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Is Plus500 Available in 🇩🇪 Germany?
Yes — Plus500 is available in Germany
Plus500 accepts clients from Germany. Regulated by MAS & CySEC.
Availability last verified: April 2026
Broker availability in 🇩🇪 Germany
158 / 340 brokers158 out of 340 brokers in our database accept clients from Germany (46% availability). See all available brokers →
Plus500 vs alternatives in 🇩🇪 Germany
| Regulator | MAS, CySEC | SEC, MAS | MAS, CFTC | SEC, MAS |
| Min. deposit | $100 | $0 | $100 | $250 |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0.2 pips | 0.8 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Max leverage | 300 | 4 | 200 | 200 |
| Available | ✓ Yes | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account |
Why choose Plus500 in 🇩🇪 Germany?
Min. deposit
$100
Spread from
0.6 pips
Max leverage
300
BrokerRank score
3.98 / 5
- Regulated in multiple jurisdictions
- Simple, beginner-friendly platform
- No commission trading
- Wide range of instruments (2,800+)
- Regulated by MAS & CySEC — legally available to Germany residents under BaFin + ESMA (MiFID II)
Trading conditions in 🇩🇪 Germany
Regulated by BaFin + ESMA (MiFID II). Max forex leverage: 1:30. Permitted instruments: Forex, CFDs, Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Options. German residents are protected by MiFID II ESMA leverage limits. Abgeltungsteuer (25% + solidarity surcharge) applies to all capital gains.
Other top brokers available in 🇩🇪 Germany
Comparing Plus500 with other brokers available to Germany traders.
- Advanced tools for professional traders
- Access to 150+ markets in 33 countries
- Very low commissions
- MT4 and proprietary platform
- Extensive market research
- Part of StoneX Group (publicly listed)
- 50+ years in the industry
- ProRealTime charts available
- Excellent research and news
- Smart Trader Tools for MT4
- Excellent research and education
- Top-tier regulation (ASIC, FCA, CySEC)
About Plus500
Regulated by
MAS, CySEC
Headquarters
Haifa, Israel
Founded
2008
Min. deposit
$100
BrokerRank score
3.98 / 5
Markets
commodities, cfd, indices
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is Plus500 available in Germany?
Yes — Plus500 accepts clients from Germany. The broker is regulated by MAS and CySEC. You can open a live account directly through their website.
2What are the best alternatives to Plus500 for Germany traders?
The top-rated brokers available in Germany include Interactive Brokers, Forex.com, IG Group. All are verified to accept clients from Germany and are regulated by reputable authorities.
3Can I use a VPN to access Plus500 from Germany?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates Plus500's terms of service and can result in account closure or frozen funds. It also leaves you without regulatory protection. We strongly recommend using a broker that is properly licensed to serve your country.
4Is forex trading legal in Germany?
Yes — forex trading is legal in Germany and regulated by BaFin + ESMA (MiFID II). The maximum permitted leverage for forex is 1:30. Only brokers licensed in Germany or operating under an approved passporting arrangement can legally serve retail clients.
5What leverage is available for traders in Germany?
Forex: up to 1:30. Stocks: up to 1:5. These limits are set by BaFin + ESMA (MiFID II) and apply to all licensed brokers serving Germany residents. German residents are protected by MiFID II ESMA leverage limits. Abgeltungsteuer (25% + solidarity surcharge) applies to all capital gains.
6Which financial instruments can traders in Germany access?
Traders in Germany regulated by BaFin + ESMA (MiFID II) can access the following instruments: Forex, CFDs, Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Options. German residents are protected by MiFID II ESMA leverage limits. Abgeltungsteuer (25% + solidarity surcharge) applies to all capital gains.
7Which brokers accept clients from Germany?
158 out of 340 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from Germany. The top-rated options include Interactive Brokers, Forex.com, IG Group. You can see the full list on our Germany brokers page.