Best forex brokers in Ireland
For forex in Ireland, from Dublin or anywhere else in the country, 6 of the 7 brokers we review are open to you. XTB leads, as it does wherever it qualifies; the other two places go to brokers available locally.
By Broksal Team, investing in forex and CFD markets since 2017. Updated . How we test
How we score
Each broker gets five sub-scores out of 5:
Regulation and safety (30%), trading costs (25%), platforms and tools (20%), range of markets (15%) and ease of use (10%). The overall score is the weighted average, rounded to one decimal.
Availability is checked against each broker's published country lists. The ranking order is editorial and reflects our commercial agreements, so it does not always follow the scores. Full methodology
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Top 3 forex brokers for Ireland
- 1
Our top pick in Ireland
XTB
4.8Own platform, no minimum deposit, commission-free stocks and ETFs within a monthly limit
Forex CFDs Forex CFDs on xStation 5 with an average EUR/USD spread of about 0.8 pips on the Standard account and no commission.
- Minimum deposit
- No minimum
- Platforms
- xStation 5 (web & desktop), XTB mobile app
- Entity for Ireland
- XTB S.A. — KNF (Poland)
- CFDs
- Yes
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xStation 5: Market Watch with sentiment tabs on the left, an EUR/USD hourly chart with one-click order entry, and open positions below. Account number blurred. What we like
- Publicly listed in Warsaw with KNF, FCA and CySEC oversight
- No minimum deposit
- xStation 5 is fast, clean and has built-in market sentiment and calendars
- Real stocks and ETFs commission-free up to €100,000 monthly turnover
Watch out for
- No MetaTrader or cTrader
- Since March 2026 the international entity accepts residents of only a short list of countries
- Inactivity fee after 12 months without trading
Fees
CFDs are priced through the spread on the Standard account. Real stocks and ETFs are commission-free up to €100,000 of monthly turnover, then 0.2% (minimum €10). Currency conversion and overnight swap costs apply.
Best for
Beginners and active traders who want one app for CFDs and real stocks.
- 2
IQ Option
4.1A $10 minimum deposit and one of the simplest trading apps
Serves Ireland through its EU regulated entity
Forex CFDs Forex CFDs on a very simple app from a $10 deposit; publishes only minimum spreads (from 0.8 pips).
- Minimum deposit
- $10
- Platforms
- IQ Option web platform, Desktop app, Mobile app
- Entity for Ireland
- IQ Option Europe Ltd — CySEC (licence 247/14)
- CFDs
- Yes
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IQ Option EU homepage (CySEC licence 247/14): CFDs on forex, stocks and crypto, with leverage up to 1:30 on forex for EU retail clients. What we like
- $10 minimum deposit and a reloadable demo account
- Very easy proprietary platform on web, desktop and mobile
- CySEC regulated entity for EEA clients
Watch out for
- No MetaTrader, limited research tools
- Not available in the US, UK, Canada, Australia and several EU countries
- Clients outside the EEA are served by a lightly regulated entity
Fees
CFD costs are built into the spread, with overnight funding on leveraged positions. An inactivity fee is charged after a period without trading.
Best for
Beginners who want a very simple app and a small first deposit.
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Interactive Brokers
4.7The widest market access here, with low costs and top-tier regulation
Local presence in Ireland
Spot forex and CFDs Interbank pricing from 0.1 pips with a 0.2 basis point commission (minimum $2); spot forex as well as forex CFDs.
- Minimum deposit
- No minimum
- Platforms
- Trader Workstation (TWS), IBKR Desktop, Client Portal (web) +2
- Entity for Ireland
- Interactive Brokers Ireland Limited — Central Bank of Ireland
- CFDs
- Yes
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Interactive Brokers homepage, showing the desktop platform and mobile app and the new AI-assisted analysis integrations. What we like
- Listed on Nasdaq and regulated by top-tier authorities worldwide
- Access to stocks, options, futures and bonds on 150+ markets
- No minimum deposit and no inactivity fee
- Accepts residents of most countries
Watch out for
- Trader Workstation has a steep learning curve
- CFDs are not available to US residents
- Account opening asks for more documents than most brokers
Fees
Two pricing plans: Fixed (one all-in commission) and Tiered (lower exchange-based commission plus pass-through fees). CFD commissions are charged per trade, with financing on overnight positions. There is no inactivity fee.
Best for
Experienced investors who want access to global exchanges.
Also available in Ireland:
XM 4.6
IC Markets 4.6
eToro 4.3
CFDs 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 CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Each broker publishes its own current loss percentage on its website.
Forex from Ireland: the rules
Retail leverage on major currency pairs is capped at 30:1 for residents of Ireland, and 20:1 on other pairs, with negative balance protection. Locally, financial services are supervised by the Central Bank of Ireland.
Best time to trade currencies from Dublin
Major currency pairs are usually most liquid while London and New York are both open: 14:30–16:30 local time (UTC+1, early October 2026). The forex week runs from Sunday 22:00 to Friday 22:00 local time.
Tax
Gains on CFDs are generally subject to Capital Gains Tax at 33%, with a small annual exemption. This is general information, not tax advice. More on trading from Ireland.
All 7 brokers we review, checked for forex in Ireland
| Broker | Status | Access | Entity for Ireland |
|---|---|---|---|
| XTB | #1 in this ranking | Forex CFDs | XTB S.A. — KNF (Poland) |
| XM | Available | Forex CFDs | Trading Point of Financial Instruments Ltd — CySEC |
| IC Markets | Available | Forex CFDs | IC Markets (EU) Ltd — CySEC |
| Interactive Brokers | #3 in this ranking | Spot forex and CFDs | Interactive Brokers Ireland Limited — Central Bank of Ireland |
| Freedom24 | No forex here | — | — |
| IQ Option | #2 in this ranking | Forex CFDs | IQ Option Europe Ltd — CySEC (licence 247/14) |
| eToro | Available | Forex CFDs | eToro (Europe) Ltd — CySEC |
Forex rankings in countries bordering Ireland
| Country | Brokers offering forex | #1 |
|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 4 | XTB |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best forex broker in Ireland?
XTB, in our ranking. Forex CFDs on xStation 5 with an average EUR/USD spread of about 0.8 pips on the Standard account and no commission. IQ Option and Interactive Brokers complete the top 3.
Which brokers offer forex to residents of Ireland?
Of the brokers we review: XTB (forex cfds), XM (forex cfds), IC Markets (forex cfds), Interactive Brokers (spot forex and cfds), IQ Option (forex cfds) and eToro (forex cfds).
What are the rules for forex in Ireland?
Retail leverage on major currency pairs is capped at 30:1 for residents of Ireland, and 20:1 on other pairs, with negative balance protection.
When is forex most liquid in Ireland?
Usually 14:30–16:30 local time, while London and New York are both open (early October 2026 times).
Which forex broker has the lowest costs?
On a one-lot EUR/USD trade, Interactive Brokers was cheapest in our fee comparison, followed by XTB and IC Markets at about $8. For small trades the $2 minimum commission at IBKR makes XTB cheaper.
Availability last checked 6 October 2026. Brokers change their country lists without notice; the broker's sign-up form is the final word.