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FxPro
South Africa · July 2026
FxPro South Africa - Leverage & Margin
Do not treat “up to 1:500” marketing as your SA default. Your max leverage follows the legal entity on the signup screen. FSCA-authorised routes (FSP 45052) can differ from SCB or CySEC retail caps. Check Direct before sizing.
75%+ of retail investor accounts lose money trading CFDs.
Entity first
CySEC/FCA-style retail often caps majors near 1:30. Some international entities advertise higher maxima (e.g. up to 1:500 on SCB-style routes). SA residents may land on FSCA Financial Services Ltd. Confirm the name in Direct. Licence: FSCA.
Margin vs loss size
Higher leverage shrinks required margin, not the rand loss if price moves. Practice margin on demo with the same platform you will trade live.
Stop-out
If equity falls below maintenance margin, positions can close at market. Levels vary by entity and platform. We do not invent a single stop-out %. Read your account specs.
FAQ
Is 1:500 guaranteed in SA?
No. It depends on entity and product. Confirm in Direct.
Does leverage change spreads?
No. Spreads/commission are separate. See spreads.