| Account Type | Minimum Deposit | Spread | Leverage | Target User Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $100 | From 1.0 pips | 1:500 | Intermediate traders |
| ECN | $500 | From 0.0 pips | 1:100 | Advanced traders |
| Pro | $1,000 | Competitive | 1:200 | Professional traders |
| Islamic | $100 | From 1.0 pips | 1:500 | Muslim traders |
| Demo | N/A | Same as live | Same as live | Beginners |
Minimum Deposit:
Standard: $100
ECN: $500
Pro: $1,000
Islamic: $100
Demo: N/A
Maximum Leverage:
Standard: 1:500
ECN: 1:100
Pro: 1:200
Islamic: 1:500
Demo: Same as live accounts
Spreads (Typical/Minimum):
Standard: From 1.0 pips
ECN: From 0.0 pips
Pro: Competitive spreads
Islamic: From 1.0 pips
Demo: Same as live accounts
Commission Fees:
Standard: None
ECN: Commission per trade
Pro: Lower commission fees
Islamic: None
Demo: None
Lot Size:
Standard: 100,000 units
ECN: Variable
Pro: Variable
Islamic: 100,000 units
Demo: Variable
Available Trading Platforms:
Standard: MT4, MT5
ECN: MT4, MT5
Pro: MT4, MT5
Islamic: MT4, MT5
Demo: MT4, MT5
Execution Type:
Standard: Market
ECN: ECN
Pro: Market
Islamic: Market
Demo: Market
Islamic Account Availability:
Standard: Yes
ECN: Yes
Pro: Yes
Islamic: N/A
Demo: N/A
Swap-free Options:
Standard: Yes
ECN: Yes
Pro: Yes
Islamic: N/A
Demo: N/A
Demo Account Features:
Virtual balance, real market conditions, risk-free environment.
Standard Account:
Easy to open
No commission fees
Suitable for various trading styles
Access to educational resources
ECN Account:
Lower spreads
Direct market access
Ideal for scalping
Fast execution
Pro Account:
Enhanced trading conditions
Lower commission fees
Access to advanced tools
Suitable for high-volume trading
Islamic Account:
Compliant with Islamic laws
No swap fees
Standard trading conditions
Suitable for Muslim traders
Demo Account:
Risk-free trading
Practice strategies
Familiarization with the platform
No financial commitment
Standard Account:
Higher spreads compared to ECN
Limited advanced features
ECN Account:
Requires higher minimum deposit
Commission fees can add up
Pro Account:
Higher minimum deposit
May not be suitable for casual traders
Islamic Account:
Limited to Muslim traders
May have fewer features than standard accounts
Demo Account:
No real profits
Limited duration for practice
Eligibility Criteria:
Age Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old.
Geographic Restrictions: Varies by broker; some may not accept clients from specific countries.
Prohibited Countries: Typically includes countries under sanctions (e.g., USA, North Korea).
Identity Verification Documents Needed:
Government-issued ID (passport or drivers license)
Proof of residence (utility bill or bank statement)
Additional Documentation for Professional Accounts:
Financial statements
Proof of trading experience
KYC/AML Compliance Procedures:
Verification of identity and address to comply with regulations.
Verification Time Frames:
Typically 24-48 hours, but can vary based on broker.
Demo Account Features and Benefits:
Practice trading without financial risk.
Access to real-time market data.
Ability to test strategies and trading platforms.
How to Open a Demo Account:
Visit the broker's website and select the demo account option.
Fill out the registration form.
Start trading with virtual funds.
Demo Account Limitations:
Limited duration (typically 30-90 days).
No real profits or losses.
Virtual Balance Amount: Usually between $10,000 to $100,000 in virtual funds.
Demo vs Live Account Differences:
Demo accounts use virtual funds; live accounts involve real money.
Emotional and psychological factors differ in live trading.
Duration/Expiry of Demo Accounts: Typically expires after a set period, often 30-90 days.
Explore broker markets account types: forex/trading accounts with demo access.