Deriv MT5

Trade global and UAE markets on the Deriv MT5 trading platform. Access over 600 financial assets across Forex, Stocks (including leading ADX companies), Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, and more with up to 1:500 leverage and zero commission.

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Why trade on Deriv MT5

Risk management

Use stop-loss and take-profit to stay in control of your exposure, and negative balance protection to safeguard your capital.

6 markets, 1 platform

Trade all your favourite markets in one place — Forex, Commodities, Stocks, Stock Indices, Cryptocurrencies, and ETFs.

24/7 trading

Trade round the clock, even on weekends, with popular Cryptocurrencies.

Account types

Trade your way with different accounts tailored to your trading preferences.

	MT5 Standard account	MT5 Swap-free account
Best suited for	Active CFD traders who want access to the full range of trading instruments, including Forex exotics, Commodities like natural gas, and ADX Stocks	Traders who prefer swap-free trading conditions, especially those who hold positions overnight and want to avoid traditional swap charges
Markets available	Forex (majors, minors, exotics) Commodities Stock Indices Cryptocurrencies ETFs Stocks from the US, Europe, and Abu Dhabi	Forex (majors and minors) Commodities Stock Indices Cryptocurrencies ETFs Stocks from the US and Europe
Leverage	Up to 1:500 on selected instruments	Up to 1:500 on selected instruments
Pricing structure	Trading costs are built mainly into the bid-offer spread. Swap charges may apply when you hold positions overnight	No traditional swaps are charged. Admin fees may apply to positions kept open beyond 5 days
Account currency	AED or USD	AED or USD
Demo availability	Yes, with AED 10,000 in virtual funds to practise trading risk-free	Yes, with AED 10,000 in virtual funds to explore swap-free conditions

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Markets to trade on
Deriv MT5 in the UAE

Forex

Trade major, minor, and exotic currency pairs with leverage of up to 1:500 on selected instruments. Forex CFDs on Deriv MT5 let you go long or short on popular pairs such as EUR/USD, GBP/USD, and USD/JPY, so you can trade on both rising and falling markets.

Stocks

Get exposure to leading companies from the US, Europe, and Abu Dhabi (ADX). ADX stocks on Deriv MT5 include some of the UAE’s most influential and innovative companies, giving you a way to trade the region’s growth story alongside global names.

Stock Indices

Speculate on the performance of entire markets with global stock index CFDs. These indices track major exchanges in regions such as the US, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, allowing you to trade overall market direction instead of focusing on individual companies.

Commodities

Trade precious metals, base metals, and energies as CFDs. You can access gold, silver, key industrial metals, and energy products such as crude oil and natural gas.

Crypto

Trade major coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum alongside a range of altcoins, available 24/7 as crypto CFDs on Deriv MT5. Go long or short on fast-moving digital assets without needing a separate crypto wallet or exchange account.

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs)

Use ETF CFDs to gain exposure to broad indices, specific sectors, commodities, bonds, or themes such as growth and emerging markets. These instruments allow you to trade diversified baskets of assets through a single position.

How to start trading on Deriv MT5

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1 Open your Deriv account

2 Activate your Wallet

Verify your identity and activate your Wallet to make your first deposit.

3 Open a Deriv MT5 account

Activate a Deriv MT5 account based on your preference — Standard for full asset access or Swap-free to avoid overnight fees.

4 Start trading

Transfer funds from your Wallet to your Deriv MT5 account and start trading.

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Trade on MT5 with a UAE-regulated broker

Explore CFDs with Deriv, trusted by over 3 million traders worldwide for 25+ years. Now regulated by the SCA to serve UAE traders.

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Your Deriv MT5 questions answered

What is Deriv MT5 (MetaTrader 5)?

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Deriv MT5 is Deriv’s multi-asset CFD trading platform based on MetaTrader 5. On Deriv MT5, you can trade CFDs on forex, stocks (including top ADX-listed companies), stock indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and ETFs from a single account.
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As MT5 traders in the UAE, you can go long or short on price movements, trade with up to 1:500 leverage on selected instruments, and place market and pending orders directly from MT5’s charts and trading tools.

Which Deriv MT5 account is best for me?

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The best account depends on your trading style. The MT5 Standard account is suitable if you want the widest choice of instruments, including forex exotics, commodities, indices, cryptocurrencies, ETFs, and stocks from the US, Europe, and ADX.

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The MT5 Swap-free account is designed for traders who prefer swap-free conditions, especially if they hold positions for longer. You can open both accounts and choose which one to use for each strategy.

What is the minimum deposit for Deriv MT5?

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The minimum deposit on Deriv is AED 40. You deposit funds into your Wallet first and then transfer the amount you want to trade into your Deriv MT5 Standard or Swap-free account. Trading CFDs involves risk, and you should only deposit money you can afford to lose.

Does Deriv MT5 provide a demo account for practice?

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Yes. You can activate a free demo MT5 Standard or demo MT5 Swap-free account anytime. Each demo account is credited with AED 10,000 in virtual funds, which you can reset whenever the balance is low.

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Demo trading lets you learn how to use Deriv MT5, explore different markets, and test your trading strategies without risking real money. It is a useful way to build confidence before you start trading with real funds.

What risk management tools are available on Deriv MT5?

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Deriv MT5 offers several tools to help you manage risk, including:

stop-loss and take-profit orders, which can be set when opening or adjusting a trade, so positions close automatically at price levels you define.
access to technical analysis tools to support more informed entries and exits.
negative balance protection designed to prevent your overall account from going below zero if markets move sharply against you

Can I trade with Deriv MT5 on my mobile device?

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Yes, Deriv MT5 is available on mobile devices. Download the app from Google Play, the Apple App Store, or Huawei AppGallery and log in with your Deriv MT5 credentials to trade on the go. This lets you monitor the markets, adjust open positions, and open new trades from your phone or tablet when you are away from your desktop.

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Deriv MT5 is also accessible on desktop and through the web trader for browser-based access.