| Updated: Scope Markets is a CySEC-licensed broker with a presence in various jurisdictions. Over 800 instruments are present in the trading brand’s catalog, with forex pairs being one of the major highlights. Trading FX at Scope Markets can come with a range of costs that will play a key role in one’s profitability.
In this publication, we outline the intricacies of Scope Markets’ fee structure concerning charges attached to trading as well as the non-trading costs at its European branch. We will also take a look at the charges traders may encounter if they create accounts at the brand’s offshore entity.
Scope Markets Trading Costs
Scope Markets features two retail trading accounts in Europe: One Account and Plus Account. Both are spread-only accounts, meaning users will not need to pay additional commissions on top of the spread, and the Plus Account spreads are slightly lower in general. International clients, meanwhile, will come across the Scope Elite account, which boasts even lower spreads but requires that traders pay commissions when they trade forex.
In this section, we will focus on the aforementioned account types as well as other charges directly tied to trading.
Scope Markets Forex Trading Costs with One Account
The first account type we will examine is the One Account. In Europe, the typical EUR/USD spread stands at 0.9 pips, and there is no additional commission attached. The overall cost of a given trade with this spread will therefore depend on whether you use micro lots or standard lots.
With micro lots (1,000 currency units), one pip movement will result in $0.10 in profits if the movement is in your favor, or the same amount in losses should the markets go against you. Therefore, the overall trading costs per lot can be calculated in the following way.
- Spread: 0.9
- Spread Cost: 0.9 x 0.10 = $0.09
- Commission: $0
- Total Cost: (0.9 x 0.10) + $0 = $0.09 per side ($0.18 round turn)
If you decide to trade with standard lots (100,000 currency units), the formula is similar:
- Spread: 0.9
- Spread Cost: 0.9 x 10 = $9 per side
- Commission: $0
- Total Cost: (0.9 x 10) + $0 = $9 per side ($18 round turn)
The following table features the trading expenses of some of the most popular pairs at Scope Markets Europe:
| Typical Spread Costs with Scope Markets One Account (CySEC) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instrument | One Account | Commission Per Side | Cost per Micro Lot | Cost per Standard Lot |
| EUR/USD | 0.9 | $0 | $0.09 | $9 |
| GBP/USD | 1.1 | $0 | $0.11 | $11 |
| USD/JPY | 1.1 | $0 | $0.11 | $11 |
| USD/CHF | 1.3 | $0 | $0.13 | $13 |
| AUD/USD | 0.9 | $0 | $0.09 | $9 |
| USD/CAD | 1.2 | $0 | $0.12 | $12 |
| NZD/USD | 1.3 | $0 | $0.13 | $13 |
At the offshore branch, the spreads and their respective costs are slightly higher or lower depending on the pairing:
| Typical Spread Costs with Scope Markets One Account (IFSC Belize) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instrument | One Account | Commission Per Side | Cost per Micro Lot | Cost per Standard Lot |
| EUR/USD | 1 pip | $0 | $0.1 | $10 |
| GBP/USD | 1.1 pips | $0 | $0.11 | $11 |
| USD/JPY | 2.2 pips | $0 | $0.22 | $22 |
| USD/CHF | 1.5 pips | $0 | $0.15 | $15 |
| AUD/USD | 1 pip | $0 | $0.1 | $10 |
| USD/CAD | 1.9 pips | $0 | $0.19 | $19 |
| NZD/USD | 1.2 pips | $0 | $0.12 | $12 |
The broker has clarified that the $0 commission does not apply when it comes to CFD shares. Instead, commissions in the EU may stand at 0.30% or $0.30. When it comes to investing, European traders can observe the following commission formula:
Notional Volume = Size * Price * Contract Size
As for the offshore entity, One Account owners incur a $5 commission if they trade futures or spot commodities. Shares’ commissions can hit 35%:
- Japan- 20%
- Hong Kong- 35%
- Canada- 4%
- Belgium- 15%
Scope Markets Forex Trading Costs with Plus Account
The other account type that traders based in Europe will be able to open is the Plus Account. Other than the $10,000 minimum deposit, this option is relatively similar to the One Account offering, seeing as it supports MT5, enables micro lot trading, has a leverage of 1:30, and grants users access to Scope Markets’ vast library of instruments.
Crucially, this account is also commission-free when it comes to forex. Seasoned traders will take note of how unusual this is, seeing as the vast majority of broking firms charge a commission when they offer an account type with lower spreads.
The slightly narrower spreads make the overall costs better:
| Typical Spread Costs with Scope Markets Plus Account | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instrument | Plus Account | Commission Per Side | Cost per Micro Lot | Cost per Standard Lot |
| EUR/USD | 0.7 | $0 | $0.07 | $7 |
| GBP/USD | 1 | $0 | $0.1 | $10 |
| USD/JPY | 0.9 | $0 | $0.09 | $9 |
| USD/CHF | 1.2 | $0 | $0.12 | $12 |
| AUD/USD | 0.8 | $0 | $0.08 | $8 |
| USD/CAD | 1 | $0 | $0.1 | $10 |
| NZD/USD | 1.2 | $0 | $0.12 | $12 |
The commissions on shares, futures, and spot commodities outlined in the previous section also apply in their relevant jurisdictions when it comes to the Plus Account.
Scope Markets Forex Trading Costs with Scope Elite Account
This is an account type exclusive to the Scope Markets entity operated by RS Global Ltd in Belize. Unlike its European counterpart, Scope Plus, this option does come with a commission of $3.5 per side in exchange for even lower spreads with averages from 0.0 pips.
As established, the costs of trading EUR/USD with a One Account stand at $0.1 and $10 for micro and standard lots, respectively. If the pair’s spread were to drop to 0.0 pips when using the Scope Elite account, we can calculate the standard lot costs by taking the commission into account.
- Spread: 0.0
- Spread Cost: 0.0 x 10 = $0
- Commission: $3.5
- Total Cost: (0.0 x 10) + $3.5 = $3.5 per side
Basically, the cost here ends up amounting to the commission, and it is far lower than the One Account’s $10. Applying the formula to micro lot trading results in a cost of just $0.035 per side.
Scope Markets Overnight Funding Costs
Like all reputable brokerages, Scope Markets allows its clients to keep their leveraged positions open even after markets close. This grants traders the opportunity to earn interest, but it also means they could be charged interest if their trade does not go according to plan.
The formula Scope Markets utilizes to calculate swap rates looks like this:
Swap = (one point / exchange rate) *(trade size)* (swap value in points).
You can view the currently relevant swap rates by logging into your Scope Markets account at MetaTrader 4 or 5’s desktop client or mobile app. The values below were the overnight charges that applied on December 9, 2025.
| Scope Markets Swap Rates MT5 (December 09, 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Instrument | Long | Short |
| EUR/USD | -9.33 | 4.22 |
| GBP/USD | -2.57 | -2.89 |
| USD/JPY | 13.63 | -20.25 |
| USD/CHF | 7.88 | -11.38 |
| AUD/USD | -1.57 | -1 |
| USD/CAD | 4.75 | -10.75 |
| NZD/USD | -3.63 | 1.22 |
Traders should be aware that swaps on positions held over the weekend are tripled. The brokerage has provided the following example on how swaps are calculated in such a scenario:
- Long Position EUR/USD: $100,000
- Swap Rate Short: 0.1 points
- Swap Rate Long: -7.1
- Weekend Calculation: ((0.00001*100,000* -7.1) * 3= USD -21.3
Swap-Free Trading Costs at Scope Markets
Muslim traders’ positions are not affected by swaps provided they have created an Islamic Account. According to the broker, the instruments XAU/USD, EUR/USD, NAS100, SP500, WS30, and DAX40 are available to swap-free account holders, and no administration fees apply. We should also stress that the swap-free status is active for three weekdays per week.
At the Belize-regulated brokerage, Islamic accounts come with their own commission (per lot, per side) of $5.
Scope Markets Non-Trading Costs
Apart from the costs directly associated with trading, many brokers attach additional fees to other aspects of owning a trading account. Scope Markets has a straightforward approach when it comes to these costs. Namely, the brand has decided against charging its clients for transactions and account creation. Moreover, the broker has not mentioned an inactivity fee, nor does it specify any conversion fees.
| Scope Markets Non-Trading Costs at a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Deposit Fees | Free |
| Withdrawal Fees | Free |
| Account Opening Fees | Free |
| Inactivity Fees | No |
| VPS Hosting Subscription | N/A |
Closing Thoughts on Scope Markets Fees
All in all, Scope Markets’ fee structure will neither break the bank nor confuse novice traders. The trading costs are predominantly centred around the spread, but commissions may apply in certain cases. Transparent overnight fees may also apply, and they can be observed in the trading platform you utilize. Last but not least, traders will be pleased to find that deposits and withdrawals are fee-free. The latter is of particular relevance given how plenty of other brokers charge their clients for cashing out funds.
