“Is Exness shutting down in India?”

This confusion mainly started after reports emerged claiming that Exness has stopped onboarding new clients in India. Naturally, many traders began to worry about the status of theirexisting trading accounts, funds, and withdrawal security.In this article, we’ll break down the real situation in simple terms — no hype, no fear — just facts and clarity.

What Happened Recently With Exness in India?

In mid-2025, industry sources and media reports (including Finance Magnates) confirmed that:

• Exness has halted new account registrations for users accessing from India.

• Existing users can still log in, trade, deposit, and withdraw normally (as of the latest update).

• The restriction appears to relate to regulatory pressure and compliance adjustments, not a shutdown.

Exness is not banned in India. It has only stopped accepting new Indian traders for now.

This is a key difference. A shutdown would mean:

• No trading access

• No withdrawals

• No platform operation

But none of that is happening for existing Indian users.

Why Did Exness Stop Accepting New Indian Traders?

To understand this, we need to look at India’s regulatory environment.

1. RBI and SEBI Restrictions on Forex Trading

In India, trading in foreign currency pairs is only allowed through SEBI-regulated brokers on recognized exchanges like:

• NSE

• BSE

• MCX-SX

And only in currency pairs where INR is involved (e.g., USD/INR, EUR/INR, GBP/INR, JPY/INR).

However, Exness — like many global brokers — offers international forex pairs and CFDs without Indian regulatory approval. This places the platform in a grey zone.

2. Pressure on Offshore Brokers

Indian regulators have increased scrutiny on brokers operating without SEBI licensing. This has led other well-known brokers to:

• Stop marketing in India

• Stop onboarding new Indian clients

• Reorganize compliance structures

So Exness is not the first, and likely not the last.

3. Internal Compliance Restructuring

It appears Exness is reviewing how it will legally and safely operate in India going forward, which is why onboarding is paused.

Is Exness Completely Shutting Down in India?

Exness is not shutting down operations for existing users in India.

Here’s what’s important to understand:

So if you already have an account, you are unaffected at this time.

Is Your Money Safe With Exness?

This is the biggest concern for traders.

✅ Let’s break it down:

Exness holds licenses from global regulators including:

• FSA Seychelles

• CySEC (Europe)

• FSC Mauritius

It is known for:

• Fast withdrawals

• Low spreads

• High transparency report publication

Additionally:

• Client funds are typically kept in segregated accounts, separate from the company’s operational funds.

• Exness publishes monthly trading volume and audit data, which is rare and transparent for a global broker.

So based purely on history and reputation, Exness has maintained reliability in withdrawals and fund management.

However:

Since it does not have SEBI authorization in India, traders do not get Indian legal protection in case of disputes.

This is true for all offshore forex brokers, not just Exness.

Should You Withdraw Your Funds Now?

There is no immediate need to rush or panic-withdraw.

But it is wise to follow safe trading practices, such as:

• Never keep more money on a trading platform than you need for active trades.

• Don’t treat a broker as a long-term savings wallet.

• Keep emergency funds in your bank account, not your trading account.

If the situation changes in future, withdrawal notice periods are usually announced in advance.

What About New Traders Who Want to Join Exness?

As of now:

• New Indian users cannot create accounts directly on Exness.

Many influencers on YouTube and Telegram are selling tricks like:

• "Create account using VPN"

• "Use another country ID"

• "Register using foreign server links"

Avoid that.

Doing so can:

• Lock your withdrawals

• Get your account flagged

• Lead to permanent loss of funds

If you don’t already have an account, it’s better to wait until Exness officially updates its onboarding policy for India.

What Are the Alternatives for Indian Traders?

If you want to trade legal forex in India, you must use SEBI-regulated brokers that offer INR-based currency pairs.

Examples include:

• Zerodha

• Upstox

• Angel One

• HDFC Securities

• ICICI Direct

However, these platforms do not offer global forex pairs or index CFDs.

If your strategy requires international trading, you must understand that:

• It falls under a risk and regulatory grey zone.

• You may not have legal protection.

Trade responsibly, not emotionally.

Will Exness Resume New Registrations in India?

This is possible.

Exness is a large global broker with long-term business strategy. Halting onboarding is typically a temporary compliance step, not an exit withdrawal.

Once:

• Legal requirements are clarified

• Operational structure is adjusted

• Market conditions stabilize

Exness may reopen access for new Indian users.

But as of now, there is no confirmed public date.

Let’s summarize everything clearly:

1. Is Exness banned in India?

No. It has only paused new account registration.

2. Can existing Indian users still withdraw money?

Yes. Deposits and withdrawals are working normally.

3. Should I stop trading on Exness?

No need to stop, but use smart risk management and avoid keeping large idle balances.

4. Will Exness return with full access in India?

Possibly. The pause suggests compliance restructuring, not exit.

So the situation is stable — just changing.

If you already use Exness, stay calm and trade smartly.

If you were planning to join, wait for the official return.