Rock-West Review 2025:
All you need to know

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By Louise Carr & Xevi Fontdegloria

Updated: Aug. 26th, 2025

In this review, the FXStreet team provides an independent and thorough analysis based on direct testing and real experiences with Rock-West. As a leading financial media outlet, our editorial content is driven by rigorous research and data-driven insights, free from external influence. This assessment offers a transparent evaluation of Rock-West conditions, tools, support, regulatory standing, and overall suitability for traders.

Rock‑West is a regulated broker that offers CFD trading across a wide range of markets, including Forex, cryptocurrencies, commodities, indices, and metals. With high leverage, competitive trading conditions, and various account types, Rock-West caters particularly to experienced traders looking for fast execution and direct market access who are comfortable with limited regulatory oversight.

Account Conditions

8.2

Tools and Resources

4.3

Customer Service and Support

7.5

Trading Settings

8.9

Trust

4.3

User Experience

8.5

How do we score brokers

Note: When reviewing Rock-West, it is important to emphasize that the broker operates several entities across different regions, each with varying levels of regulatory oversight, services, and customer experiences. Therefore, for fairness and accuracy, we have based our scoring on the best-performing region for each factor under review.

The broker offers high leverage of up to 2000:1, competitive spreads starting from 0.0 pips on Raw accounts, and zero commissions on the Standard account. Trading is supported through the MetaTrader 5 (MT5) platform, complemented by the proprietary Rock-West app for account management. While the main tool for trading serves its purpose, educational resources for novice traders are very limited.

Operating on a transparent A-book ECN model, Rock-West offers fast trade processing with no dealing desk intervention. They also provide additional features, including copy trading and Multi-Account Manager (MAM) solutions. Client funds are held in segregated accounts with negative balance protection. However, investor safeguards remain limited under Seychelles regulation, which is less stringent than that of other jurisdictions.

With a growing presence in Asia, the broker is positioning itself as an attractive choice for active traders seeking high leverage, competitive pricing, and fast execution speed within a lighter regulatory environment.

🗺️ Regulated geos/regions

Seychelles: Financial Services Authority (FSA).

Currencies accepted for deposits/withdrawals

Fiat deposits and withdrawals: USD, EUR, VND, THB, PHP, MYR, INR, IDR, NGN, KES, and GHS.

Crypto deposits and withdrawals: USDT.

💰 Minimum deposit

Standard Account: $50.

Raw Account: $250.

🛒 Bonus/promotions

Offers region-dependent deposit bonuses, trading rebates, copy trading achievement rewards, referral and loyalty programs, regular contests, and targeted promotions for active clients and introducing brokers.

💱 Tradable asset classes

Forex, Cryptocurrency, Commodities (Metals and Energies), and Index CFDs.

💸 Costs (spreads, fees, commissions)

Spreads differ depending on the instrument and account type.


Standard Account:

Spreads from 1.4 pips.

Commission-free.


Raw Account:

Spreads from 0.0 pips.

Commission is $8.00 per lot, per round turn.


Swaps are applied to overnight positions and are calculated as a percentage of the instrument value or charged as a fixed amount of pips.

💹 Leverage

Standard Account with leverage up to:

Forex: 2000:1.

Metals: 800:1.

Commodities: 100:1.

Indices: 100:1.

Crypto: 10:1.


Raw Account with leverage up to:

Forex: 1000:1.

Metals: 400:1.

Commodities: 100:1.

Indices: 100:1.

Crypto: 10:1.

🏗️ Trading platforms allowed

MetaTrader 5 (MT5).

WebTrader.

Rock-West App.

Rock-West Account Conditions: Straightforward offering, easy fund transfers

Account Conditions

8.2

Rock-West offers a choice of two account types, both of which feature trading on the MetaTrader 5 platform. These combine competitive pricing, high leverage, and offer low-cost access to Forex, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and more. Additionally, swap-free trading is available on request for Islamic traders with the Standard Account. In our review, both depositing and withdrawing funds were easy and straightforward processes completed in a matter of a few minutes.

Account types

  • Standard Account: Rock-West’s primary account type, offering access to a wide range of markets on a spread-only pricing model with zero commission. Designed for traders and those who prefer straightforward pricing, the Standard Account allows trades from as little as 0.01 lots. It offers leverage of up to 2000:1 for Forex (subject to regional restrictions).
  • Raw Account: Tailored towards experienced and high-volume traders, the Raw Account provides direct access to ultra-tight, raw interbank spreads (from 0.0 pips) plus a low commission of $8.00 per lot, per round turn. It’s ideal for scalpers or those prioritizing the lowest possible execution costs. The Raw Account offers customizable leverage of up to 1000:1 for Forex, supports all trading strategies, and enables fast order execution with all the advanced functionality of the platform.
Account Types Details

Standard Account

  • Spreads from 1.4 pips.
  • Minimum deposit: $50.
  • Minimum trade size: 0.01.
  • Leverage up to: 2000:1.
  • Swap-free account available on request.

Raw Account

  • Spreads from 0.0 pips.
  • Commission: $8 per lot, per round turn.
  • Minimum deposit: $250.
  • Minimum trade size: 0.01.
  • Leverage up to: 1000:1.
  • Demo Account: Rock-West offers two types of demo accounts:
    Standard Demo Account: Provides $10,000 in virtual funds to practice trading CFDs under standard account conditions. Suitable for beginners learning the platform and basic strategies.
    Raw Demo Account: This account also comes with $10,000 in virtual funds and simulates the broker’s raw spread conditions, namely lower spreads and faster execution. Useful for testing more advanced or cost-sensitive trading approaches.
  • Islamic (Swap-Free) Account: Rock-West offers Islamic (Swap-Free) Standard accounts upon request, designed to comply with Sharia law by removing overnight interest (swap) charges.

Costs and fees

Costs and fees vary depending on the account chosen.

  • Spreads and Commission:

    Tip: Looking for the tightest spreads? Check out the Raw Account.

    • The Standard account offers spread-only trading, whereas the Raw account charges commission while offering tighter spreads.
      • For the Standard Account, minimum spreads start from 1.0 pip on major currency pairs, 1.2 pips on cross pairs, 4.9 pips on exotics, 3.0 pips on Gold, 1.8 pips on commodities, 10 pips on Indices, and 1.0 pip on Cryptocurrencies.
      • For the Raw Account, minimum spreads start from 0 pips on major currency pairs, 1.0 pip on cross pairs, 4.3 pips on exotics, 0.9 pips on Gold, 1.4 pips on commodities, 4.0 pips on indices, and 1.0 pip on Cryptocurrencies.
        Commissions: $8.00 per lot, per round turn.
  • Swap/Rollover fees: Rollover fees apply to overnight positions and vary depending on the specific instrument being traded.
  • Inactivity fees:
    • If there are no transactions on the account for 12 months, an annual inactivity fee of up to $10 USD will be charged.
  • Deposit and Withdrawal fees:
    • Rock-West does not charge any deposit or withdrawal fees for any payment method. This applies to all standard funding methods, including bank transfers, credit/debit cards, SEPA, direct wallet transfers, BinancePay and local payment methods.

Depositing ease

Rock-West accepts a wide range of deposit methods to accommodate traders globally, including bank transfers, major credit and debit cards such as Visa and Mastercard, as well as USDT deposits through BinancePay or direct wallet transfers. Additionally, it supports various local payment options depending on the trader’s region, enhancing accessibility.

Minimum deposit: The Standard Account requires a minimum deposit of $50, while the Raw Account requires a minimum deposit of $250.

Currencies accepted for deposits (and withdrawals):

  • Fiat: US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Malaysian Ringgit (MYR), Vietnamese Dong (VND), Thai Baht (THB), Philippine Peso (PHP), Indian Rupee (INR), Indonesian Rupiah (IDR), Nigerian Naira (NGN), Kenyan Shilling (KES), Ghanaian Cedi (GHS).
  • Cryptocurrency: Tether (USDT) via BinancePay or direct wallet.

Processing times:

  • Deposits at Rock-West are processed instantly or within a few minutes for most payment methods, including credit/debit cards, BinancePay, and direct wallets (for sending USDT). However, SEPA and bank transfers may take longer (up to 1-2 business days), which is the standard processing time for banks.

User Experience: The deposit process was smooth and efficient. We opted to deposit funds using a crypto wallet, and the process was straightforward with clear instructions provided. Once the transaction was initiated, the payment arrived in our account within just a few minutes, far quicker than many traditional payment methods. There were no delays, technical issues, or unexpected complications, making the experience stress-free. Overall, the speed and simplicity of the deposit process left a very positive impression.

Withdrawal ease

Rock-West supports withdrawals through the same range of methods available for deposits.

  • Minimum withdrawal: Rock‑West’s minimum withdrawal amounts are generally set at $20 for most methods, including BinancePay, direct crypto wallets, Visa/Mastercard, SEPA, and local bank transfers, with some local payment agents allowing even lower minimums.
  • Processing times:
    • BinancePay, Direct Wallet, Visa/Mastercard, Local Banks: Instant (subject to provider and local bank policy).
    • SEPA, Bank Transfers: Up to 2 business days.
    • Local Payment Agents: 1 business day.
  • User Experience: As we had initially deposited USDT via a direct wallet transfer, we made our withdrawal the same way, using the same wallet. Before making the withdrawal, the relevant amount was transferred from our trading account to our Rock‑West wallet via the client area. This transfer took a few seconds. We then submitted the withdrawal request and entered the required details, including our external wallet address. Messages were automatically issued within the Rock-West account management system, alongside emails sent to our email addresses for each step of the transfer and withdrawal process. The transaction was processed quickly and efficiently, with the funds arriving in our wallet within minutes.

Tip: When making a withdrawal, remember to transfer the money from your trading account to your wallet first.

Bonuses and promotions

Rock-West offers a range of trading bonuses and promotions designed to reward clients and encourage active participation. These incentives are designed to appeal to different trading styles and experience levels, helping users enhance their trading opportunities. Still, while potentially valuable, such promotions are generally best suited for active or high-volume traders.

  • Key Considerations: It is essential for participants to thoroughly review the terms and conditions associated with each promotion, as brokers may regularly update or modify their bonus offerings and affiliate programs. Understanding these rules ensures that traders can meet requirements and leverage bonuses without issues, maintaining transparency and avoiding surprises.

Rock-West Trading Settings: Fast ECN execution with high-leverage flexibility

Trading Settings

8.9

Rock-West delivers a professional trading experience with a true ECN model that routes orders directly to top-tier liquidity providers, ensuring transparent, fast, and reliable execution on both Standard and Raw accounts. Supported by MetaTrader 5 and advanced order types, such as OCO, bracket, and algorithmic orders, Rock-West offers traders flexible tools to navigate diverse markets, including access to over 190 Crypto CFDs. With high leverage, traders can maximize market exposure with less capital in a no-dealing desk, stable environment. All these features, together with the excellent execution quality while trading, make Trading Experience the top-rated category in our review. With high leverage, traders can maximize market exposure with less capital in a no-dealing desk, stable environment. All these features, together with the excellent execution quality while trading, make Trading Experience the top-rated category in our review.

Assets and instruments

Rock-West offers a range of tradable instruments across multiple asset classes, including :

  • Forex: 72.
  • Commodities: Metals 5 and Energies 3.
  • Indices: 12.
  • Cryptocurrencies: 193.

Lot sizes

The minimum lot size varies depending on the asset class and instrument selected.

  • Forex, Gold, Indicies, Commodities, and Cryptocurrencies start from 0.01 lots. However, within each asset group, the minimum lot size may differ due to the standard contract size of the individual instrument. For example, Natural Gas starts at 0.10 lots.

Leverage

Rock-West offers two accounts, each with its own leverage options, offering greater flexibility than many regulated brokers. Without the restrictive caps imposed by stricter regulations, traders can select leverage levels that best match their trading style and risk tolerance. However, the maximum leverage available may vary and could be lower depending on the region where your account is opened.

  • Standard Account with leverage up to:
    • Forex: 2000:1.
    • Metals: 800:1.
    • Commodities: 100:1.
    • Indices: 100:1.
    • Crypto: 10:1.
  • Raw Account with leverage up to:
    • Forex: 1000:1.
    • Metals: 400:1.
    • Commodities: 100:1.
    • Indices: 100:1.
    • Crypto: 10:1.

Tip: You can change leverage options in the client area after logging in.

Execution quality

With Rock-West, trades are executed directly into the market through an ECN model, allowing traders to interact with real-time market prices in a transparent, no-dealing-desk environment. Liquidity is aggregated from top‑tier providers, ensuring orders are filled quickly and at the best available prices, while order books on Raw accounts reflect genuine market depth.

Traders can place standard market, limit, or stop orders on all accounts, while advanced order types such as OCO, OSO, trailing stops, and bracket orders are available in MT5.

User Experience: During live testing across Forex pairs, gold, and crypto during the London and New York sessions, execution was smooth, fast, and reliable and reliable. Orders were consistently filled at the requested price or with very minor, sometimes positive slippage, even during high‑volatility periods such as session overlaps. Execution speeds remained excellent, with trades on major pairs and gold completing on major pairs and gold completing in well under 100 ms. No requotes, rejections, or missed fills occurred, and the MT5 platform connection remained stable throughout our trading experience. Spreads on major currencies proved stable under both normal and volatile conditions, with only minimal widening during major news events.

  • Rock-West allows for hedging, scalping and also algorithmic trading.

Rock-West Tools and Resources: Limited toolkit focused on trade execution

Tools and Resources

4.3

Rock-West offers a focused yet limited suite of trading tools and resources built around the industry-standard MetaTrader 5 (MT5) platform. Alongside MT5, Rock‑West offers a proprietary mobile app designed mainly for account management and simplified trading access. The broker does not match some competitors in providing a broad range of proprietary platforms, research tools, or educational content, something that novice traders may miss. Still, it does offer a customizable economic calendar, copy trading functionality, and a Multi‑Account Manager (MAM) system for professional traders. This streamlined yet pared-back offering is best suited for traders who are comfortable with MT5’s core capabilities.

Trading platform

MT5 offers a familiar and professional interface with extensive customization options for charts and trading tools. However, the login process requires manual entry of server and account details each session, which may be inconvenient for some users. However, WebTrader is straightforward to launch, although it has limited advanced features compared to the desktop version. The Rock-West proprietary mobile app adds convenience for account management, but it does not replace MT5 for those looking to trade and complete detailed analysis through the app.

Platform Main takes

MetaTrader 5

  • 9 timeframes on Web, 21 on Desktop/Mobile
  • 80+ technical indicators and analysis tools.
  • Multiple order types: Market, Limit, Stop, OCO, OSO, Trailing Stops, Bracket Orders
  • Supports Expert Advisors (EAs) for automated trading
  • Multi‑chart layouts and custom templates

Rock‑West App

  • Proprietary app for account management
  • Enables deposits, withdrawals, and position monitoring
  • Gives access to copy trading
  • Access to limited articles
  • Economic Calendar

Additional trading

  • Copy Trading: Rock-West supports copy trading with detailed performance statistics, profit-sharing fees, and flexible syncing options, enabling both beginners and passive investors to follow experienced traders.
  • Multi-Account Manager (MAM): Available for professional money managers.

Education

  • Rock-West’s educational resources are limited mainly to basic "how-to" video tutorials covering account setup, KYC verification, and funding processes, which are available on the Rock-West Academy and Rock-West YouTube channel. While these videos are helpful for onboarding and understanding platform functionality, they do not provide in-depth coverage of trading strategies or detailed market analysis.
  • The broker occasionally publishes trading-related articles on topics such as trading psychology, risk management, and leverage in crypto CFDs, but these are not part of a structured curriculum.
  • Overall, Rock-West’s learning materials focus mainly on operational guidance and platform usage, with limited emphasis on comprehensive trader development and skill-building.

Other tools

  • Economic Calendar: Rock-West offers an integrated TradingView economic calendar in the client area, featuring filtering options, detailed event information, and historical data, highly rated for its customization and comprehensive market coverage.
  • News & Analysis: Occasional market news and technical analysis updates are provided, but they are infrequent and limited in both scope and consistency.
  • Sentiment Indicators: Limited to those provided within MT5 only; no proprietary sentiment tools.

Rock-West Trust: Loosen regulation with fund segregation and negative balance protection

Trust

4.3

Rock-West is regulated by the Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA), a tier-3 regulator. This provides a baseline level of oversight and legal legitimacy, but the regulatory standards and investor protection mechanisms are less stringent than those found with top-tier authorities, such as the UK’s FCA or Australia’s ASIC. The broker’s offshore license allows it to offer higher leverage options than many regulated brokers, which can appeal to traders seeking greater market exposure but also involves higher risk.

Regulation tiers and alerts

Low-Tier Regulation:

  • MAIV LIMITED (Rock-West) is a Securities Dealer registered in Seychelles with registration number 8425341-1 and authorized by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) with license number SD044.

Other protection

  • Rock-West offers negative balance protection, ensuring that clients cannot lose more than their deposited funds even during extreme market volatility, which helps prevent debt beyond the initial investment.
  • Client funds are held in segregated accounts, segregated accounts, which separate them from the broker’s operational funds, thereby enhancing safety and reducing risk in the event of broker insolvency.
  • There is no deposit insurance or compensation scheme under Seychelles regulations to cover losses in the event of a broker's failure.

Tip: Value basic safeguards and review the broker's Terms and Conditions (T&Cs) for information on negative balance protection.

Reputation

After reviewing feedback from various independent sources, Rock‑West holds a generally positive reputation, though opinions are somewhat mixed.

Many traders highlight the broker’s high leverage options, competitive trading conditions, including zero spreads on major assets, and user-friendly platform performance across devices, especially on mobile. The availability of Islamic accounts and demo accounts is also viewed as a plus for different client groups.

Some concerns do surface, including occasional delays with withdrawals and inconsistencies in customer support response times. In addition, the broker’s Seychelles FSA regulation offers fewer investor protections compared to top‑tier regulators, with no deposit insurance or compensation scheme, a factor some traders note when weighing risk.

Overall, Rock‑West attracts a growing and largely satisfied user base, with strong appeal for those seeking flexible leverage and transparent, efficient trade execution. Our own trading tests confirm this: execution was consistently smooth and spreads remained competitive, but we also appreciate the need for prudent risk management given the lighter regulatory framework and higher leverage options.

Rock-West Customer Service and Support: Helpful and efficient, though not round‑the‑clock

Customer Service and Support

7.5

Rock‑West provides customer support primarily in English, with additional assistance available in Filipino and limited translation support for other languages upon request. The website is accessible in five languages, although full native‑language support is not offered. Assistance is available daily from 08:00 to 22:00 (GMT+4), including holidays, via live chat, email, and a dedicated helpdesk ticketing system. There is currently no confirmed phone or social media-based customer support. Responses to queries during our review were generally satisfactory, although some of them lacked depth.

Support availability

Rock‑West provides customer support daily, including public holidays. Assistance is offered primarily in English and the team can use translation tools to accommodate requests for other languages. While the website can be viewed in five languages, the actual live support is not fully native in all of them.

Traders can reach the support team via live chat on the Rock‑West website, a dedicated helpdesk ticketing system, and email support. Currently, there is no phone support or customer service available through social media messaging apps, such as WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger, although the company maintains active social media accounts. Live chat and ticketing are the core channels for real‑time assistance.

Compared to some brokers that offer multilingual, round-the-clock coverage, Rock-West’s schedule and language range are more limited, which may be a consideration for traders in different time zones or non-English speakers.

Usefulness

During our testing, response times were consistently fast, with live chat replies often arriving within 1-3 minutes and support emails typically answered within an hour. Customer support agents were polite, professional, and willing to provide detailed explanations, particularly when clarifying account differences, outlining withdrawal procedures, or sharing educational resources.

For example, questions about the account offerings were met with clear explanations and encouragement to try both in demo mode to compare features. Withdrawal inquiries received firm guidance on timelines (often instant, with up to one business day possible) and fee-free processing. Educational resource queries were addressed with direct links to the Rock‑West Academy, YouTube channel and blog content, alongside instructions for setting up copy trading.

That said, some responses, particularly those regarding regulatory details, were brief and referred back to the company website without summarizing the information. This could leave newer traders wanting more clarity. Additionally, the absence of 24/7 availability means that users outside the core GMT+4 service hours may need to wait until the next operating period for a reply.

Rock-West User Experience: Intuitive apps, smooth onboarding

User Experience

8.5

RockWest offers a fast and smooth user experience, with account opening in minutes and quick ID verification. Its clean website and intuitive client area make navigation easy. The robust MetaTrader 5 platform available on desktop, web and mobile app delivers advanced trading tools, while Rock-West’s proprietary Android app simplifies account management on the go. Together, they provide a seamless environment to fund, trade, and manage your account.

Web design and navigation

Rock-West’s website features a clean, professional design with unique, eye-catching features. Navigation is logical and key processes like account opening are signposted, though some content and tools require logging in to the client area and resources are split across separate domains. During our testing, the pages load quickly and perform smoothly; however, details, such as fee schedules, can take a few moments to locate. While the site delivers a straightforward, stable, and visually appealing user experience, it lacks advanced search and full integration of all its educational and market resources.

Mobile App friendliness

The MT5 mobile app is well‑structured and intuitive, with clear tabs for trading, charts, and account management. It is responsive, stable, and supports fast chart loads, order execution, and push alerts for price or trade activity. While it includes advanced charting and a range of order types, custom indicators and automation options are limited compared to desktop.

Rock-West’s proprietary Android app primarily serves as a client portal for deposits, withdrawals, and account management. The interface is clean, logical, and easy to navigate, but it does not offer the full trading functionality of MT5. Both apps performed without lag or instability during testing.

Tip: Use the MT5 app and log into your account for quick account actions and check trades when you’re on the go.

Account opening process

Opening an account with Rock‑West is fast and straightforward. Registration requires only basic personal details (name, email, phone number, and password), as well as confirmation of acceptance of the Client Agreement and Privacy Policy. An email verification is sent instantly, after which users can log in to the client area. From there, ID and address documents can be uploaded for verification, and approval is typically completed within minutes.

In our experience, the process from sign-up to a verified, funded account using a cryptocurrency payment was smooth, intuitive, required minimal navigation, and aligning well with competitors that offer a quick onboarding environment.

Rock-West final thoughts

Rock-West is a versatile broker offering competitive trading conditions across more than 200 instruments, including Forex, cryptocurrencies (over 190 cryptos), commodities, and indices. Its platforms, MetaTrader 5 and the proprietary Rock-West app, deliver fast execution and a user-friendly experience suitable for both beginners and active traders. The broker’s attractive features include flexible leverage up to 2000:1 on the Standard account and a transparent A-book ECN execution model that appeals to traders.

While Rock-West provides essential safeguards such as client fund segregation, negative balance protection and transparent execution policies, its regulation by the Seychelles Financial Services Authority is limited compared to top-tier jurisdictions. Traders should therefore carefully consider the potential risks of trading with an entity regulated under a tier-3 license and exercise due caution, especially regarding high leverage.

Overall, Rock-West is best suited for active and intermediate traders seeking diverse market access, competitive costs, and straightforward platforms, who are willing to accept the trade-offs of lighter regulatory oversight and limited educational support. Prospective clients should weigh these factors carefully when making a decision.

About Rock-West

Rock-West, established in 2019, is a Seychelles-regulated offshore broker offering CFD trading across a broad range of markets, including Forex, cryptocurrencies, commodities, indices, and metals. The broker provides access to competitive trading conditions, including ultra-high leverage of up to 2000:1 (depending on the jurisdiction), zero commission on Standard accounts, and raw spreads on Raw accounts, all executed through a transparent ECN model.

FAQs

MAIV LIMITED (Rock-West) is a Securities Dealer registered in Seychelles with registration number 8425341-1 and authorized by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) with license number SD044.

The registered office of MAIV LIMITED is at 2nd Floor, 9A, CT House, Providence, Mahe, Seychelles. MAIV LIMITED is duly authorized to operate under the Rock-West business name.

Rock-West offers a range of asset classes, including Forex, Commodities (including metals), Indices, and Cryptocurrencies.

MT5 (desktop, App, and WebTrader) and the Rock-West proprietary App.

Rock-West offers Standard and Raw Spread accounts.

Standard Account has a minimum deposit of $50 and Raw Accounts have a minimum deposit of $250.

Rock-West accepts USD, EUR, VND, THB, PHP, MYR, INR, IDR, NGN, KES, GHS and USDT.

Rock-West does not provide services to residents of Albania, Bosnia, Belarus, Burma (Myanmar), Burundi, Canada, CAR, Crimea, Congo, Cuba, Dem. Rep. of Ethiopia, Russia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, Libya, Kosovo, Somalia, North Korea, South Sudan, Syria, Venezuela, Yemen, USA, and Zimbabwe. These countries are indicative and not exhaustive.

Opening a trading account with Rock-West is a straightforward process that can be completed online. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

  1. Visit the Rock-West website: Look for the “Register” button to begin your registration.
  2. Begin Account Registration:
    • Fill out the registration form with basic personal details including your full name, email address, phone number, country of residence, and create a password.
  3. Verify your Email:
    • You will receive a verification email or SMS. Click the link or enter the code to confirm your contact details.
  4. Provide Additional Personal Information:
    • Complete your profile by entering your residential address and other required information, ensuring accuracy for KYC compliance.
  5. Submit Identity Verification Documents:
    • Upload government-issued ID (passport, driver’s license) and proof of address (utility bill, bank statement). Some regions require this before deposit; others after initial registration.
  6. Account Type Selection:
    • After registration and verification, log in to your client area/dashboard and choose your preferred account type (Standard or Raw). Note the minimum deposits vary: $50 for Standard and $250 for Raw.
  7. Accept Terms & Conditions:
    • Review and agree to the Client Agreement and Privacy Policy to proceed.
  8. Wait for Account Approval:
    • Rock-West typically reviews and approves accounts within minutes to a couple of days, depending on document quality and regulatory requirements.
  9. Fund Your Account:
    • Once approved, deposit funds using your preferred payment method (credit/debit cards, crypto, e-wallets, bank transfers). The payment method name must match your verified identity.
  10. Access Your Trading Dashboard:
    • After funding, access your account dashboard to manage preferences like leverage and risk settings.
  11. Start trading:
    • Trade over 200 assets using MetaTrader 5 or the Rock-West proprietary Android app.

About the authors

Louise Carr
FXStreet analyst
Louise Carr is an experienced Futures and Forex trader/analyst with over 15 years in the financial markets. Her career began in 2009 after transitioning from a successful role in financial services. As an instructor for a leading trading education company, she has taught thousands of students globally and received multiple "FX Instructor" awards. She is the co-founder of CLiK Trading Education.
Xevi Fontdegloria
Managing Editor
Xevi Fontdeglòria is the Managing Editor at FXStreet. He joined the team in 2023 after more than a decade of experience covering financial markets as a reporter and editor for first-tier media outlets such as Dow Jones newswires, The Wall Street Journal and Spanish daily newspaper El País. He holds two separate Bachelor degrees in Business Management and Journalism from Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona.