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What to check before accepting a forex bonus

Review eligible accounts, withdrawal rules, trading-volume requirements and expiry conditions before choosing a bonus.

A bonus or trading credit is not the same as cash. The bonus itself may not be withdrawable, and campaign rules can set trading, expiry or withdrawal conditions.

Read the official terms for the specific promotion before registering, depositing or trading.

Bonus conditions differ by promotion

Eligibility can depend on country, account type, verification, deposit method and campaign period. A promotion may be available only on a designated account.

The broker's current campaign terms take priority over a summary page.

Check withdrawal and expiry conditions

Some promotions require a minimum trading volume before profits can be withdrawn. Withdrawing funds or moving funds between accounts can reduce or cancel bonus credit.

Do not trade solely to meet a bonus condition without understanding the costs and risks involved.

Treat a bonus as a condition set, not a return

Compare the conditions against the way you intend to use the account. A larger headline amount is not automatically more suitable.

Frequently asked questions

Q. Can I withdraw the bonus itself?

A. Often no, but rules vary. Check the promotion terms for the specific account.

Q. Will a bonus guarantee more trading capacity?

A. No. Eligibility and margin treatment can differ, and trading still involves risk.

Sources and conditions

How this guide is maintained

FX Textbook is edited from official platform documentation, broker-published information and applicable terms where available. Account conditions, services and rules can change. Confirm the current terms in the broker's registration flow before you act.

Important risk information

FX Textbook is an independent information site, not a broker or provider of personal investment advice. Forex and CFDs involve risk. You may lose some or all of your invested capital. No trading result is guaranteed.

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