I get asked about partner codes constantly. Same question every time: do you get discounted fees or free trading?
Short answer: no. AvaTrade doesn't charge commission on forex. You pay the spread. The spread is the fee. A partner code won't affect it.
The code 128979 activates the bonus program. Extra funds in your account based on how much you put in. Simple as that.
What's the bonus amount?
A $1,000 deposit gets you $200.
$2,000 adds $400.
$5,000-$9,999 earns you $1,000 bonus.
Deposit $100,000+ and you can get up to $14,000. That's for serious capital.
UK accounts start at £160 for £800 deposited. Top tier reaches £11,200.
Minimum to open an account is $100. But you need $1,000 to qualify for bonus.
The field is hidden
When you're signing up. After you enter your phone number, you'll see small text reading "Have a Partner Code?". Click the arrow. A field drops down. Type **128979**.
People overlook it constantly because it's hidden.
If you see an error, it's fine. Finish signing up. Message your account manager before you deposit. Tell them you want 128979 applied. They do this manually all the time.
You can't withdraw the bonus straight away
You need to trade a certain volume.
About 10,000 units for every dollar of bonus. You'd need to trade 2,000,000 units to unlock a $200 bonus. Slower if you're trading micro lots. Active traders hit it quicker than expected.
Your own money stays yours. Access it whenever you need. Bonus funds remain locked until volume is met.
Worth mentioning: while the bonus is locked, it still counts toward your margin. This lets you take bigger positions. That breathing room helps while you're learning.
About AvaTrade
Regulated by six bodies: FCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, FSA Japan, ADGM. Your funds are avatrade partner code 128979 kept separate. In business since 2006.
Platform options: MT4, MT5, AvaTradeGO, WebTrader. Pick what suits you. Same account works across all of them.
Spreads on EUR/USD begin at 0.9 pips. No commission on top.
Watch out for the inactivity fee. $50 quarterly after 3 months inactive.
Who this works for
Those starting out who value regulation and flexibility. Traders interested in AvaProtect trade insurance.
Who should look elsewhere
Scalpers. The spreads are fine but not exceptional. ECN brokers will beat them on cost if you're trading high volume.
Anyone who wants to own actual shares. No real share ownership here.
US residents. Not available in the United States.
Read more
I wrote a longer version covering everything in detail:
**[AvaTrade Partner Code 128979](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/avatrade-partner-code-128979-tradetheday-ornac/)**