eToro in the UAE & Dubai: Unbiased Review (2026)

eToro is a multi-asset investment platform. The value of your investments may go up or down. Your capital is at risk.

eToro is one of the best-known investment platforms in the world, famous for social trading: you can see what other investors do and copy their portfolios with CopyTrader. It also offers stocks, ETFs, crypto and CFDs in an easy-to-use app. In this eToro UAE review for 2026 we look at how it is regulated in the UAE, what it costs, what you can invest in and who it suits.

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eToro UAE at a glance

	eToro
UAE entity	eToro (ME) Limited, Abu Dhabi
Regulator	FSRA (ADGM), permission 220073
Stocks	USD 1 per trade (USD 2 on DFM, ADX, HKEX, ASX)
ETFs	No commission
Crypto	1% to buy or sell
Withdrawal	USD 5 (minimum USD 30)
Inactivity	USD 10 per month after 12 months
Demo account	Yes, USD 100,000 virtual

Data checked in September 2026. Spreads, currency conversion and overnight fees on CFDs may apply. See eToro’s fee page.

What is eToro?

eToro was founded in 2007, has over 40 million registered users and has been listed on the Nasdaq since May 2025. In the UAE it operates through eToro (ME) Limited, which has its office in Al Sila Tower, ADGM Square, on Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi. The app is intuitive and suits beginners, while Pro Charts and different order types cover the needs of most active investors.

Is eToro regulated in the UAE?

Yes. eToro (ME) Limited is licensed and regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) under Financial Services Permission number 220073. The licence covers dealing in investments, arranging deals, custody and managing assets. Other eToro group companies are regulated by authorities such as the FCA in the UK and CySEC in Cyprus. Your account is protected with two-factor authentication and biometric login.

Fees

Stocks: USD 1 per trade on most markets and USD 2 on stocks listed in Dubai (DFM), Abu Dhabi (ADX), Hong Kong and Australia.

ETFs: no commission.

Crypto: 1% when you buy or sell.

Currency conversion: your account is in USD, so deposits in AED or other currencies are converted with a fee that depends on your eToro Club tier.

Withdrawals and inactivity: each withdrawal costs USD 5, with a minimum of USD 30. If you do not log in for 12 months, eToro charges USD 10 per month from your available balance.

CFDs: costs are in the spread, plus overnight fees on open positions.

Markets and products

With eToro you can invest in real stocks from the US, Europe, the UK, Hong Kong, Australia and the Gulf, including the Dubai and Abu Dhabi exchanges, in ETFs and in crypto. UAE users can also deposit selected cryptocurrencies from external wallets into the eToro Crypto Wallet since November 2025. eToro also offers CFDs on stocks, indices, forex, commodities and crypto. Futures are not available.

Islamic account: according to eToro, a swap-free Islamic account is available to clients who fund at least USD 1,000 and contact customer service.

CopyTrader and Smart Portfolios

CopyTrader: choose an investor and allocate an amount that copies their positions in the same proportions, in real time and at no extra charge. Before copying you can see their past returns, risk score and portfolio. Remember that past returns do not predict future results.

Smart Portfolios: thematic portfolios built by eToro’s investment team or its partners, which you can invest in with one click. No management fee is charged, but trading costs apply.

CopyTrader on eToro. Source: eToro.

Copy trading does not amount to investment advice. The value of your investments may go up or down. Your capital is at risk. Past performance is not an indication of future results.

Opening an account and welcome bonus

Open your account through this link, fill in your personal details and your investing experience, and upload your ID and proof of address. Once verified, you can deposit by bank transfer or card. New users in the UAE can get a stock or crypto position worth USD 50 after a first deposit of USD 200, kept for 90 days (terms apply).

Pros and cons

✅ Regulated in the UAE by the FSRA, with an office in Abu Dhabi
✅ Social trading with CopyTrader and a very easy app
✅ Commission-free ETFs and access to DFM and ADX stocks

❌ USD-only account, so AED deposits carry a conversion fee
❌ USD 5 withdrawal fee and inactivity fee after 12 months
❌ No futures and fewer tools than platforms for professional traders

Who is eToro for?

eToro suits beginners and investors who value an easy app, social trading and access to stocks, ETFs and crypto in one account, with a UAE licence. Active traders who want futures, options or the lowest possible costs on large orders may prefer Interactive Brokers. For a full comparison, read our guide to the best online brokers in the UAE.

FAQs

Is eToro legal in the UAE?
Yes. eToro (ME) Limited is licensed and regulated by the FSRA in Abu Dhabi Global Market.

Can I deposit AED on eToro?
You can deposit from a UAE bank account or card, but the account is in USD, so AED is converted with a fee.

Does eToro have an Islamic account?
Yes. According to eToro, it is available to clients who fund at least USD 1,000 and ask customer service.

Disclaimer: this article is for information only and is not investment advice.

eToro is a multi-asset platform which offers both investing in stocks and cryptoassets, as well as trading CFDs. CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 51% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Cryptoassets are highly volatile and you could lose all the money you invest.