CFD risk warning (EU)
Trading CFDs involves leverage and a high risk of losing money rapidly. 61% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with eToro Europe Ltd. Consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the risk of losing your money.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/How-does-eToro-calculate-and-present-risk?language=en_GB
Opening an eToro account
The onboarding flow includes creating a profile, completing the KYC questionnaire, submitting identity documents and funding the account via an accepted payment method. A virtual portfolio remains available for practice.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/how-do-i-open-an-etoro-account?language=en_GB
Regulation & licences
- eToro (Europe) Ltd – regulated by CySEC, licence 109/10.
- eToro (UK) Ltd – regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, FRN 583263.
- eToro AUS Capital Pty Ltd – regulated by ASIC, AFSL 491139.
Official registers: FCA FRN 583263 https://register.fca.org.uk/s/firm?id=001b000000NMkLXAA1
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/is-etoro-regulated?language=en_GB
Trading fees & commissions
- Real stocks: 0% commission for long, non-leveraged positions on US equities.
- CFDs: variable spreads plus overnight funding on leveraged positions.
- Inactivity: 10 USD charged after 12 months without logging in.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/which-fees-and-commissions-does-etoro-have?language=en_GB
Conversion fees
Deposits and withdrawals made in a currency other than USD incur a conversion fee. The fee depends on the currency pair (e.g. 50 bps for EUR / USD).
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/does-etoro-charge-conversion-fees?language=en_GB
Withdrawal policy
Minimum withdrawal: 30 USD. A flat 5 USD fee applies to each request. For compliance reasons, funds are usually returned to the original payment method before alternative options are offered.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/does-etoro-charge-withdrawal-fees?language=en_GB
Crypto pricing update (July 2025)
eToro now labels a fixed 1% commission on crypto buy/sell orders, displayed separately from the spread. Spreads remain variable depending on market conditions.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/how-does-etoro-crypto-pricing-work?language=en_GB
How CopyTrader™ works
CopyTrader™ mirrors the trades of a selected investor in real time. Minimum copy amount is 200 USD, and each copied position opens with at least 1 USD. Copiers can pause or stop copying at any moment.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/topic/0TO08000000kXt7GAE/copytrader?language=en_GB
Copy trading risks
Copying successful traders does not guarantee future returns. Performance statistics are historical only; capital is at risk and past performance is not indicative of future results.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/Is-copy-trading-a-safer-investment-strategy?language=en_GB
Smart Portfolios
Smart Portfolios bundle assets around a theme or strategy. They are commission-free to open or close. Underlying market spreads still apply, and minimum investment requirements vary by portfolio.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/topic/0TO08000000kY5UGAU/smart-portfolios?language=en_GB
Smart Portfolio fees
Closing a Smart Portfolio does not trigger additional fees from eToro. However, overnight fees may apply to leveraged CFD positions held within portfolios that include leverage.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/Are-fees-charged-to-close-a-Smart-Portfolio?language=en_GB
Australian resident coverage
Australian clients can trade ASX-listed assets through eToro AUS Capital Pty Ltd. Access to certain markets or asset classes can differ depending on residency and regulatory requirements.
Original URL: https://help.etoro.com/s/article/What-can-I-trade-on-eToro-as-an-Australian-resident?language=en_GB