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Open a Trading Account

To begin trading in the financial markets, you’ll need to set up a trading account with a licensed brokerage firm.

Brokers are licensed companies that provide electronic trading platforms where you can buy and sell financial products such as currencies (Forex), stocks, commodities, and cryptocurrencies.

Choosing the Right Broker

Choosing the right broker is an important step – not all brokers are designed for the same purpose. Some are better suited for active strategies like scalping and day trading. Others are more suitable for swing trading or investing.

Each broker has its own strengths and limitations, so it’s important to choose one that aligns with your trading strategy.

Broker Trust Score

When choosing a broker, make sure to check its trust score and regulatory status.

Many offshore brokers advertise zero commissions, high leverage, or large bonuses. While these offers may appear attractive, they often signal weak regulatory oversight and poor risk management practices.

The safety of your funds should always come first.

To protect yourself, verify that the broker is properly regulated and holds Tier-1 licenses from reputable authorities such as CBI, CySEC, FCA, DFSA, ASIC, or similar. Also, review independent sources such as WikiFX, Investopedia, or Investing.com to check credibility.

We've Done the Heavy Lifting for You

We’ve been working with trading platforms globally since 2019, regularly testing new companies and introducing our students to the best ones we discover.

After trying out dozens of brokers, we’ve handpicked the most reliable and well-rounded option in each region – so you don’t have to spend hours comparing platforms, licenses, and fee structures yourself.

How to Open a Trading Account

1

Register

Fill out the online registration form

2

Complete Questionnaire

Answer a short KYC questionnaire.

3

Verify Your Identity

Upload your ID and proof of address.

4

Start Trading

Once verified, your account will be ready.

Once your account is active, you can fund it and begin trading. If you’re not ready to trade with real capital, you can start with a demo account and practice risk-free.

Get Started

Choose your country below and you’ll be forwarded to a registration tutorial for the recommended broker in your region:

Select your current country of residence

After submitting the form, you’ll be redirected to a registration tutorial

Regulated Brokers

We only recommend fully licensed, regulated, globally recognised brokerage firms.

Competitive Fees

We recommend brokers that offer a balanced combination of transparent pricing, low spreads, and fast execution.

Dedicated Support

Get help from our team with any questions regarding your trading platform – from initial setup to live trading.

Need Assistance?

If you need help setting up your trading account or run into any issues during registration, reach out to us and we’ll guide you through it.