A starter checklist you can copy into your notes. Add your own questions in the replies.
- Which legal entity will hold my account, and who regulates it?
- Is my money held in segregated client accounts?
- What compensation scheme applies, and up to what limit?
- Is negative balance protection included for my account type?
- What are the total costs for my usual trade, including financing?
- Are there fees for deposits, withdrawals, inactivity or currency conversion?
- How long do withdrawals usually take, and by which methods?
- Which platforms and order types are available in my country?
- How can I reach support, in which languages and hours?
- What happens to my account if I move country?