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Is Swissquote Available in 🇩🇪 Germany?
Partly — Swissquote accepts clients in Germany, with limits
Most EU countries accepted via Swissquote Bank Europe SA (CSSF regulated). Subject to ESMA leverage caps (30:1 major forex) and PRIIPs regulations — US ETFs without KIDs may be unavailable.
Availability last verified: October 2026
Broker availability in 🇩🇪 Germany
159 / 341 brokers159 out of 341 brokers in our database accept clients from Germany (47% availability). See all available brokers →
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Swissquote vs alternatives in 🇩🇪 Germany
| Regulator | MAS, FCA | FCA, CySEC | FCA, ASIC | MAS, CySEC |
| Min. deposit | $1000 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Spread from | 1.3 pips | 1 pips | 0.6 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Max leverage | 100 | 500 | 500 | 30 |
| Available | ✓ Yes | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account | ✓ YesOpen Account |
Why choose Swissquote in 🇩🇪 Germany?
Min. deposit
$1000
Spread from
1.3 pips
Max leverage
100
BrokerRank score
3.8 / 5
- Supports MT4 and MT5
- Publicly listed company (SWX)
- Swiss banking reliability and security
- Full banking services alongside trading
- Regulated by MAS & FCA — 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 recommended brokers available in 🇩🇪 Germany
Comparing Swissquote with other brokers available to Germany traders.
- No commissions on spreads
- FCA, ASIC and CySEC regulated
- Islamic accounts available
- FCA regulated with strong reputation
- Supports MT4, MT5, and own platform
- Negative balance protection
- Commission-free CFD trading (other fees may apply)
- Simple, user-friendly platform
- Wide range of CFD instruments (2,800+)
- Good educational content
- Regulated in 6 jurisdictions
- No commission on most accounts
About Swissquote
Regulated by
MAS, FCA
Headquarters
Gland, Switzerland
Founded
1996
Min. deposit
$1000
BrokerRank score
3.8 / 5
Markets
cfd, indices, forex
Frequently Asked Questions
1Is Swissquote available in Germany?
Swissquote accepts clients from Germany, but not without limits. Most EU countries accepted via Swissquote Bank Europe SA (CSSF regulated). Subject to ESMA leverage caps (30:1 major forex) and PRIIPs regulations — US ETFs without KIDs may be unavailable.
2What are the best alternatives to Swissquote for Germany traders?
Brokers we recommend in Germany include ForTrade, FxPro, Plus500. All are verified to accept clients from Germany and are regulated by reputable authorities.
3Can I use a VPN to access Swissquote from Germany?
Using a VPN to circumvent geo-restrictions violates Swissquote'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?
159 out of 341 brokers in the BrokerRank database accept clients from Germany. Recommended options include ForTrade, FxPro, Plus500. You can see the full list on our Germany brokers page.