Garanti Yatırım offers several account types tailored to meet the needs of various traders. Below is a detailed overview of the available account types:
| Account Type | Minimum Deposit | Leverage | Spread Structure | Target User Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Securities Account | Varies | Up to 1:100 | Competitive | Beginner to Advanced |
| International Securities | Varies | Up to 1:100 | Competitive | Advanced |
| Forex Account | Lower than others | Up to 1:500 | Variable | Beginners and Experienced |
| Demo Account | N/A | Same as live | Similar to live | Beginners and Strategy Testers |
| Feature | Domestic Securities | International Securities | Forex Account | Demo Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Deposit | Varies | Varies | Lower | N/A |
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:100 | Up to 1:100 | Up to 1:500 | Same as live |
| Spreads (Typical/Minimum) | Competitive | Competitive | Variable | Similar to live |
| Commission Fees | Based on volume | Based on market | May apply | N/A |
| Lot Size | Standard | Standard | Micro/Mini/Standard | N/A |
| Available Trading Platforms | e-Trader, MT4 | e-Trader, MT4 | e-Trader, MT4 | e-Trader |
| Execution Type | Market | Market | ECN | N/A |
| Islamic Account Availability | No | No | Yes | N/A |
| Swap-Free Options | No | No | Yes | N/A |
| Demo Account Features | N/A | N/A | N/A | Virtual funds, practice trading |
Domestic Securities Account:
Access to local markets.
User-friendly interface.
Competitive commission structure.
International Securities Account:
Global market access.
Diversification opportunities.
Advanced trading tools.
Forex Account:
High leverage options.
Access to a wide range of currency pairs.
Suitable for various trading strategies.
Demo Account:
Risk-free trading environment.
Practice with virtual funds.
No time limit for practice.
Domestic Securities Account:
Limited to Turkish markets.
May have higher fees for low-volume traders.
International Securities Account:
Higher minimum deposit.
Complex regulations for international trading.
Forex Account:
High risk due to leverage.
Requires understanding of forex market dynamics.
Demo Account:
No real profits can be made.
Limited to virtual trading experience.
Eligibility Criteria:
Age Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old.
Geographic Restrictions: Available to residents of Turkey and certain international locations.
Prohibited Countries: Specific countries may be restricted based on regulatory compliance.
Identity Verification Documents Needed:
Government-issued ID (passport, national ID).
Proof of residence (utility bill, bank statement).
Additional Documentation for Professional Accounts:
Business registration documents (for corporate accounts).
Financial statements (for high-net-worth individuals).
KYC/AML Compliance Procedures:
Complete identity verification.
Source of funds declaration.
Verification Time Frames:
Typically 1-3 business days for account verification.
Demo Account Features and Benefits:
Allows traders to practice without financial risk.
Access to the same trading tools as live accounts.
Ideal for testing strategies and learning the platform.
How to Open a Demo Account: Follow the same registration process as for live accounts but select the demo option.
Demo Account Limitations:
Limited to virtual funds.
No real trading profits.
Virtual Balance Amount: Typically starts with a virtual balance of $100,000.
Demo vs Live Account Differences: Demo accounts use virtual funds while live accounts involve real money trading.
Duration/Expiry of Demo Accounts: Demo accounts may expire after a certain period of inactivity, typically 30-90 days.
Explore broker markets account types: forex/trading accounts with demo access.