Forex deposit bonuses come with specific terms that determine when the bonus is withdrawable, how many lots must be traded, and how long the promotion lasts. Understanding these rules prevents unexpected locked funds and ensures the bonus actually benefits your trading.
What is turnover (volume requirement)?
Turnover is the total lot volume you must trade to unlock or qualify to withdraw bonus funds. A typical requirement is 20× the bonus amount. Receive USD 100 bonus, trade 2.0 standard lots (20 mini lots) to unlock it. Turnover is calculated regardless of whether trades are profitable; only completed, closed positions count.
Time limits and expiry dates
Many bonuses expire after 30, 60, or 90 days of inactivity. If you don't trade or log in during the expiry period, the bonus is forfeited. Plan your trading schedule and verify the exact deadline before signing up. Some brokers extend the deadline on request if you make a qualifying deposit or trade.
Bonus withdrawal rules
Not all bonuses are withdrawable as cash. Common structures: (1) Withdrawable bonus: Once turnover is complete, the entire bonus is cash-withdrawable. (2) Trading-credit-only bonus: The bonus funds are never withdrawable; only profits generated from trading the bonus are withdrawable. (3) Mixed: A portion of the bonus is withdrawable, the rest remains as trading credit. Always verify which structure applies before depositing.