FAQ

Find answers to the most popular questions regarding trading with Tickmill.

    Account information

    Are trading conditions the same on my demo and live account?

    Yes, the trading conditions are the same. However, please note that demo accounts operate in a simulated environment which means that no slippage occurs whereas price updates might differ from live accounts.

    Can I change the balance of my demo account?

    Yes. Simply send an email with your demo account number and decided balance to our Support team.

    Can I change the settings of my demo account?

    Yes. Simply send an email with your demo account number and decided changes to our Support team.

    Can I have a demo and live account working at the same time?

    Yes. In order to do so, install a MetaTrader platform in different folders on your computer for each of your trading accounts.

    Can the account be closed/deleted?

    You can close an account but we will keep your data, in accordance with legislation, on our files for a minimum period of 7 years.
    If your account is inactive for 60 days or more and the balance is equal or less than 50 GBP/EUR/USD/CHF and/or 250 PLN, your account will be archived.

    How do I modify or delete a trade in the MetaTrader platform?

    Right-click on the instrument you placed the trade with and use the options ‘Modify the trade’ or ‘Delete the trade’.

    How do I open a MetaTrader account?

    You can open an account in the Client Area, efficiently and securely. Click here to open an account with us.

    I forgot my Client Area password. What do I do?

    Go to the Client Area login page click on the ‘Forgot your Password?’ link under the ‘Login’ button and follow the instructions on how to reset your password. For further assistance, please contact our Client Support team.

    I forgot my MetaTrader account password. What do I do?

    You can change the password of your MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 account inside the secure Client Area. For further assistance, please contact our Client Support team.

    Is it possible to archive an account that is not in use?

    An account may get archived under certain conditions. If the account balance is equal or less than 50 GBP/EUR/USD/CHF and/or 250 PLN and there were no login attempts to the trading platform or no trading activity, no open positions and no withdrawals or deposits made for at least 60 days, then the account will be automatically deactivated and archived by the system and it will no longer be visible in the Client Area. Any balance will be transferred to the wallet.

    What account types do you offer?

    We offer different types of accounts, suitable for any strategy and need. For more information about all the available accounts and their pricing and commissions, check this page.

    What are the requirements to register for a Client Area?

    To register for an individual Client Area, you must submit your Proof of Address (POA) and Proof of Identity (POI) documents, whereas to register for a Corporate Client Area, you must submit:

    1. Articles of association, identification document and proof of individual and corporate address.
    2. Certificate of incorporation or company registration card (must show the address, legal representatives, registration data).

    We will ask for additional documents depending on the country, beneficiary etc. (offshore:).

    E.g.:

    1. Certificate of incorporation
    2. Articles of association
    3. Memorandum of understanding
    4. Certificate of good standing
    5. Certificate of incumbency/ Register of Members
    6. POI and POA documents for directors and shareholders.
    When are swaps charged at a triple rate for currency pairs and metals?

    Triple swap charges apply for positions on FX pairs, Silver and Gold that are held overnight on Wednesday. For the rest of the instruments, triple swap charges apply for positions that are held overnight on Friday. This is a standard practice in the forex industry.

    These swaps cover the interest for Saturday and Sunday when the markets are closed. All swaps are calculated based on the quote currency.

    Example:

    If you open a long position of 1 lot on EURAUD, the overnight swap charge would be -14.11 Australian Dollars. If you had opened the same position on a Wednesday and roll over the position to the next day, the swap would be -14.11 * 3.

    If the account currency is in USD, then we have to convert the amount above to USD by using AUDUSD spot rate.

    Where can I check the SWAP rates?

    We update the swaps based on the rates given to us by our counterparties and we recommend checking the swap rates on a regular basis within the MetaTrader platform. Our updated swaps are always available by clicking here.

    You can also check the swap rates by logging into the MetaTrader trading platform and select: View > Symbols > Select instrument > Properties

    There are two types of positions: buy and sell. You must look at the Financing long for swaps for buy positions and at the Financing short for swaps for sell positions. Swaps are charged at 00:00 platform time.

    Where can I find my account balance and my trading history?

    You can find your account balance and trading history in the MetaTrader platform. The account balance can also be seen in your Client Area.

    Will my funds be protected at Tickmill?

    As a member of the Investors Compensation Fund (ICF) in Cyprus, all retail clients of Tickmill Europe Ltd are covered in the event of default by Tickmill Europe Ltd. Eligible clients are covered with an amount either equal to twenty thousand Euros (EUR 20,000), or 90% of the covered investor’s claim, whichever is lower (per client).