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Eightcap Account Opening 2026: Types, Deposit & Verification
Complete guide to opening an account with Eightcap. Minimum deposit: $100. Available account types, KYC requirements, and step-by-step instructions.
By Lisa Martinez•Updated 2026-03-01•Fact-checked by James Wilson
Minimum Deposit
$100
Max Leverage
1:500
Platforms
MT4, MT5, TradingView
Islamic Account
Yes
Demo Account
Yes
Copy Trading
No
Eightcap Account Types
**Standard** — Min. deposit: $100. Spreads from 1.0. No Comm.
**Raw** — Min. deposit: $100. Spreads from 0.0. $7 Comm.
Verification & KYC Process
Simple process. Two main types: Standard and Raw.
Available Trading Platforms
Eightcap supports the following trading platforms: MT4, MT5, TradingView. MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is available for those who prefer the industry-standard platform. MetaTrader 5 (MT5) is also supported with enhanced features. TradingView integration is available for chart-based traders.
Demo Account
Eightcap offers a free demo account: Yes. A demo account allows you to practice trading with virtual money before committing real funds. This is especially valuable for beginners learning the platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
To open an account with Eightcap, visit their website and click "Register" or "Open Account". You'll need to provide personal information, complete identity verification (KYC), and make a minimum deposit of $100.
The minimum deposit for Eightcap is $100. Some premium account types may require higher deposits.
Yes, Eightcap offers a demo account: Yes. This lets you practice with virtual funds before trading with real money.
You typically need: 1) A valid government-issued photo ID (passport, national ID, or driving license), and 2) Proof of address (utility bill, bank statement, or government-issued document dated within the last 3 months).
Yes, Eightcap offers Islamic (swap-free) accounts that comply with Sharia law. These accounts do not charge or earn overnight interest.