Exness Charges in India: Complete Fee Structure Guide

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Account Types and Associated Fees

Exness offers multiple account types to Indian traders. Each account type has a specific fee structure.

Trading costs vary based on account selection. Understanding these differences helps optimize trading expenses.

Standard Account Charges

Standard accounts provide variable spreads without commissions. The spread serves as the primary cost.

Currency Pair	Average Spread	Minimum Spread
EUR/USD	0.9 pips	0.3 pips
GBP/USD	1.1 pips	0.5 pips
USD/JPY	1.0 pips	0.3 pips
AUD/USD	1.3 pips	0.6 pips
USD/INR	18.0 pips	12.0 pips

Standard accounts require no minimum deposit. No commission applies to trades.

Trading cost calculation follows this formula: Spread × Lot Size × Contract Size = Total Cost.

Zero Account Charges

Zero accounts feature zero spreads on major instruments with a commission structure. This setup appeals to high-frequency traders.

Commission rates:

$3.5 per standard lot per side
$7.0 per lot for a complete round trip (open and close)
Charged in account currency equivalent

The minimum deposit requirement stands at $200 (approximately ₹16,500). Commission applies upon trade execution.

Raw Spread Account Charges

Raw Spread accounts offer institutional-grade spreads with commission. These accounts target professional traders.

The commission structure mirrors Zero accounts:

$3.5 per lot per side
$7.0 per lot round trip
Charged in account currency equivalent

The minimum deposit equals $200 (approximately ₹16,500). Available exclusively on MT5 platform.

Deposit and Withdrawal Fees

Understanding transaction costs helps Indian traders plan their fund transfers effectively.

Deposit Methods and Charges

Exness charges no fees for deposits. Third-party providers may apply their own fees.

Payment Method	Exness Fee	Provider Fee	Processing Time
UPI	₹0	Varies	Instant
NetBanking	₹0	Varies	1-24 hours
Indian Cards	₹0	0-2%	Instant
E-wallets	₹0	0-2.5%	Instant
Bank Transfer	₹0	Bank dependent	1-5 business days
Cryptocurrency	₹0	Network fee	30-60 minutes

The minimum deposit amount varies by method, typically starting at ₹500.

Withdrawal Charges

Exness applies no direct withdrawal fees. Third-party processors may charge their own fees.

Withdrawal Method	Exness Fee	Provider Fee	Processing Time
UPI	₹0	Varies	Up to 24 hours
Bank Transfer	₹0	Bank dependent	1-5 business days
E-wallets	₹0	0-2%	Up to 24 hours
Cryptocurrency	₹0	Network fee	30-60 minutes

The minimum withdrawal amount varies by method. Check current limits in Personal Area.

Currency Conversion Fees

Currency conversion occurs when:

Depositing INR to a USD account
Withdrawing USD to an INR payment method
Trading instruments denominated in currencies other than the account currency

The conversion fee ranges from 0.5% to 1.5% of the transaction amount. Rates fluctuate based on market conditions. To minimize conversion costs:

Match account currency with primary deposit/withdrawal method
Use INR-denominated accounts when primarily using Indian payment systems
Monitor exchange rates before large transfers

Swap Rates and Overnight Fees

Positions held open overnight incur swap fees. These fees reflect interest rate differentials between currencies.

Swap Calculation Method

Swap rates calculate as:

Lot size × Contract size × Swap rate in points × Point value

Rates differ for long and short positions. Rates triple on Wednesday to account for weekend.

Currency Pair	Long Swap Rate	Short Swap Rate
EUR/USD	-0.69	-2.32
GBP/USD	-0.82	-2.95
USD/JPY	0.3	-6.52
USD/INR	-12.57	0.88
XAU/USD	-5.21	-1.23

Swap-free options exist for eligible traders. Check current rates through terminal or website.

Inactivity Fees

Exness charges no inactivity fees. Dormant accounts remain accessible without penalty.

The absence of inactivity fees benefits:

Seasonal traders
Investors with long-term positions
Traders who pause activities during market uncertainty

Account funds remain intact regardless of inactivity duration. Login periodically to maintain familiarity with platform updates.

Leverage-Related Charges

Leverage itself incurs no direct fees. However, higher leverage increases margin requirements and potential swap costs.

Margin Requirements

Margin calculation: Contract value ÷ Leverage = Required margin

Lower leverage requires more capital per position. Higher leverage permits more positions per capital unit.

Leverage	Margin Requirement for 1 Lot EUR/USD (Contract Value $100,000)
1:2000	$50 (₹4,125)
1:1000	$100 (₹8,250)
1:500	$200 (₹16,500)
1:200	$500 (₹41,250)
1:100	$1,000 (₹82,500)
1:50	$2,000 (₹165,000)

Indian traders qualify for up to 1:2000 leverage. Eligibility depends on trading history and account equity.

Hidden Costs and Additional Charges

Beyond direct fees, traders should consider indirect costs that impact trading profitability.

Slippage

Slippage occurs when execution price differs from requested price. More common during market volatility.

Market execution accounts experience more slippage than instant execution accounts. Zero and Raw Spread accounts use market execution.

Requotes

Standard accounts with instant execution may experience requotes during volatile markets. This represents an indirect time cost.

Zero and Raw Spread accounts avoid requotes through market execution model. Price confirmed at actual execution.

Stop Out Levels

Stop out occurs when margin level falls below threshold:

10% for unlimited leverage accounts
30% for standard leverage accounts

No direct fee applies, but forced position closure may occur at unfavorable prices. Proper risk management prevents stop-outs.

Comparing Account Types for Cost Efficiency

Account selection impacts overall trading costs. Each type suits different trading styles.

Cost Comparison by Trading Volume

Account Type	Low Volume (<10 lots/month)	Medium Volume (10-100 lots/month)	High Volume (>100 lots/month)
Standard	Most economical	Moderate cost	Expensive
Zero	Expensive	Economical	Most economical
Raw Spread	Expensive	Economical	Most economical

Short-term traders benefit from Zero and Raw Spread accounts despite commissions. Long-term position traders often find Standard accounts more cost-effective.

Trading Style Compatibility

Trading Style	Recommended Account	Reasoning
Scalping	Zero or Raw Spread	Fixed costs, zero/low spreads
Day Trading	Zero or Raw Spread	Predictable commission structure
Swing Trading	Standard or Zero	Depends on trade frequency
Position Trading	Standard	Lower overnight costs
Algorithmic Trading	Raw Spread	Consistent execution pricing

Consider personal trading patterns when selecting accounts. Multiple account types can be maintained simultaneously.

Legal and Regulatory Fees

Indian traders face no direct regulatory fees when using Exness. However, tax obligations remain.

Tax Implications

Profits from forex trading may be taxable under Indian income tax laws. Potential classifications include:

Business income
Capital gains
Speculative business income

Tax rates vary based on classification and individual tax brackets. Consult tax professionals for personalized advice.

Foreign Remittance Considerations

The Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) allows Indian residents to remit up to $250,000 per financial year. Transactions count toward this limit. Banks may require documentation for transactions. Keep trading records for compliance purposes.

How to Calculate Total Trading Costs

Understanding total costs helps forecast profitability. The calculation differs by account type.

Standard Account Cost Calculation

Formula: (Spread in pips × Pip value × Lot size) + Swap costs (if applicable) Example for 1 lot EUR/USD trade held for 1 day:

Average spread: 0.9 pips
Pip value for 1 standard lot: $10
Cost: 0.9 × 10=10 = 10=9.00 (₹742.50)
Plus applicable swap fees

Zero/Raw Spread Account Cost Calculation

Formula: (Commission per lot × Lot size × 2) + (Spread × Pip value × Lot size) + Swap costs Example for 1 lot EUR/USD trade held for 1 day:

Commission: 3.5×2=3.5 × 2 = 3.5×2=7 (₹577.50)
Spread cost: 0.0 × 10=10 = 10=0
Total: $7.00 (₹577.50)
Plus applicable swap fees