Someone asks me about partner codes every couple of weeks. Always the same thing: do they give you free trades or discounted spreads?
Nope. AvaTrade has no commission on forex trades. You pay the spread. That's your trading cost. A partner code doesn't change that.
The code 128979 activates the bonus program. Additional trading capital depending on your deposit. Simple as that.
Bonus amounts?
Deposit $1,000 and get $200.
$2,000 adds $400.
Deposits between $5,000 and $9,999 get $1,000.
Deposit $100,000+ and you can get up to $14,000. Most people won't hit that.
UK accounts start at £160 for £800 deposited. Goes to £11,200 at the top.
You can open an account with $100. Minimum for any bonus is $1,000.
Where to enter the code
When you're signing up. Once you've filled in your phone number, you'll see small text reading "Have a Partner Code?". Click the arrow. A text box appears. Type **128979**.
Easy to miss since it's collapsed by default.
If the system rejects it, don't panic. Go ahead and register anyway. Reach out to your account manager first. Tell them you want 128979 applied. They handle this regularly.
Bonus withdrawal conditions
There's a volume requirement.
Roughly 10,000 units traded per $1 bonus. $200 bonus requires 2,000,000 units of trading volume. Can take time with smaller position sizes. Active traders hit it quicker than expected.
The deposit belongs to you. Access it whenever you need. Only the bonus has the restriction.
Worth mentioning: the bonus adds to your available margin even read more when locked. This lets you take bigger positions. That breathing room helps while you're learning.
Quick facts about AvaTrade
Six regulatory licenses: FCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, FSA Japan, ADGM. Your funds are kept separate. Operating since 2006.
Platforms include MT4, MT5, a mobile app called AvaTradeGO, and browser-based WebTrader. Choose based on preference. Your account syncs across platforms.
EUR/USD from 0.9 pips. Commission-free.
Be aware of the inactivity charge. Three months without trading costs $50.
Ideal for
Newer traders who want decent regulation and multiple platform options. Anyone who wants the option to protect trades with AvaProtect.
Not ideal for
Scalp traders. The spreads are fine but not exceptional. Heavy volume traders get better rates at ECN brokers.
Those looking to buy actual equities. No real share ownership here.
Traders based in the US. US clients aren't accepted.
Complete guide
I wrote a longer version covering everything in detail:
**[AvaTrade Partner Code 128979](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/avatrade-partner-code-128979-tradetheday-ornac/)**