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Forex EA South Africa: 100% Free Live Trading Licence for Nexus

Run the complete Nexus EURUSD + GBPUSD forex EA on MT4 or MT5 with a 100% Free Live Trading Licence when you trade through a Nexus Preferred Broker, including AvaTrade, which lists a South Africa-specific entity. Want to see it work first? The full 60-day demo is free too, with no broker needed.

Inspect the public EURUSD live account, then choose your route. Keeping a broker we do not partner with? The Own Broker Licence starts at $49.95 a month.

GET MY 100% FREE LIVE TRADING LICENCE → FREE 60-DAY DEMO

No payment for the licence or demo • Eligibility and verification apply for live • We never ask for your MetaTrader password • Nexus may receive compensation from Preferred Brokers

Already funded a Preferred Broker account? Submit it for your licence →
Nexus EURUSD and GBPUSD Forex EA automated trading technology for South African traders
Live Licence 100% Free · Demo Free for 60 Days EURUSD + GBPUSD • MT4 or MT5 • Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and nationwide • Public EURUSD evidence
100% Free Live Trading Licence Through an eligible funded Preferred Broker account.
Free 60-Day Demo Complete Nexus EA, no broker or payment needed.
EURUSD + GBPUSD Both pair-specific Expert Advisors included.
Keep Your Broker Own Broker Licence from $49.95 a month.
Forex EA South Africa

Forex EA South Africa: Free Live, Free Demo or Keep Your Broker

South African traders have three ways into Nexus. Go live with the 100% Free Live Trading Licence through a Preferred Broker, test the complete software on demo for 60 days first, or keep your current broker with the Own Broker Licence from $49.95 a month.

Start Without Changing Broker

The 60-day Nexus demo does not require you to open a RoboForex, AvaTrade or Vantage live account.

Test the Complete EA

The demo includes the complete Nexus EURUSD and GBPUSD software rather than a restricted demonstration version.

Free Live Licence When Ready

Open or link a funded Preferred Broker account and the full live licence is 100% free. Compare broker eligibility, execution and FSCA status first.

Try Nexus yourself

Get Your 100% Free 60-Day Nexus Demo in South Africa

Test the complete Nexus EURUSD + GBPUSD Expert Advisor on your own MT4 or MT5 demo account for 60 days. Use any compatible demo account, including one from RoboForex, AvaTrade or Vantage. You do not need a Preferred Broker, a deposit or a payment, and you can decide about live trading afterwards.

100% Free Demo Access

Start Your Full 60-Day Nexus Demo

Complete the short form below. Your Nexus EA files will be prepared and licensed to the demo trading account number you provide.

60 DaysEURUSD + GBPUSDMT4 or MT5Full EA Package

Enter the demo trading account number you want Nexus licensed to. Do not enter your password.

100% Free for 60 DaysEURUSD + GBPUSDNo Preferred Broker RequiredNo Password Required
Security: Nexus never needs your broker password, MetaTrader password or payment details. We only need your demo trading account number to prepare your account-specific licence.
Understand Nexus

See How the Nexus Forex EA Works

Watch the overview before testing the EA. Nexus is designed around rules-based trading for EURUSD and GBPUSD rather than discretionary manual trading decisions.

Rules-Based Automation Nexus evaluates programmed trading conditions and manages trades according to predefined logic.
Lot Size Controls Exposure Position size materially affects account exposure and should be selected carefully.
Demo Before Live Use the 60-day demo to understand the strategy and your technical setup before considering real capital.
Live Evidence

Review the Public Nexus EURUSD Myfxbook Account

A Forex EA should not be assessed only from screenshots or historical backtests. Nexus publishes a real-money EURUSD cent account (an account that holds its balance in cents, so figures are divided by 100 to get dollars) through Myfxbook so prospective South African users can inspect the account history directly.

Myfxbook Public live tracking
Nexus EURUSD Forex EA South Africa Myfxbook performance

Look beyond the headline return.

Review the equity curve, winning and losing periods, trading frequency and length of the live account history.

The public account is a real-money cent account running the Nexus EURUSD EA. Where equivalent dollar monetary values are reported, cent-denominated figures are divided by 100.

Important: the current public Myfxbook account tracks EURUSD. It should not be interpreted as independent live verification of GBPUSD performance.

OPEN LIVE MYFXBOOK ↗DETAILED RESULTS ANALYSIS

Past performance does not guarantee future results. Lot size, spreads, slippage, leverage, broker execution and future market conditions can materially affect results.

Recommended Next Step

Test Nexus Yourself — 100% Free for 60 Days

You have seen the public EURUSD evidence. Now test the complete EURUSD + GBPUSD package in your own demo trading environment before making any live-capital decision.

100% free for 60 days Complete EURUSD + GBPUSD EA MT4 or MT5 One demo trading account No Preferred Broker required No payment required No trading password required Account-specific licence
GET MY FREE 60-DAY DEMO →OR GO LIVE: 100% FREE LICENCE →
What happens after you apply?

Nexus prepares the EA files specifically for the demo trading account number and MetaTrader platform you submit.

Your licensed MT4 or MT5 files, installation instructions, configuration guidance and lot-size information are normally sent by email within approximately 8–24 hours.

You then have 60 days to observe Nexus before deciding whether you want to continue.

VIEW SETUP GUIDE
EA Cost & Checks

What Does a Forex EA Cost in South Africa, and What Should You Check First?

The Nexus live trading licence is 100% free on an eligible funded Preferred Broker account, and the 60-day demo is free with no broker needed. If you keep your own broker, the Own Broker Licence is $49.95 a month, $134.85 a quarter or $499.95 once. Your broker's trading costs are separate.

RouteNexus costWhat you need
Free 60-day demoFreeOne MT4 or MT5 demo account
100% Free Live Trading LicenceFree $499.95An eligible funded RoboForex, Vantage Markets or AvaTrade live account, verified by Nexus
Own Broker Licence (monthly)$49.95 a month, cancel any time (or $134.85 a quarter, save 10%)A compatible broker. Covers 1 live and 1 demo account
Own Broker Licence (lifetime)$499.95 one-timeA compatible broker. Covers 1 live and 1 demo account

Before you pay for any EA, check four things.

01

Is the live record public?

Look for a real-money account on Myfxbook, not screenshots. Nexus publishes one EURUSD cent account. How we test

02

Is the full history shown?

Look past a single headline figure. Check the equity curve, the winning and losing periods and how long the account has been running.

03

Which pairs are covered?

The public account covers EURUSD only. There is no public live record for GBPUSD.

04

Can you test it first?

Yes. Run the free 60-day demo, or go straight to the 100% Free Live Trading Licence.

Spreads, commissions, swaps and VPS fees are paid to your broker or VPS provider, not to Nexus. Nexus may receive compensation from Preferred Brokers. Trading forex and CFDs involves significant risk of loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
START MY 100% FREE LIVE TRADING LICENCE → FREE 60-DAY DEMO KEEP MY BROKER: $49.95/MONTH
MT4 EA South Africa • MT5 EA South Africa

Test Nexus on MT4 or MT5

Nexus provides current supported builds for both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Select the platform used by the demo trading account you want Nexus licensed to.

MetaTrader automated Forex trading South Africa

The Trading Environment Matters

Automated trading performance is affected by more than the EA itself. MetaTrader configuration, spreads, execution, symbol settings, lot size, connectivity and VPS (virtual private server, a remote computer that keeps MetaTrader running) uptime all form part of the operating environment.

The free demo gives you time to confirm installation and observe the EA before exposing real capital.

MT4 Established MetaTrader environment supported by Nexus.
MT5 Current-generation MetaTrader environment supported by Nexus.
VPS Helps keep MetaTrader online independently of your home PC.
Demo First Validate technical setup before considering live trading.
Demo or live

Your Nexus Journey in Four Steps

Test on demo first, or skip straight to step 4 if you are ready for the 100% Free Live Trading Licence.

01

Review the Evidence

Inspect the public EURUSD Myfxbook account and read the full trade history, not just the headline figure.

02

Request Your Free Demo

Submit your name, email, MT4 or MT5 choice and demo trading account number.

03

Test for 60 Days

Install Nexus, configure sensible lot sizing and observe the software over a meaningful period.

04

Decide What Comes Next

Go live with the 100% Free Live Trading Licence through a Preferred Broker, keep another broker from $49.95 a month, or stop.

Nexus pricing for South Africa

Three Ways to Use Nexus in South Africa

The quickest route to live trading is the 100% Free Live Trading Licence through a Preferred Broker. Not ready? Test on demo first. Keeping a broker we do not partner with? Choose the Own Broker Licence.

Recommended

100% Free Live Trading Licence

An eligible funded Preferred Broker account, verified by Nexus.

FREE $499.95Through AvaTrade, Vantage Markets or RoboForex
  • Complete EURUSD + GBPUSD package
  • MT4 and MT5 versions
  • One licence per eligible live account, no limit on accounts
  • Verification normally within 12–24 hours
  • Trading funds stay with your broker
  • No trading password required
GET MY 100% FREE LIVE TRADING LICENCE →Confirm the broker entity and its FSCA status before registering. Nexus may receive compensation from Preferred Brokers.
Test First

60-Day Full Demo

Evaluate Nexus before committing to a broker or licence.

FREE60 days, no broker or payment required
  • Complete EURUSD EA
  • Complete GBPUSD EA
  • MT4 or MT5
  • One demo trading account licence
  • Setup and lot-size guidance
  • Files emailed within 8–24 hours
GET MY FREE 60-DAY DEMO →The demo ends by itself after 60 days.
Keep My Broker

Own Broker Licence

Use Nexus with any technically compatible MT4 or MT5 broker.

$49.95 / monthCancel any time · or $499.95 one-time
  • Complete EURUSD + GBPUSD package
  • 1 live + 1 demo account licence
  • Presets, documentation, updates and support
  • Quarterly billing saves 10% ($134.85)
  • Priced in USD, converted from rand by your bank
START MONTHLY, $49.95 →or pay once: $499.95 lifetime →
Preferred Brokers

Get Your 100% Free Live Trading Licence: Preferred Brokers for South Africa

Open or link a funded live account with a Nexus Preferred Broker and the full EURUSD + GBPUSD licence is 100% free. Start with the free licence form: we email you the Nexus broker link and setup steps so your account is credited correctly. You do not need a broker for the demo.

AvaTrade

AvaTrade lists a South Africa-specific broker entity on its website. Check the entity and its regulator before you open an account.

Check that the account offered is with the South African entity, allows Expert Advisors and is linked through the Nexus referral route.

Nexus licence: 100% Free $499.95 for an eligible funded AvaTrade live account linked to Nexus.
START MY FREE LICENCE WITH AVATRADE →Or open an AvaTrade account directly ↗

RoboForex

RoboForex remains a Nexus Preferred Broker option where South African client onboarding and the Nexus referral relationship are currently available.

The live trading account must be eligible, funded and associated with the Nexus referral route before your 100% Free Live Trading Licence can be issued.

Nexus licence: 100% Free $499.95 for an eligible funded RoboForex live account linked to Nexus.
START MY FREE LICENCE WITH ROBOFOREX →Or open a RoboForex account directly ↗

Vantage Markets

Vantage provides an additional Nexus Preferred Broker option subject to current South African client, account and referral eligibility.

Confirm the legal entity, account conditions, MetaTrader platform and Expert Advisor support offered to you before opening or funding the account.

Nexus licence: 100% Free $499.95 for an eligible funded Vantage Markets live account linked to Nexus.
START MY FREE LICENCE WITH VANTAGE →Or open a Vantage account directly ↗

Already trade with another South African broker?
Keep it. The Own Broker Licence runs the same EURUSD + GBPUSD EAs on any technically compatible MT4 or MT5 account: $49.95 a month, cancel any time, or $499.95 one-time.

START MY 100% FREE LIVE TRADING LICENCE →ALREADY FUNDED? SUBMIT MY ACCOUNT
Important: The direct links above also carry the Nexus partner link. RoboForex, AvaTrade and Vantage are not required for the Nexus 60-day demo. Broker availability, legal entities and account conditions can change, so confirm current eligibility directly before opening or funding a live trading account. Nexus may receive compensation from Preferred Brokers.
Broker Legal Entity Check

Check the Legal Entity Before You Open Any Broker Account

Brokers often serve South African clients through a specific local entity. For any Preferred Broker you consider, including AvaTrade, find the entity named in your account agreement and check its regulatory status on the regulator's own website.

Check the Exact Legal Entity

Broker brands often operate through multiple companies. Before opening a live account, identify the legal entity shown during registration and review its current regulatory disclosures.

Check MetaTrader & EA Compatibility

Confirm that the specific account supports the MetaTrader platform you intend to use and allows Expert Advisor trading before submitting it for a Nexus live licence.

Regulatory registrations, broker disclosures and legal entities can change. Verify the latest information with the broker and the regulator before you rely on it.
How the free licence works

Why Is the Live Trading Licence 100% Free?

Nexus has commercial referral arrangements with selected brokers. If an eligible trader independently chooses to open and trade through an official Nexus referral route, Nexus may receive compensation from Preferred Brokers.

No Separate Nexus Purchase

An eligible funded Preferred Broker account qualifies for the full Nexus live licence, the same software sold as the $499.95 Own Broker Licence, without a Nexus payment.

START MY FREE LICENCE →

Funds Stay With Your Broker

Nexus does not take custody of your live account deposit or trading capital. Funds remain within your broker account.

No Password Required

Nexus does not require your MetaTrader master password, broker password, VPS password or banking credentials to issue an EA licence.

South African practicalities

Rand Funding and EURUSD Trading Hours in South Africa

A forex EA only trades the account you connect it to, so the practical questions are how you fund that account and when the market is open in your time zone.

Funding in rand

Whether you can fund in rand depends on the broker and the account. Some brokers offer ZAR deposit methods or ZAR accounts. Others convert your rand into US dollars or another currency, and that conversion can carry a rate margin and fees. Check the cashier, the account currency and the withdrawal terms before you deposit.

Paying for the Own Broker Licence in rand

Own Broker prices are in US dollars ($49.95 a month, $134.85 a quarter or $499.95 lifetime). Your bank converts the charge from rand at its own rate and may add a foreign transaction fee. The 100% Free Live Trading Licence and the demo cost nothing.

Exchange control and tax

South African exchange control and tax rules can apply to money you send abroad to a broker. Nexus cannot give legal or tax advice, so ask your bank or a qualified tax adviser before you move money offshore.

EURUSD session times in South African time

South Africa stays on South Africa Standard Time (SAST, UTC+2) all year, with no daylight saving. Winter hours apply now; summer hours return in March 2027 (US on 14 March, UK on 28 March). These are typical market hours and brokers set their own schedules.

Session or eventWinter (now, until March 2027)UK and US summer time
Asian session (Tokyo)02:00 to 11:00 SAST02:00 to 11:00 SAST
London session10:00 to 19:00 SAST09:00 to 18:00 SAST
New York session15:00 to midnight SAST14:00 to 23:00 SAST
London and New York overlap15:00 to 19:00 SAST14:00 to 18:00 SAST
EURUSD week opens (Sunday) and closes (Friday)About midnight SASTAbout 23:00 SAST

Your MetaTrader platform shows broker server time, which is usually not SAST. Check the offset on your platform before you read charts against this table. The overlap is when EURUSD is usually busiest, so watch how the EA behaves across all sessions rather than assuming, and follow high-impact news on the economic calendar and forex tools.

VPS & Deployment

Do South African Traders Need a South African VPS?

Not necessarily. For automated forex trading, the more useful objective is reliable uptime through load-shedding and good connectivity to the infrastructure used by your broker account.

Why Use a VPS?

  • Keep MetaTrader running through load-shedding and outages
  • Reduce dependence on your home internet connection
  • Reduce dependence on your home computer
  • Access MetaTrader remotely
  • Improve operational consistency

Choose Location Around Connectivity

Where practical, choose a VPS with reliable connectivity to the broker infrastructure used by your actual trading account rather than selecting a server purely because it is located in South Africa.

VIEW BROKER & VPS GUIDE →
Before you go live

Six Checks Before You Fund a Live Forex Account in South Africa

An EA does not remove the risks of the account it trades on. These checks apply whichever EA or broker you use, and they are worth doing before real money is involved.

1. Legal entity and FSP number

Find the legal entity in your account agreement and check its authorisation on the Financial Sector Conduct Authority's own website, not only the broker's.

2. Withdrawals and fees

Read the withdrawal terms, processing times and fees before you deposit, including rand conversion costs.

3. Leverage and margin rules

Know the leverage on your account and what happens at the margin call and stop-out levels. Higher leverage increases both gains and losses.

4. Demo first

Run the EA on demo through different sessions and news days. Use the full 60 days, because a few good or bad days tell you very little.

5. A stable VPS

Keep MetaTrader online when load-shedding or your connection interrupts your own computer. See the brokers and VPS guide.

6. Lot size against your balance

Position size sets how large each trade is relative to your account. Set it deliberately and read the setup guide before you choose one.

Fit

Is Nexus Right for You?

It may suit you if

  • You want rules-based automation on MT4 or MT5
  • You are willing to test on demo before going live
  • You can keep a terminal or VPS running
  • You judge the evidence yourself and read the full trade history

It is probably not for you if

  • You expect steady returns every month
  • You want someone else to manage your account
  • You are looking for GBPUSD live results, which do not yet exist publicly
  • You are not comfortable with the risk of losing trading capital

Not sure yet? Test it first.

The demo costs nothing, needs no broker and ends by itself after 60 days. Ready now? The live licence is 100% free through a Preferred Broker.

GET MY FREE 60-DAY DEMO →100% FREE LIVE TRADING LICENCE →
Risk First

Automated Forex Trading Still Carries Significant Risk

An Expert Advisor automates a trading process; it does not eliminate losing trades or the possibility of capital loss. This is why the free 60-day demo is available to everyone before any live decision.

Lot Size Matters

Position size directly affects the monetary exposure of each trade. Larger lot sizes can materially increase both potential gains and potential losses.

Look Beyond the Headline Number

Do not evaluate an automated strategy solely by balance, winning percentage or headline return. Check the account's equity and full trade history as well.

Demo Does Not Guarantee Live Results

Demo and live environments can differ due to spreads, liquidity, slippage, latency and broker execution conditions.

South Africa FAQ

Forex EA South Africa — Frequently Asked Questions

Can South African traders use the Nexus Forex EA?
Yes. South African traders can get the 100% Free Live Trading Licence for the complete Nexus EURUSD + GBPUSD package through an eligible funded Preferred Broker account, or request a free 60-day demo on one MT4 or MT5 demo account with no broker needed.
Is the Nexus 60-day demo really 100% free?
Yes. There is no Nexus software payment and no Preferred Broker signup requirement for the 60-day demo.
How much does the Nexus Forex EA cost in South Africa?
The live trading licence is 100% free on an eligible funded Preferred Broker account verified by Nexus, and the 60-day demo is free with no broker needed. With your own broker, the Own Broker Licence is $49.95 a month (cancel any time), $134.85 a quarter (save 10%) or $499.95 one-time. Broker trading costs are separate.
Do I need AvaTrade or RoboForex to get the free demo?
No. The 60-day demo does not require AvaTrade, RoboForex, Vantage or any other Nexus Preferred Broker. Those brokers only become relevant if you later independently choose to trade Nexus on a live account.
Is RoboForex still a Nexus broker option in South Africa?
RoboForex remains displayed as a Nexus Preferred Broker live option where current South African onboarding, account availability and Nexus referral eligibility permit.
Why is AvaTrade highlighted for South Africa?
AvaTrade is one of three Nexus Preferred Brokers and lists a South Africa-specific entity on its website. It appears first on this page for that reason, not because it suits every trader. Nexus may receive compensation from Preferred Brokers. Verify the entity and its regulatory status before you open or fund an account.
Does Nexus work on MT4 and MT5?
Yes. Nexus provides current supported builds for MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
What information do I need to request the free demo?
You provide your full name, email address, MT4 or MT5 platform selection and demo trading account number. Nexus uses the account number to prepare the account-specific software licence.
Does Nexus need my broker or MetaTrader password?
No. Nexus does not require your broker password, MetaTrader master password, VPS password or banking credentials.
How quickly will I receive my free EA files?
Nexus normally prepares and emails the appropriate account-specific MT4 or MT5 EA files, installation instructions and setup guidance within approximately 8–24 hours.
What happens after the 60-day demo?
You can stop, go live with the 100% Free Live Trading Licence on an eligible funded Preferred Broker account, or keep another compatible broker with the Own Broker Licence from $49.95 a month or $499.95 one-time.
Is the Nexus live trading licence really 100% free?
Yes, where the live account is an eligible funded Nexus Preferred Broker account and the Nexus referral relationship can be verified. Broker deposits, spreads, commissions, swaps and other trading costs remain separate.
Can I keep my existing South African broker?
Yes, if the broker and trading account are technically compatible with Nexus. The Own Broker Licence costs $49.95 a month (cancel any time), $134.85 a quarter or $499.95 one-time, and includes one live and one demo trading account licence.
Can I pay for Nexus in rand?
Own Broker Licence prices are in US dollars, and your bank converts the charge from rand at its own rate and may add a foreign transaction fee. The 100% Free Live Trading Licence and the 60-day demo cost nothing.
Does Nexus trade EURUSD and GBPUSD?
Yes. The Nexus package includes separate Expert Advisors designed for EURUSD and GBPUSD.
Does the public Myfxbook account verify both pairs?
No. The current public Nexus Myfxbook account tracks the EURUSD live strategy. It should not be interpreted as independent live verification of GBPUSD performance.
Does Nexus have Conservative, Moderate and Aggressive trading modes?
No. Nexus does not have separate Conservative, Moderate or Aggressive trading modes. Exposure is mainly set by your lot size and the account-level risk decisions you make.
Should I test Nexus on demo first?
You can, and it is free. Use the 60-day period to confirm installation, understand the trading behaviour and review lot sizing. If you are already comfortable, you can go straight to the 100% Free Live Trading Licence.
Do I need a VPS in South Africa?
A VPS is recommended for automated trading because it can keep MetaTrader and Nexus running independently of your home computer and internet connection. The best server location depends more on connectivity to your broker than on being physically located in South Africa.
What time can I trade EURUSD in South Africa?
South Africa Standard Time (SAST) is UTC+2 all year. In winter (now, until March 2027) the London session runs roughly 10:00 to 19:00 SAST and the London and New York overlap is about 15:00 to 19:00 SAST. While UK and US summer time apply, the overlap is about 14:00 to 18:00 SAST. Brokers set their own schedules, so check yours.
Is forex EA trading regulated in South Africa?
In South Africa the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) regulates providers of financial products and services, and forex and CFD brokers need to be authorised. Nexus is software and education only and is not a broker. Check the legal entity and its FSP number on the FSCA's website before you open a live account. Nexus cannot give legal or tax advice.
Can I fund a live account in rand?
That depends on the broker and the account. Some brokers offer ZAR accounts or ZAR deposit methods, while others convert your rand into US dollars or another currency. Check the cashier, the account currency, the conversion rate and any fees before you deposit. South African exchange control and tax rules can apply to money sent abroad, so ask your bank or a tax adviser.
Does Nexus guarantee profits?
No. Forex and CFD trading involves significant risk. Nexus does not guarantee profits or fixed returns. Past performance, live historical results and backtests do not guarantee future results.

Get Your 100% Free Live Trading Licence in South Africa

Choose a Preferred Broker, open or link your funded account and receive your MT4 or MT5 files after verification. Prefer to keep your broker? The Own Broker Licence starts at $49.95 a month.

START MY 100% FREE LIVE TRADING LICENCE → KEEP MY BROKER: $49.95/MONTH
Not ready for live? Free 60-day demo  ·  $499.95 lifetime licence

Risk warning: Trading forex and CFDs involves significant risk of loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Nexus provides software and education only; it does not hold client funds, manage accounts or give personal investment advice. Nexus may receive compensation from Preferred Brokers.

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