About OctaFX in South Africa
Who OctaFX is, how it is regulated and what it offers South African traders.
Open OctaFX Account →OctaFX (branded Octa) is an international forex and CFD broker founded in 2011 and rebranded to Octa in September 2023. In South Africa it operates through Orinoco Capital (Pty) Ltd, an FSP authorised by the FSCA, offering MT4, MT5 and OctaTrader from a $25 minimum deposit.
OctaFX at a glance
- OctaFX (branded as Octa) is an international forex and CFD broker founded in 2011, rebranded to Octa in September 2023.
- South African clients are served through Orinoco Capital (Pty) Ltd, an FSP authorised by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).
- The broker offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and its own OctaTrader platform, with a $25 minimum deposit.
- Pricing is commission-free with spreads from 0.6 pips, and leverage reaches up to 1:1000 on forex.
Frequently asked questions
Who owns OctaFX?
OctaFX (Octa) is an international broker group; South African clients are served by Orinoco Capital (Pty) Ltd, authorised by the FSCA.
When was OctaFX founded?
OctaFX was founded in 2011 and rebranded to Octa in September 2023.
Is OctaFX regulated?
In South Africa it works through an FSCA-authorised entity; its global entity is registered in St. Vincent & the Grenadines and its EU entity is CySEC-regulated.