First Choice offers a variety of account types tailored to meet the needs of different traders. Below is an overview of the available account types:
| Account Type | Minimum Deposit | Spread/Commission Structure | Leverage Options | Key Features | Target User Profile | Trading Instruments Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Checking | $0 | No monthly fees | N/A | Free Visa debit card, mobile check deposit, overdraft protection | Beginners | N/A |
| Special Checking | $100 | $2 monthly fee | N/A | Earns dividends, mobile banking, free check order annually | Intermediate | N/A |
| Golden Circle Checking | $0 | No monthly fees | N/A | Earns dividends, free check order, mobile banking | Advanced | N/A |
| Business Checking | $100 | Varies | N/A | Designed for business needs, easy access to funds | Business Owners | N/A |
When comparing the features of different first choice account types, the following aspects are essential:
Minimum Deposit:
Regular Checking: $0
Special Checking: $100
Golden Circle Checking: $0
Business Checking: $100
Maximum Leverage: Not applicable for checking accounts.
Spreads (Typical/Minimum):
Regular Checking: No fees
Special Checking: $2 monthly fee
Golden Circle Checking: No fees
Business Checking: Varies
Commission Fees:
Regular Checking: None
Special Checking: $2 monthly fee
Golden Circle Checking: None
Business Checking: Varies
Lot Size: Not applicable for checking accounts.
Available Trading Platforms: Not applicable for checking accounts.
Execution Type: Not applicable for checking accounts.
Islamic Account Availability: Not applicable for checking accounts.
Swap-free Options: Not applicable for checking accounts.
Demo Account Features: Not applicable for checking accounts.
Regular Checking:
No monthly fees
Free debit card
Mobile banking access
Overdraft protection
Special Checking:
Earns dividends
Mobile banking access
Free check order annually
Overdraft protection
Golden Circle Checking:
No monthly fees
Earns dividends
Free check order annually
Mobile banking access
Business Checking:
Tailored for business needs
Easy access to funds
Various transaction options
Regular Checking:
Limited features compared to other accounts
Special Checking:
Monthly fee applies
Golden Circle Checking:
Requires maintaining certain balances for benefits
Business Checking:
Varies in fees and features, may not suit all business types
To open a first choice account, the following eligibility criteria must be met:
All new accounts must comply with Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, requiring verification of identity and residence.
Account verification typically takes 1-3 business days after all required documents are submitted.
The registration process is similar on both desktop and mobile, though the mobile version may have a simplified interface.
Typically, account approval takes 1-3 business days.
Contact customer support to request changes to your account type, providing necessary documentation if required.
Demo Account Features and Benefits:
Allows users to practice trading without financial risk.
Access to virtual funds for trading simulations.
How to Open a Demo Account:
Visit the First Choice website and select the demo account option.
Fill out the required information to create your demo account.
Demo Account Limitations:
Limited to virtual trading only; cannot withdraw funds.
Virtual Balance Amount: Typically set at a standard amount (e.g., $10,000).
Demo vs Live Account Differences:
Demo accounts use virtual funds, while live accounts require real money.
Duration/Expiry of Demo Accounts:
Demo accounts may expire after a set period (e.g., 30 days) unless renewed.
Explore broker markets account types: forex/trading accounts with demo access.