Equinor offers several account types tailored to different trading needs and preferences. Below is a detailed overview of each account type available.
| Account Type | Minimum Deposit | Spread/Commission Structure | Leverage Options | Key Features | Target User Profile | Trading Instruments Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $100 | Variable spreads | Up to 1:500 | Basic features, suitable for beginners | Beginners | Forex, commodities, indices |
| ECN | $500 | Low spreads + commission | Up to 1:200 | Direct market access, faster execution | Advanced traders | Forex, commodities, indices |
| Pro | $1,000 | Fixed spreads + commission | Up to 1:100 | Advanced trading tools, priority support | Institutional traders | Forex, commodities, indices |
| Islamic | $500 | Variable spreads | Up to 1:500 | Swap-free trading, compliant with Sharia law | Muslim traders | Forex, commodities, indices |
| Demo | N/A | N/A | N/A | Practice trading without risk | All levels | Forex, commodities, indices |
The following table compares features across different account types:
| Feature | Standard Account | ECN Account | Pro Account | Islamic Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | $100 | $500 | $1,000 | $500 |
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:500 | Up to 1:200 | Up to 1:100 | Up to 1:500 |
| Spreads | Variable | Low | Fixed | Variable |
| Commission Fees | None | Yes | Yes | None |
| Lot Size | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Available Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5 | MT4, MT5 | MT4, MT5 | MT4, MT5 |
| Execution Type | Market | ECN | Market | Market |
| Islamic Account Availability | No | No | No | Yes |
| Swap-Free Options | No | No | No | Yes |
| Demo Account Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Standard Account:
Low minimum deposit
User-friendly for beginners
Access to various trading instruments
ECN Account:
Low spreads for cost-effective trading
Faster execution speeds
Direct market access
Pro Account:
Fixed spreads for predictable costs
Advanced trading tools
Priority customer support
Islamic Account:
Compliant with Sharia law
No swap fees
Suitable for Muslim traders
Standard Account:
Higher spreads compared to ECN
Limited advanced features
ECN Account:
Higher minimum deposit
Commission fees may increase trading costs
Pro Account:
Highest minimum deposit requirement
May not be suitable for casual traders
Islamic Account:
Limited availability of certain features
Higher spreads compared to standard accounts
To open an equinor account, the following eligibility criteria must be met:
Equinor follows strict Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) procedures to verify the identity of its clients. This includes:
Account verification typically takes between 1 to 3 business days, depending on the completeness of the submitted documents.
The registration process is similar on both desktop and mobile platforms, but mobile users may have a more streamlined experience with fewer steps.
Issue: Document upload fails.
Solution: Ensure documents are in the correct format and within size limits.
Issue: Verification delays.
Solution: Contact customer support for assistance.
Typically, account approval takes between 1 to 3 business days, depending on the verification process.
To change account types, contact equinor customer support to request an upgrade or downgrade. Additional documentation may be required based on the new account type.
The equinor demo account allows traders to practice trading without financial risk.
The demo account usually comes with a virtual balance of $10,000 for practice.
Demo accounts typically expire after 30 days of inactivity, but users may be able to request an extension.
Equinor offers Islamic accounts that comply with Sharia law.
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