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Opening a live trading account is quick and easy. Applications can be submitted online, or via FAX.

Submitting Your Application
Opening a live trading account is quick and easy. Applications can be submitted online, or via FAX.

Opening an Account Online
The quickest and easiest way to open a live trading account is online. The application can be completed in just minutes.

Instructions for Completing the FX New Account Agreement via FAX

• Print out and read the New Account Agreement.

• Type in all required Information.

• Sign the necessary sections.

• Fax back the required pages to (212) 897-7669.

Instructions for Customers Who Reside Outside the United States

• One form of government issued identification from each account holder (i.e. driver's license, passport, etc.).

• Proof of client’s residential address as represented on the account application (i.e. utility bill, bank statement, Note: P.O. Boxes are NOT acceptable).

• The copies of ID and proof of residence, along with the account application should be FAXED to (212) 897-7669.

Alternatively, you may submit your documents as scanned images (JPG, GIF, BMP, DOC, PDF - no password protection please) to our New Accounts department at newaccounts@fxcm.com.

Important Information: Please be sure to type or clearly print your email address on the New Account Agreement, as this will be the medium used to contact you following the receipt of the application.

To have an application mailed to you click here.