Standard account, superior service
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Open an accountRegister your details and open an account in minutes
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DepositFund your account through our secure funding portal
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Start tradingAccess over 13,500 markets on desktop or via the app
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Open an accountRegister your details and open an account in minutes
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DepositFund your account through our secure funding portal
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Start tradingAccess over 13,500 markets on desktop or via the app
City Index standard account: tailor-made for everyday trading
Our standard accounts (choose either CFD or spread betting) give you access to thousands of global markets on our award-winning platforms and apps, complete with powerful TradingView charting. Benefit from our price improvement logic and transparent fees, keeping your costs of trading low.

Seamless multi-device dealing
Access your standard account at home or on the go.
Desktop
Log in to Web Trader – our best trading experience yet built on powerful HTML 5 technology. Accessible from all operating systems and major browsers.
Mobile
Seize trading opportunities wherever, whenever with the City Index mobile app, complete with advanced tools and charts.

Transparent pricing, competitive spreads
City Index is proud to be a market-leading partner with a proven track record of award-winning platforms, pricing and service.
Standard account FAQ
How long does it take to open a trading account?
We aim to open your account as quickly as we can. Our forms can be filled out in just a few minutes, with some personal information and details of your experience and financial situation. Once we’ve confirmed your identity, you’ll be notified immediately and can start trading.
In the event that we require more information from you, it can take us a little bit longer to open your account.
Ready to open an account? Start your application here.
Why do I need a trading account?
You need a trading account to be able to get access to our platform, add your funds and start speculating on market prices. Opening a trading account with us means you’ll be able to:
- Choose from 13,500 markets including indices, shares and forex
- Trade on award-winning platforms for web and mobile
- Read real-time news from Reuters and our expert analysts
- Analyse your trades with our Performance Analytics tool
Learn more about why you should open a trading account with us
What is a trading account?
A trading account is used to buy or sell assets on a provider’s platform. The term most commonly refers to a leveraged account used for speculation, as opposed to a General Investment Account that holds longer-term positions.
Trading accounts can be used to access a variety of market types, such as forex, indices, shares and commodities.
Previously, exchanges were physical locations that operated with an outcry system. But now, you can access financial markets electronically via your trading account. You can just transfer money into your account and use those funds to place orders with us, then we will open the trade for you.
If you have more questions visit the FAQ section or start a chat with our support.