- Halo Financial Limited is an FCA-authorised currency broker but is currently under strict restrictions imposed by the Financial Conduct Authority as of 30 April 2026.
- The recent restriction from the FCA states that it must stop providing payment services, cannot take on new customers, accept funds, or open FX trades without approval.
- Customers may complain to the Financial Ombudsman Service, but are not protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme if the firm fails.
Halo Financial Customer Reviews
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Fast,efficient service.
Having same,dedicated dealer throughout all transactions was extremely beneficial.
Excellent response time which accelerates the process of transferring money internationally.
not interested in servicing us…
not interested in servicing us – change their terms after using them for many months – never understood – and no one was interested in talking to me
Excellent Service & Fair Pricing
Excellent Service & Fair Pricing
5/5
Pros:
Ravi
4/5
Pros:
Personal contact over the phone
Cons:
Don’t know
5/5
3/5
Pros:
Idk
Cons:
Idk
5/5
2/5
3/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Having the same dealer looking after me
Cons:
better rate
1/5
3/5
Cons:
Response time could be better
3/5
Pros:
nothing out of the ordinary
Cons:
stop treating small customers as not so valuable , often felt like a nuisance.
5/5
Steven Greenland @ 03/31/2021 05:17
I have been using them for 8years and have always received fantastic prompt service .
John Moynes @ 03/31/2021 09:05
We have been using their service for a number of years and have found that they are by far the most competitive.
They are always on hand to offer assistance, friendly, fast and efficient service. I would highly recommend them.
Bryan Howard @ 03/30/2021 09:17
I have been using Global Reach and their predecessor ÔÇô FC Exchange -for almost 6 years, and have always found their service to be efficient, smooth and with the important personal touch. It is a first-class platform.
Michael Blane @ 03/30/2021 09:17
As an overseas customer, I have found Global Reach reliable and easy to communicate with, even during the recent pandemic.
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