How to Open an Account with Swissquote

Digital Process with Bank Validation

The registration is done online and requires complete document validation. You need to send your ID or passport, proof of address, and financial details. In 1 to 2 business days, your account will be ready to trade in global markets.

Account Types and Initial Deposit

The standard account does not have a mandatory minimum deposit, although it is recommended to trade from $1,000 USD for the forex segment. Swissquote accepts transfers and credit/debit cards such as Visa and Mastercard. You can also trade from multi-currency accounts in CHF, USD, EUR, among others.

Apps and Advanced Platforms

It has its own apps (Swissquote App, CFXD Mobile) and compatibility with MT4, MT5, and its institutional platform CFXD, which integrates TradingView charts, analysis tools, and execution speed of 9 milliseconds.

• Online registration with complete financial KYC

• Suggested deposit for trading: $1,000

• Methods: card, transfer, Visa, Mastercard

• Swissquote Apps + compatibility with MT4/MT5

• Support 24/5 via phone, chat, and email

Assets and Platforms Available for Trading

Trade with over 80 forex pairs and thousands of instruments

Swissquote offers access to over 80 currency pairs, global stocks, ETFs, futures, options, bonds, and cryptocurrencies. Additionally, it has structured products and linked savings accounts. All in a secure, multi-asset banking environment.

Platforms designed for precision and analysis

With CFXD, Swissquote provides an institutional experience with TradingView integration, customizable charts, fast execution, and risk management tools. You can also trade via MT4/MT5 and optimized mobile apps.

• +80 forex pairs, 1000s of stocks, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies

• Instruments: stocks, bonds, futures, options, ETPs

• Platforms: CFXD, MT4, MT5, Swissquote App

• Powerful charts with TradingView

• Multilingual support and international coverage

Commissions, Regulation, and User Profile

Swiss Commission Model and Premium Structure

Swissquote charges from 1.4 pips in standard forex, commissions ranging from $9 to $190 per trade in stocks, depending on the market and volume, and 0.95% for currency conversion. There are no hidden fees or maintenance charges on active accounts.

Banking Regulation and Financial Reputation

It is regulated by FINMA (Switzerland), FCA (UK), MAS (Singapore), among others. As a bank, it offers maximum fund security, AML compliance, and institutional backing. Its market capitalization exceeds CHF 3.65 billion.

Who Should Choose Swissquote?

It is ideal for professional traders, high-net-worth investors, portfolio managers, and users who value banking security, a wide range of assets, and advanced analysis and execution tools.

• Spreads from 1.4 pips and fixed commissions

• Swiss regulation (FINMA) and other top-tier

• Platforms with TradingView, MT4, and more

• 24/5 support and secure apps

• Ideal for advanced traders and wealth managers