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Alpari (US), LLC is registered with the CFTC as a Futures Commission Merchant and is a member of the NFA - Member ID: 0379678.
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Account Types
We are committed to improving our clients' Forex trading experience and now offer four different Forex account types to suit the specific requirements of different traders. Alpari (US) micro or retail forex trading accounts are available to all and our new Pro account allows us to offer our clients the flexibility to trade at the level they want. We also offer Demo accounts. Register for a free Demo online forex trading account and test your skills.
Whatever your trading strategy, level of funding or appetite for risk - from micro and mini lots available to professional-trade sizes - Alpari (US) has an online forex trading account to match. With our newly introduced Pro account, advanced traders now have the opportunity to experience sophisticated trading with the advantages offered through our platforms, MetaTrader 4, and Alpari Direct and Alpari Direct Pro, powered by Currenex.
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Retail
Pro
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Micro Accounts
Designed for traders new to the Forex market and those trading smaller volumes, Micro accounts allow investors to trade smaller trade sizes and open an account with no minimum initial deposit than a Classic account.
A Micro account can be used to trade via MetaTrader 4.
Micro Account details
| Platform: | MetaTrader 4 |
| Web based platform: | No |
| Instruments: | 10 currency pairs |
| Fifth decimal: | Yes |
| Max leverage: | 1:100 |
| Execution: | Auto* |
| Minimum opening deposit: | No restriction |
| Minimum trade size: | 0.01 lot |
| Trade size increment: | 0.01 lot |
| Deposits/Withdrawals | Wire transfer Check PayPal |
| 1-click trading: |
No |
| Market Depth: | No |
| Account currency: | USD |
| Commission: | No** |
*High volume deals are executed by request
**Alpari (US) is compensated through the bid/ask spread
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Retail Accounts
Retail accounts accommodate experienced retail traders with no maximum trade size or open position size. There is a minimum trade size of 0.1 lots and the trade size increment remains flexible at 0.01 lots.
A Retail account can be used to trade via MetaTrader 4
and Alpari Direct.
Retail Account details
| Platform: | MetaTrader 4 |
| Web based platform: | No |
| Instruments: | 23 currency pairs + Gold & Silver |
| Fifth decimal: | Yes |
| Max leverage: | 1:100 |
| Execution: | Auto* |
| Minimum opening deposit: | $1,000 |
| Minimum trade size: | 0.10 lot |
| Trade size increment: | 0.01 lot |
| Deposits/Withdrawals | Wire Transfer Check Paypal |
| 1-click trading: | No |
| Market depth: | No |
| Account currency: | USD |
| Commission: | No** |
*High volume deals are executed by request
**Alpari (US) is compensated through the bid/ask spread.
Precious metal contracts are not subject to regulation under the U.S. Commodity Exchange Act.
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Pro Accounts
With no commission until 14th January 2010*, the new Pro account has been introduced to satisfy the needs of institutions and individuals looking to trade higher volumes. There is a minimum deposit size of $20,000, a minimum trade size of $40,000 and no maximum open position.
A Pro account can be used to trade via Alpari Direct
and Alpari Direct Pro.
Pro Account details:
| Platform: | Alpari Direct | Alpari Direct Pro |
| Web based platform: | No | Yes |
| Instruments: | 23 currency pairs |
23 currency pairs |
| Fifth decimal: | Yes | Yes |
| Max leverage: | 1:100 | 1:100 |
| Execution: | Non Dealing Desk | Non Dealing Desk |
| Minimum opening deposit: | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Minimum trade size: | 10,000 | 10,000 |
| Trade size increment: | N/A | N/A |
| Deposits/Withdrawals | Wire Transfer Check PayPal |
Wire Transfer Check PayPal |
| 1-click trading: |
Yes | Yes |
| Market Depth: | No | Yes |
| Account currency: | USD | USD |
| Commission: | 100% Commission rebate* |
100% Commission rebate* |
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*Terms and Conditions apply
The 100% Commission Rebate promotion period will run from December 21, 2009 to March 19, 2010 and the commission rebate is subject to trading volume requirements.
Open a demo account and start practicing
Apply your trading knowledge in a real-life environment – without risking your money. Develop and test strategies, as well as gaining confidence and familiarity of the different trading platforms.
Demo accounts are available for MetaTrader 4, Alpari Direct and Alpari Direct Pro.
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Trading accounts will be designated as "inactive" once the account has been inactive for 90 days or more. The trading account will be charged a fee after the 120th day of inactivity. Please click here for details about the applicable fee.
