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Once you’ve decided which trading platform you prefer to use, you can apply for a MT4/5 account here, or you can apply for a Next Generation account here. To trade on both platforms, you’ll need to make an application for each platform.

Yes, we offer a free demo account for all platforms. The demo account is a practice account that allows you to trade using virtual funds, so your own funds are not at risk. Create an MT4/5 demo account or, apply for a <Next Generation demo account>. The MT4 and MT5 demo accounts are available for an initial period of 30 days. Both MT4 and MT5 demo accounts will expire after 30 days of inactivity. The Next Generation demo account has no expiry date.

There is no minimum deposit required to open an account. You won’t be able to place a trade until there are sufficient funds to cover your position.

Log in to your MT4 or MT5 client portal or the Next Generation platform and follow the instructions in the funding section.

CMC Markets operates 15 offices located around the world such as the UK, Australia, Germany, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore and Bermuda. CMC Markets’ entities are licenced and regulated by the local authorities, for example, CMC Markets Bermuda is licenced to conduct investment business and digital asset business by the Bermuda Monetary Authority (‘BMA’).

As a CMC Markets’ client, your money is held separately from CMC Markets’ own funds. It is held in segregated client bank accounts distributed across a range of major banks, which are regularly assessed against our risk criteria. Under the BMA rules, retail clients must be provided with negative balance protection. This means the maximum amount you can lose is what you initially deposit with us.