I get asked about partner codes constantly. Usually the same question: can you get free trades or lower spreads?
Nope. AvaTrade charges zero commission on forex. You pay the spread. The spread is the fee. A partner code doesn't change that.
What 128979 does is unlock the welcome bonus. Extra funds in your account based on how much you put in. That's all it does.
How much do you get?
$1,000 deposit adds $200.
Deposit $2,000 for $400 bonus.
$5,000 to $9,999 adds $1,000.
Deposit $100,000+ and you can get up to $14,000. Most people won't hit that.
UK accounts start at £160 for £800 deposited. Goes to £11,200 at the top.
Account minimum is $100. Bonus requires $1,000 minimum.
Where AvaTrade Partner Code - 128979 to enter the code
During registration. After you enter your phone number, you'll see small text reading "Have a Partner Code?". Click it. The field expands. Type **128979**.
People overlook it constantly because it's hidden.
If the system rejects it, don't panic. Finish signing up. Message your account manager before you deposit. Request partner code 128979 be added. They do this manually all the time.
There's a catch with the bonus
You need to trade a certain volume.
About 10,000 units for every dollar of bonus. $200 bonus requires 2,000,000 units of trading volume. Slower if you're trading micro lots. Active traders hit it quicker than expected.
Your deposit is yours. Take it out anytime. The bonus stays locked until you hit the volume.
One thing worth knowing: while the bonus is locked, it still counts toward your margin. This lets you take bigger positions. That breathing room helps while you're learning.
Quick facts about AvaTrade
Regulated by six bodies: FCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, FSA Japan, ADGM. Segregated client accounts. In business since 2006.
You get MT4, MT5, AvaTradeGO mobile app, and WebTrader. Pick what suits you. Same account works across all of them.
EUR/USD from 0.9 pips. Commission-free.
Be aware of the inactivity charge. $50 per quarter if you don't trade for three months.
Good fit for
Beginners wanting solid regulation and platform choice. Anyone who wants the option to protect trades with AvaProtect.
Skip this if
High-frequency traders. The spreads are fine but not exceptional. ECN brokers will beat them on cost if you're trading high volume.
Traders wanting real stock ownership. It's CFD trading only.
Traders based in the US. US clients aren't accepted.
Full breakdown
Full guide with all the details here:
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