GBP. All deposits are credited quickly with no fees from LHFX.

Can I trade gold and oil with LHFX?

Yes. LHFX offers XAU/USD (gold), USOIL (WTI crude), and UKOIL (Brent crude) alongside 41 forex pairs, crypto CFDs, stocks, and indices, all on a single account. Gold and oil dominate trading volume from the UAE, and all are available on the Islamic swap-free account.

Trade today. Withdraw in minutes.

$10 minimum. Islamic swap-free accounts. Zero deposit or withdrawal fees.

CFDs are complex instruments and come with high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Past performance is not indicative of future results.