Free Account Transfer

Transfer your account to get more markets, more buying power, and more order types. Transferring is fast, easy, and
completely free. To get started please fill out the form below.

First Name:

Last Name:

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Account Number:

In order to transfer your account, please read and agree to the following terms and conditions:

U.S. residents may not transfer their accounts to FXCM LTD.

U.S. regulation requires that brokers must be registered with the CFTC (U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission) in order to be counterparties to U.S. retail investors in OTC forex transactions.

Only Standard and Active Trader accounts may transfer to FXCM LTD through this form.

By clicking below I acknowledge, authorize and direct FXCM LLC to transfer the full balance out of my provided account to a Standard account with FXCM LTD. I understand that I am required to monitor my account regularly, and ensure that available margin exists in the account prior to submitting this request. I shall hold FXCM LLC and its affiliates harmless for any and all claims regarding such funds transfer upon proper credit to my new FXCM LTD account.

In providing such authorization and direction, I consent to the following conditions:

1. I have read and agreed to the provisions of the FXCM LTD. Agreement (the "Agreement"), and consent to all Terms of Business: FXCM LTD Terms of Business
2. I have read, understood and agreed to the FXCM LTD. Risk Disclosure, Conflict of Interest Policy and Execution Policy.
3. I understand that by consenting to the transfer of the provided account, all funds from this account will be transferred to a new account with FXCM LTD within two business days.
4. I shall be classified as a retail client unless I specifically request to be classified otherwise.
5. I acknowledge and agree that the Agreement will govern the Account with FXCM LTD. and that all of the provisions of the Agreement are deemed incorporated by reference into this form.
6. I agree to execute and deliver, or cause to be executed and delivered, any other agreements or instruments which may reasonably be requested in respect of the transfer of the Account and the establishment thereof as an Account with FXCM LTD.
7. I authorize and direct FXCM LLC to provide FXCM LTD. with any personal information related to my Account which may reasonably be required in order to permit FXCM LTD. to properly establish and administer the Account.
8. I acknowledge and agree that the FSA's client money rules will apply. Available margin must exist in order for funds to be transferred, as removal of funds may result in a margin call. I shall hold FXCM LTD and its affiliates harmless of any and all claims regarding such funds transfer upon proper credit to the above named account.
9. I understand and acknowledge that my account will no longer be held with FXCM LLC which falls under NFA/CFTC jurisdiction (NFA ID: 0308179) and that my account will now be held with FXCM LTD which is regulated by the FSA (Firm Registration Number 217689).

I hereby acknowledge that I have read and consent to the statements listed above.

You will receive a confirmation from FXCM LTD within two business days. If you do not receive a confirmation from FXCM, please contact client services.

Note: Corporate Accounts must submit Articles of Organization that state the purpose for which the company was formed, indicate the members of the company, and permissibility of company funds to be used in investments, or other similar authenticating documents with this application. This documentation should also include a breakdown of the shares of the company. If any shareholder owns more than 25% of the company, FXCM LTD will require an ID and proof of residence from that individual. Please submit this documentation via fax to +0800 014 8154 or via e-mail as a scanned image to FXCM Operations at admin@fxcm.co.uk.

About the Transfer

Transferring from FXCM LLC (FXCM US) to FXCM LTD (FXCM UK) will provide you with the following trading features:

Frequently Asked Questions

Are FXCM LLC and FXCM LTD Different Companies?

Although FXCM LLC and FXCM LTD are separate entities, they are both subsidiaries of FXCM Inc.

Is FXCM LTD Regulated?

Yes. In fact, FXCM LTD is regulated by one of the world's most respected financial regulatory bodies, the Financial Services Authority (FSA). The FSA is the United Kingdom's financial regulatory body. FXCM LTD's Firm Registration Number is 217689. One benefit to an account regulated by the FSA is that the account of retail customers must be segregated. Accordingly, in the unlikely event of default, client funds held in segregated accounts are protected, and cannot be used to benefit other creditors.

Learn More about FXCM LTD regulation.

Will Customer and Technical Support Change?

The same support team that has been assisting you with your FXCM LLC account will continue to support you even after you transfer to FXCM LTD. However, FXCM LTD clients should use the following contact information when support is needed:

• Web: www.fxcm.co.uk
• E-mail: info@fxcm.co.uk
• Telephone: no change

Will My Deposit and Withdrawal Procedures Change?

Yes. Moving an account to FXCM LTD. involves some changes in deposit and withdrawal instructions and changes in charges for transferring funds. FXCM LTD. clients have the option to send funds to a bank in the United States and fund via credit card. MYFXCM.com will continue to be available.

Learn More about FXCM LTD funding options.

Will I Get a New Account Number?

Yes. You will be issued a new account number once the transfer is complete.

Will My Open Positions Transfer?

No. Your account must be flat (no live trades or pending orders). If you have live trades or pending orders at the time of transfer, your request will be denied.

Will my current orders transfer to FXCM LTD?

No. Your account must be flat (no live trades or pending orders). If you have live trades or pending orders at the time of transfer, your request will be denied.

Will the Minimum Margin Requirements Change for Standard 10K account holders?

Yes. All Standard accounts transferred to FXCM LTD will see a change to their current margin settings. Margin requirements at FXCM LTD are lower than those at FXCM LLC. Therefore, you should have more buying power with FXCM LTD, since a greater portion of your account equity can be used to open and manage positions*.

After the transfer, account holders will have the option to request a different margin setting via MyFXCM.com. Margin as low as 0.5% of the notional trade size, plus a small cushion is available to FXCM LTD. accounts.

View FXCM LTD Margin Requirements.

Will the Minimum Margin Requirements Change for Active Trader account holders?

Yes, all Active Trader accounts that use the FX Trading Station for trading will see a change to their current margin settings, and will have the option to request a change to their margin settings, as per the Standard 10K Account procedures. For Active Trader accounts that use the new Level II Type platform to trade, margin will no longer be based on the notional trade size as it will be based on a fixed ratio. For more information, please contact your Active Trader representative.

Margin requirements at FXCM LTD are lower than those at FXCM LLC. Therefore, you should have more buying power with FXCM LTD, since a greater portion of your account equity can be used to open and manage positions*.

After the transfer, account holders will have the option to request a different margin setting via MyFXCM.com. Margin as low as 0.5% of the notional trade size, plus a small cushion is available to FXCM LTD. accounts.

View FXCM LTD Margin Requirements.

* Leverage is a double-edged sword and can dramatically amplify your profits. It can also just as dramatically amplify your losses. Trading foreign exchange with any level of leverage may not be suitable for all investors.