GMI Markets vs Vantage: licences compared

Side-by-side view of each broker's licences, regulator tiers and key facts. Remember that protection depends on which entity holds your account.

AttributeGMI MarketsVantage
Licence Score20Very weak69Strong
Strongest licence 4 Tier 4 1 Tier 1
Licences on record15
1 FCA United Kingdom —Licensed
1 ASIC Australia —Licensed
2 FSCA South Africa —Licensed
3 CIMA Cayman Islands —Licensed
4 VFSC Vanuatu LicensedLicensed
Founded20092009
HeadquartersVanuatuAustralia
TypeForex & CFD brokerForex & CFD broker
Publicly listedNoNo
PlatformsMT4, MT5MT4, MT5, TradingView, Proprietary
Minimum deposit—US$50
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Frequently asked questions

Is GMI Markets or Vantage better regulated?

Vantage has the higher Licence Score (69 vs 20), based on the number and tier of licences, operating history and public listing.

Which regulators license both GMI Markets and Vantage?

Both are matched to licences from VFSC.

Risk warning: CFDs and leveraged forex are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Most retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. Consider whether you understand how they work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read more.