What this section covers
This section explains how an account with Exness, an offshore broker and a partner of this site, is opened, set up and used. The pages are written for readers in Pakistan. Each page covers a single step or setting.
A trading account here means an account for trading CFDs (contracts for difference). A CFD is a contract on the price movement of an instrument such as a currency pair, gold or an index. You do not own the underlying asset. Most of these accounts use leverage, which means borrowed exposure. Leveraged CFD and forex trading can lose money fast, and losses can exceed what you expected to risk.
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Legal status in Pakistan: read this first
Before you look at registration, read what Pakistani regulators say:
- On remittances: per the SBP, remitting foreign exchange to overseas forex/margin/CFD platforms is not allowed through any payment channel (FERA s.5(1)).
- Also, on residents' purchases: per the SBP, the purchase of offshore forex/margin/CFD products by Pakistani residents violates section 4(1) of FERA 1947.
- On offshore platforms: per the SECP, offshore forex/CFD platforms operate without regulatory approval in Pakistan.
- Also, on investor protection: per the SECP, offshore platforms have no Pakistani licence or oversight and offer no legal protection or recourse.
- On SECP warnings: SECP warnings by press release naming platforms (Quotex 09.04.2025; IBKR look-alikes, IGIL Securities, BMA Capital No.108 etc. 22.05.2025; Hillhouse Capital, S-169 Wharton 13.01.2026), none of which names Exness.
In plain terms, a Pakistani regulator does not supervise an offshore account. A complaint cannot go to a local authority, and sending money abroad for this purpose is restricted. For trading in listed securities and commodities: Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), with trading in listed securities and commodities only via SECP-licensed securities and futures brokers. The details and their sources are on Is Exness legal and Law and regulators. This is information, not legal advice. If your situation is unclear, ask a qualified lawyer.
The account journey step by step
| Stage | What happens | What to check | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Register | You create a profile with an email address or phone number | The entity your account belongs to | Registration |
| Verify | You confirm your identity and address with documents | Which documents are accepted at the moment | Verification |
| Choose an account type | You select the trading conditions | Spread, commission, minimum deposit, lot limits | Account types |
| Deposit | You fund the account | Legal position, available methods, fees | Deposits and withdrawals |
| Trade | You place orders on a platform | Leverage, margin, stop-out level | Platforms and apps |
Account conditions change. This page does not list values such as spreads, deposits or leverage limits, because we have no current sourced figures for them. Check the current conditions in the official personal area or on the official website. The account-type pages explain what each condition means and how it affects the cost of a trade.
Where to start
If you are new to trading, start with What is Exness and the legal note above. Then open a demo account. A demo account uses virtual money, so you can learn the platform without risking a deposit. Read Margin call and stop out before you trade with leverage. The Trading basics and Risk management sections cover the terms used here.
If you already trade, go straight to what you want to compare:
- the pages for each account type, such as the Raw Spread account and the Zero account
- All fees, which covers spreads, commissions and swaps together
- Leverage and Hedged margin
- Swap-free accounts and Entities and regulators
The Trade cost calculator and the Margin calculator let you work out costs with your own inputs.
Frequent questions
Is Exness registration allowed in Pakistan?
Creating a profile is a technical step. The legal question is about trading and payments. The SBP and SECP positions are quoted above and explained in full on Is Exness legal.
Which account type should I choose?
This site does not recommend a type. Account types explains how they differ, so you can compare costs against how you trade.
Do I need verification before trading?
Requirements depend on the current rules in the personal area. Verification explains the process. Check the official site for the current requirements.
Can a Pakistani regulator help if something goes wrong?
According to the SECP, offshore platforms offer no legal protection or recourse in Pakistan. See Regulation and Safety.
Is a demo account a safe way to learn?
A demo account carries no financial risk because it uses virtual money. Results on a demo account do not predict results with real money.
