Leverage & Margin Guide
Crypto Leverage & Margin Trading in United Kingdom
Understand margin trading regulations, retail leverage caps, and calculate your risks locally.
Interactive Margin & Liquidation Simulator (GBP)
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Live Risk Calculation
Estimated Liquidation Price
£48,974.08
Required Margin (GBP)£1,000
Total Position Value (GBP)£10,000
Risk LevelModerate Risk
Leverage Caps & Regulations
- Regulator oversight: The FCA regulates leverage and margin trading in United Kingdom.
- Retail Leverage Cap: Derivatives and leverage trading banned for retail investors
- Allowed Spot/Futures:Retail futures and options on crypto are banned. Spot margin is restricted.
Available Margin Trading Platforms in United Kingdom
Offshore and registered exchanges supporting margin trading with their respective statuses:
| Exchange | Operating Status | Allowed Leverage in United Kingdom | Licensing Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binance | Restricted / Limits | Up to 100x | Unlicensed by FCA; fiat channels restricted | View Rules |
| Bybit | Up to 100x | Relaunched UK spot trading in December 2025 via FCA-authorised partner Archax | View Rules | |
| Okx | Restricted / Limits | Up to 100x | Not FCA-registered; operates via restricted financial promotions route (S.21 partner) | View Rules |
| Bitget | Restricted / Limits | Up to 100x | Operates spot services with restricted promotional outreach | View Rules |
| Coinbase | Regulated / Licensed | Spot only | FCA-registered, fully licensed to offer spot trading in the UK | View Rules |