HFM for Ugandan traders

Trade Forex & CFDs with HFM in Uganda

MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, 1,000+ instruments, spreads from 0.0 pips, leverage up to 1:2000 and a $0 minimum deposit on several accounts.

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Min deposit $0 (from about $5 to fund) · Up to 1:2000 · Rating 4.3/5

HFM (formerly HotForex) is a multi-regulated forex and CFD broker founded in 2010, offering MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, 1,000+ instruments, leverage up to 1:2000 and account types (Cent, Zero, Premium, Pro) with a $0 minimum deposit on several. This is an independent information page for traders in Uganda; HFM has no local Bappebti licence and serves Ugandan clients offshore.

$0 (from about $5 to fund)Min deposit

Up to 1:2000Max leverage

1,000+Instruments

2010Founded

Why traders choose HFM

Multi-regulated group (CySEC, FSCA, DFSA, FCA and others), with client funds held in segregated accounts
Both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, plus a proprietary HFM mobile app and WebTrader
Wide account choice (Cent, Zero, Premium, Pro) with a $0 minimum on several account types
1,000+ instruments across forex, stocks, indices, metals, energies, bonds, ETFs and crypto CFDs
Free demo account and swap-free (Islamic) option available

HFM accounts at a glance

Account	Platform	Spread from	Commission	Best for
Cent	MT4 / MT5	1.2 pips	$0	Beginners trading in small (cent) lot sizes
Zero	MT4 / MT5	0.0 pips	From $3 per side per lot	Active and cost-sensitive traders wanting raw spreads
Premium	MT4 / MT5	1.2 pips	$0	Everyday traders wanting a wide instrument range, no commission
Pro	MT4 / MT5	0.5 pips	$0	Experienced traders wanting tighter spreads without per-lot commission

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About

Who HFM is, when it was founded and how the group is regulated.

More: spreads, leverage & margin, account types, demo account, gold trading.

HFM Uganda — quick verdict

HFM (formerly HotForex) is a multi-regulated broker founded in 2010, offering MT4 and MT5, 1,000+ instruments and a range of accounts from a $0 minimum. It suits traders who want the MetaTrader platforms with high leverage, but Ugandan clients are served offshore (no Bappebti licence) and CFDs carry a high risk of loss. See real user opinion on Trustpilot.

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Frequently asked questions

Is HFM available in Uganda?

Yes, HFM accepts Ugandan clients through an offshore entity. It does not hold a local Bappebti licence, so review the terms and risk disclosures before opening an account.

What is the minimum deposit at HFM?

Several HFM accounts (Cent, Zero, Premium) have a $0 minimum, though you typically fund from about $5 to start trading. The Pro account usually needs around $100.

Which platforms does HFM support?

HFM supports MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 on desktop, web and mobile, plus a proprietary HFM mobile app and browser-based WebTrader.