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Q: What features do I get with a CMC Markets trading account?

There are a vast range of tools and features on our trading platform, designed to give you the best possible chance of success. Explore our platform guides.

Q: How do I open a trading account?

To open a trading account, simply complete our application form. If successful, you will then receive a verification email, and you can then fund your account and begin trading.

Q: What details do I need to provide when opening a trading account?

When applying for a trading account with us, you will need to provide a scanned copy or clear photograph of a valid UK photo driving licence that shows your current address, or a passport or ID card. Learn more about documentation to provide when opening a trading account.

Q: Can I switch to a CMC Markets trading account?

Yes, you can switch to a CMC Markets trading account. Learn how to switch to a CMC Markets account, and some of the features and benefits.

Open a trading account online to access our award-winning Next Generation trading platform*, which is designed to be feature-rich but still feel familiar and easy to use. We’re constantly developing and enhancing our range of platform tools, to give you the best possible chance of success.

Open a trading account

Get started

Complete a simple application form.
Receive verification. After submitting the form, you will get a response from us within 60 seconds.**
Fund your account and begin trading on over 12,000 financial markets.

Financial Conduct Authority regulated

FTSE-listed group

Protected by up to £85,000¹

A great ExperienceA great Experience, would like to thank James B for reaching out and assisting me with setting up MT4 and CMC’s platform. Great Customer Service. *****. I was on another platform and hadn’t been on CMC for some time although enjoyed there share trading platform. I like both platforms and intend on discovering more of CMC. customer,6 hours ago

usd/cad trendi follow the trending usd/cad trending market. It gives me insights on the value of my currencies - usd/cadOrlando RV Alberto,yesterday

it works to help me set up a real account it works to help me set up a real account Andrew Bird,2 days ago

It is a must for the investorsIt is a must for the investors! Very easy to use it!Joao,3 days ago

personalized serviceGreat people behind, very supportiveOscar,4 days ago

Great demo accountGreat demo account. Easy to use and very detailedcustomer,4 days ago

cmc markets have more than above…cmc markets have more than above average indicators: supertrend, linear100, chandle. Once you understand how these works, you're on your way to reading the market accurately. Thank you very much. Therese Therese Leignel,4 days ago

Great choice of productsEasy funding of account and huge choice of products to trade.Tom Tom,6 days ago

Great App and communication.The app is very clear and easy to use, even if you've never traded before. Lots of advice, tips and news. Never had any issues,at all, which is rare with apps these days. Always been extremely helpful when I've contacted them.Jeff V ,6 days ago

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Why create a trading account with CMC Markets?

Enhanced mobile trading

Experience enhanced mobile trading with an app you can customise to suit your trading style, so you can keep track of the markets that matter to you and stay informed on the go.

Intuitive platform

Our unique online trading platform has already won multiple awards and we’re continually working on creating new functionality, products and trading tools to enhance your trading experience.

Over 30 years' experience

Since launching in 1989, we’ve become one of the world's leading spread betting and CFD trading providers. When you trade with us, you're trading with an industry pioneer.

21,000 instruments

Spread bet or trade CFDs on indices, forex, commodities, shares, ETFs, interest rates, and treasury bonds, plus our exclusive share baskets and more.

Discover our markets

21,000 instruments

Spread bet or trade CFDs on indices, forex, commodities, shares, ETFs, interest rates, and treasury bonds, plus our exclusive share baskets and more.

Discover our markets

Funding your online trading account

You can sign into your account as soon as your application has been successful and you have confirmed your registered email address via the verification link sent to you. However, you won’t be able to place a trade unless there are sufficient funds in your account to open a position.

Read our funding your trading account FAQs.

FAQs

What features do I get with a CMC Markets trading account?

How do I open a trading account?

What details do I need to provide when opening a trading account?

Can I switch to a CMC Markets trading account?

*No.1 Web-Based Platform, ForexBrokers.com Awards 2021; Best Telephone Customer Service & Best Email Customer Service, based on highest user satisfaction among spread betters, CFD & FX traders, Investment Trends 2020 UK Leverage Trading Report; Best Platform Features & Best Mobile/Tablet App, Investment Trends 2019 UK Leverage Trading Report.

**If you reside in the UK, you will receive a response from us within 60 seconds after submitting your online application form. Additional documentation may be required before we can process your live account application. If you reside outside the UK, account opening depends on how quickly you provide the supporting documents. On average the process takes two days. Once you have submitted your documents, we will contact you within one business day.

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