Quick Overview: 7 Key Points
The Exness Islamic Swap-Free Account includes:
- Trading that follows Sharia law
- No swap fees for overnight positions
- Works with all Exness account types
- Competitive spreads and leverage
- Use of MetaTrader 4 and 5 platforms
- Support available 24/7
- Quick and safe withdrawals
What is an Exness Islamic Swap-Free Account?
The Exness Islamic Swap-Free Account is a unique account targeted towards Muslim traders who comply with the principles of Sharia law. In the case of swap fees (in general caused by holding a position open over night), they have no effect. Such a structure is consistent with Islamic financial principles, which prohibit paying or receiving interest. This is available on all of Exness account types which mean that Muslim traders can trade in forex and CFDs without violating their belief.
Exness started offering these accounts because more Muslim traders wanted to use forex services. This shows that Exness tries to serve different types of traders from around the world.
Exness Account Types and Comparison
The broker offers several account types to suit different trading needs. Each account has its own features, including spreads, leverage, and minimum deposit requirements.
Here’s a comparison of the main account types:
Account Type | Min. Deposit | Spread from | Max. Leverage | Commission |
Standard | $10 | 0.2 pips | 1:2000 | No |
Cent | $10 | 0.3 pips | 1:2000 | No |
Zero | $200 | 0.0 pips | 1:2000 | $0.05 per lot |
Pro | $200 | 0.1 pips | 1:2000 | No |
Raw Spread | $200 | 0.0 pips | 1:2000 | $3.5 per lot |
Demo | N/A | 0.3 pips | 1:2000 | No |
All these account types are available as Islamic Swap-Free accounts.
How to Open an Exness Islamic Swap-Free Account
Opening an Swap-Free account is a straightforward process. Here’s how to do it:
Step 1: Registration
Head over to official site and click on “Register”. Type in your Email and Password, also select the country you live in. Check that you agree to the terms and click “Continue”.
Step 2: Account Selection
Log in, select My Accounts and then Open New Account. Select the type of account you would prefer (Standard, Cent, Zero Spread or Pro). Select “Islamic” as the account option.
Step 3: Verification
To fully use your account, you need to verify your identity. Upload a clear photo or scan of your government-issued ID (passport, driver’s license, or national ID card) and a recent proof of address (utility bill or bank statement).
Step 4: Funding Your Account
Once you are verified, your account can be funded through Visa or MasterCard. First of all, go to the “Deposit” section in the personal account. Select how you would like to pay, whether through a bank transfer or your credit/debit card (as well as e-wallets such as Skrill and Neteller). Type in the amount and carefully do all that is required to process this deposit.
Available Instruments for Exness Islamic Account
Islamic accounts providing an extensive range of trading instruments. These include major, minor, and exotic currency pairs, as well as metals like gold and silver.
Traders can also access CFDs on stocks, indices, and commodities. The exact number of instruments may vary, but typically includes over 100 currency pairs and several hundred CFDs.
Deposit and Withdrawal Options
For UAE traders, the following options are available:
Deposits:
- Bank transfer
- Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard)
- Skrill
- Neteller
- Perfect Money
- FasaPay
Withdrawals:
- Bank transfer
- Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard)
- Skrill
- Neteller
- Perfect Money
- FasaPay
Exness Regulatory Compliance and Legal Status in UAE
The broker is regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This is a good regulation that guarantees the company to work with strictly financial standards, and therefore save customer funds. The FSRA has jurisdiction throughout the UAE.
The company maintains segregated accounts for client funds.
The platform is usable legally by UAE traders as well. The broker follows anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) procedures. Additionally, retail clients have negative balance protection.
Islamic Account Pros and Cons
Pros:
- No swap fees on overnight positions
- Access to all trading instruments
- Competitive spreads starting from 0.0 pips
- High leverage up to 1:2000
- Minimum deposit as low as $10 for Standard accounts
Cons:
- May have slightly higher spreads compared to regular accounts
- Limited to certain account types (not available for all account options)
- Verification process can take 1-3 business days
- Withdrawal processing time can be up to 24 hours
- Some payment methods may have fees
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Exness Halal in Islam?
Islamic accounts are designed to be Halal. They align with Sharia law by not charging and paying interest on overnight positions. That being said if a trader is unsure they should only consult their religious advisor to be certain that it interlocks with what a person believes in.