Exness Registration Step by Step

Account Opening Requirements for South African Traders

Opening an Exness trading account in South Africa involves providing essential documents and personal data. Our company simplifies this process to allow South African traders rapid access to global forex and CFD markets. Accepted identification includes South African ID cards, passports, or booklet IDs. Verification of these documents typically completes within 24 hours under normal conditions. Compliance with FSCA regulations ensures protection and segregation of client funds under South African financial policies.

Clients must be at least 18 years old and confirm non-US residency during account creation. Our system cross-checks data to avoid discrepancies that could delay trading access. We require proof of address dated within three months to confirm residence. Verification is performed through a secure portal that encrypts all submitted personal information.

Step-by-Step Registration Process

To start, visit the official Exness website and click the “Register” button. This action redirects you to a secure registration portal. Choose South Africa as your country of residence to ensure correct compliance and localized settings. Input a secure email address and create a password with mixed characters for robust security. Complete phone verification by entering the code sent to your South African number.

Initial Account Setup

The registration form includes fields for country selection, email, password, phone number, and an optional partner code. Make sure to enter your phone number with the South African prefix (+27). Verification codes expire quickly, so input it promptly to avoid restarting the process.

Personal Information Entry

Enter your full name and date of birth exactly as they appear on your ID document. Provide your physical residential address within South Africa. All details must match your proof of address to pass verification smoothly. Our system uses encrypted connections to protect your data during submission.

Account Preferences Configuration

Select your preferred account currency such as ZAR, USD, or EUR. Indicate your trading experience level and expected trading volume. Choose from account types like Standard, Pro, or Raw Spread, each offering different spreads and commissions. New traders often start with Standard accounts featuring spreads from 0.2 pips.

Identity Verification Process

After registration, you must verify your identity to unlock full platform features. Upload clear images of your South African ID or passport. Acceptable file types include high-resolution JPEG, PNG, or PDF. Ensure all document text is legible without glare or blur to prevent delays.

Document Upload Requirements

Capture both front and back of your ID clearly. Submit proof of address dated within the last 90 days such as utility bills or bank statements. Names and addresses must match those provided during registration. This step confirms your eligibility under South African regulations.

Verification Timeline and Status

Verification normally completes within 2 to 24 hours during business days. You will receive email notifications at each verification step. Use your Personal Area dashboard to track verification progress in real time. Green checkmarks indicate approval, while orange icons show pending status.

Platform Selection and Access

Once verified, choose your preferred trading platform. Exness offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and the web-based Exness Terminal. Each supports different features tailored to diverse trading styles and experience levels. Download MetaTrader platforms from our site or app stores, then log in using your account credentials.

MetaTrader Platform Setup

MetaTrader 5 supports more instruments, advanced charting, and automated trading compared to MT4. Both platforms allow South African traders to operate within local time zones and use ZAR-based accounts. Installation is compatible with Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS systems.

Exness Terminal Web Access

Use the Exness Terminal directly in your browser for quick access without installation. Log into your Personal Area and launch the terminal from any MT5 account. It includes TradingView charts, over 60 technical indicators, and one-click order execution. Real-time price feeds update every millisecond for precise trading decisions.

Account Funding Methods

Deposit funds using South African payment solutions including local bank transfers, Ozow instant payments, and cryptocurrencies. Minimum deposit starts at $10 USD equivalent. Bank transfers typically take 1-2 business days to clear. Ozow offers near-instant deposits from major South African banks.

Local Banking Options

Use our secure payment gateway for South African bank deposits. Ensure bank details are accurate to avoid transaction delays. Ozow supports most common banks such as FNB, Standard Bank, ABSA, Nedbank, and Capitec for instant funding.

Cryptocurrency Deposit Methods

Deposits via Bitcoin and Tether (USDT) are accepted. Blockchain confirmation times vary but generally credit accounts within 30 minutes. Use the unique wallet addresses provided for each transaction. Monitor deposits through your Personal Area transaction history.

Trading Account Configuration

After funding, configure your account settings such as leverage and risk management tools. Adjust leverage levels up to 1:2000 depending on your experience. Higher leverage increases both profit potential and risk exposure. We recommend conservative leverage below 1:100 for beginners.

Leverage and Margin Settings

Modify leverage in your Personal Area under account management. Margin requirements vary by instrument type; forex pairs generally need less margin compared to CFDs on commodities or indices. The platform automatically calculates required margin when initiating orders.

Risk Management Tools

Set stop-loss and take-profit orders to control potential losses and secure gains. Enable negative balance protection to prevent your account from falling below zero. Daily loss limits and stop-out protection offer additional safeguards during volatile market conditions.

Platform Navigation and Interface

Our platform features intuitive interfaces tailored for South African traders. Dashboards display real-time balances, equity, margin, and available funds. Use the eye icon to toggle account information visibility when trading in public environments. Detailed statistics track total trades, win rates, and average duration.

Dashboard Overview and Account Information

Monitor your open positions with live profit and loss updates. Export trading reports for regulatory or tax purposes. The layout is optimised for desktop and mobile devices, ensuring consistent user experience.

Market Analysis and Chart Tools

TradingView-powered charts provide over 60 technical indicators such as MACD, RSI, and Bollinger Bands. Draw trend lines or support/resistance levels directly on charts. Market sentiment indicators display buying and selling pressure updated hourly to inform trading decisions.

Order Execution and Trade Management

Place market orders for immediate execution or set pending orders to trigger at specific price points. One-click trading enables rapid responses during fast-moving markets. Confirm activation of this feature within platform settings before use. Average order execution speed remains under 100 milliseconds for major forex pairs.

Order Types and Execution Methods

Market orders execute at current prices, while limit and stop orders trigger at predefined levels. Review detailed execution reports including fill price, slippage, and latency for all trades.

Position Monitoring and Management

Track open trades in the Portfolio section with real-time profit and loss. Adjust stop-loss and take-profit orders directly from the interface. Close individual positions or liquidate all open trades quickly. Mobile apps provide full trade management with secure biometric logins and push notifications.