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Skilling review

Rated 4.3 / 5 · Best for EU + MENA mobile-first traders wanting modern proprietary platforms with cTrader + TradingView execution options.

Regulators
CySEC, FSA Seychelles
Min. deposit
$100
Spread from
0.1 pips (Premium) / 0.7 pips (Standard)
Max. leverage
Up to 1:30 (EU retail) / 1:500 (offshore)
Platforms
MT4, cTrader, Skilling Trader, TradingView
Founded
2016 · Limassol, Cyprus / Malta

Pros

  • CySEC regulation + FSA Seychelles for offshore clients
  • Premium account: 0.1 pips + $3.50/lot/side
  • Native cTrader + TradingView integration
  • Skilling Trader proprietary platform — best-in-class mobile UX
  • 1,200+ instruments across all major asset classes
  • Copy-trading via Skilling Copy

Cons

  • Newer brand (founded 2016) — shorter operating history
  • $100 minimum deposit higher than budget brokers
  • Limited educational content vs. XM / eToro

Skilling review summary

Skilling is a Cyprus + Malta-headquartered broker founded in 2016, regulated by CySEC (EU) and FSA Seychelles. Despite being relatively young, it has rapidly built a reputation as one of the best mobile-first proprietary platform experiences in the EU retail FX market.

Two features stand out: the Skilling Trader proprietary platform — featuring modern UX, integrated copy-trading, and clean mobile execution — and the unusually wide platform choice: native cTrader + TradingView integration alongside MT4, giving Skilling one of the broadest platform stacks among CySEC brokers.

The Premium account (0.1 pips + $3.50/lot/side) is competitive ECN-style execution. The Standard account (0.7 pips, no commission) is acceptable for discretionary traders not running tight scalping strategies.

Where to trade

Skilling is a strong choice for mobile-first EU + MENA traders wanting modern UX + multi-platform flexibility. Compare with Pepperstone and IC Markets for execution cost on majors.

Skilling — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skilling regulated and safe?

Skilling is regulated by CySEC, FSA Seychelles. Client funds are held in segregated accounts at tier-1 banks and the broker operates under active financial-services licenses. Verify each license number on the regulator's official website before opening an account.

What is the minimum deposit at Skilling?

The minimum deposit at Skilling is $100. Most account types accept this minimum; premium tiers may require higher deposits — see the account-types table above.

What are the typical spreads at Skilling?

Spreads at Skilling start from 0.1 pips (Premium) / 0.7 pips (Standard). Actual spreads vary by account type, instrument, time of day, and market volatility. Raw/ECN accounts add a per-lot commission on top of the tighter spread.

What trading platforms does Skilling offer?

Skilling supports: MT4, cTrader, Skilling Trader, TradingView. MT4 / MT5 are the industry standards; cTrader is preferred for ECN execution; proprietary platforms offer broker-specific tools but less third-party compatibility.

What is the maximum leverage at Skilling?

Maximum leverage at Skilling: Up to 1:30 (EU retail) / 1:500 (offshore). EU retail clients are capped at 1:30 by ESMA rules regardless of broker policy. Professional clients and offshore-entity clients can access higher leverage subject to qualification.

Who is Skilling best suited for?

EU + MENA mobile-first traders wanting modern proprietary platforms with cTrader + TradingView execution options.