
LMAX
CompliantChinese Support- FCA
- FSA
- VFSC
- Overall Score
- 8.3/10
- Min Deposit
- $250
- Max Leverage
- 1:100
- EUR/USD Spread
- 0.0 pips
- Trading Platform
- LMAX Global, MT4, FIX API
- Withdrawal Speed
- 1-3 business days
Overview
LMAX is a UK-based institutional-grade forex and CFD broker founded in 2010. Regulated by FCA, FSA(Seychelles), and VFSC, LMAX is renowned for its transparent ECN/DMA execution, no last look policy, raw spreads from 0.0 pips, and direct market access through its LMAX Global platform and FIX API connectivity.
Basic Information
- Company Name
- LMAX
- Founded
- Headquarters
- United Kingdom
- Official Website
- https://www.lmax.com
- Instruments
- Forex, CFD, Indices, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Metals
- Account Types
- Standard, Professional
- Chinese Support
- Yes
Regulation
Regulatory licenses and compliance status of this broker
- FCAVerified
Financial Conduct Authority · License NumberFRN 785221
Global Top-Tier
Highest Regulatory Level
- FSAOffshore
Financial Services Agency · License NumberSD044
Offshore Regulation
Limited Protection
- VFSCOffshore
VFSC · License Number40241
Offshore Regulation
Limited Protection
Trading Conditions
Trading Conditions
- Max Leverage
- 1:100
- Min Deposit
- $250
- EUR/USD Spread
- 0.0
- Trading Platforms
- LMAX Global, MT4, FIX API
- Instruments
- Forex, CFD, Indices, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Metals
- Account Types
- Standard, Professional
Deposits & Withdrawals
Deposit Methods
- Bank Transfer
Deposit Speed1-2 business days
Deposit FeeFree
Withdrawal Methods
- Bank Transfer
Withdrawal Speed1-3 business days
Withdrawal FeeFree
Scoring Details
Regulatory QualificationWeight 30%
8.5Trading EnvironmentWeight 20%
8.3Fund SafetyWeight 15%
8.5User ReputationWeight 15%
8.3Platform FeaturesWeight 10%
8.5Customer ServiceWeight 10%
7.8Pros & Cons
Pros
- Exchange-based execution with central limit order book
- No last look policy ensures fair order fills
- FCA regulation with strong investor protection
- FIX API for low-latency algorithmic trading
- Transparent pricing from competing liquidity providers
Cons
- Maximum leverage limited to 1:100
- Bank transfer only for deposits and withdrawals
- Higher minimum deposit of $250
- No MT5 platform available
- Limited educational resources for beginners