How to fund your account

Bank wire (SWIFT) transfers are typically cheapest for amounts over $1,000. For smaller deposits, some brokers accept card payments with low or no fees. SEPA transfers are free or very cheap within Europe.

Card deposits are usually instant. SEPA transfers take 1-2 business days. International wire transfers (SWIFT) can take 2-5 business days depending on intermediary banks.

Most international brokers accept deposits in USD, EUR, and GBP. Some also accept local currencies (KZT, UAH, TRY, PLN). If your currency is not supported, the broker or your bank will convert it, usually with an FX markup.

Watch for intermediary bank fees on SWIFT transfers ($15-30), FX conversion markups (0.3-1.5%), and card processing fees (0-2%). The tool shows known fees, but your bank may charge additional transfer costs.

Deposits are rejected if the sender name doesn't match the account holder, or if the broker doesn't accept transfers from your bank/country. Always ensure your bank account is in your own name.