IC Markets Minimum Deposit for South Africa Traders 2026
The exact cover charge to sit down at IC Markets, plus the leverage South Africa traders are served.
| Minimum Deposit | $200 |
| Max Leverage in South Africa | 1:500 |
| Regulator | FSA FSA, SD018 |
| Regulated Entity | Raw Trading Ltd |
| EUR/USD Spread | From 0.0 pips |
How to start
- Open your IC Markets account from South Africa
- Cover the $200 minimum by card, bank transfer, or e-wallet
- Your account cooks under FSA, leverage capped at 1:500
- With $200 on the table and 1:500 leverage, you command $100,000 of market exposure
Accepted payment methods
| Method | Processing time | Min |
|---|---|---|
| Credit / Debit card (Visa, Mastercard) | Instant | $20 |
| Bank wire transfer | 1-3 business days | $500 |
| PayPal | Instant | $20 |
| Skrill | Instant | $20 |
What can $200 buy you at IC Markets in South Africa?
Put $200 on the table, add leverage of up to 1:500 under FSA rules, and you command $100,000 of market exposure. That is enough for a small helping of EUR/USD, the S&P 500, gold, or any of the 2,250 instruments on IC Markets's menu. Bear in mind $200 is only the cover charge to get in the door, it is not a portion size we would suggest trading on.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum deposit to start at IC Markets from South Africa?
To sit down at IC Markets from South Africa, the cover charge is $200, the least IC Markets will take under FSA rules for South Africa traders.
What payment methods does IC Markets accept?
IC Markets takes credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard), bank wire, PayPal and Skrill. Cards and e-wallets land on the table instantly; bank transfers simmer for 1 to 3 business days.
What can I trade with $200 at IC Markets in South Africa?
With $200 down and leverage up to 1:500 in South Africa, you command $100,000 of market exposure, enough to take positions on EUR/USD, the S&P 500, gold and hundreds of other instruments on the menu.
How long does a withdrawal from IC Markets take?
IC Markets clears cash-out requests in 1 to 3 business days. The final leg depends on how you pay: cards 1-3 days, bank transfers up to 5 business days.
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