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Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
Section: Who can join FTMO Futures?
− How do I become an FTMO Trader?
+ Who is an FTMO Trader, and how do I become one?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
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Futures
New with FTMO
What is FTMO?
Section: Who can join FTMO Futures?
− Where is your office? How do I contact you?
− How to Start?
+ Why should I join FTMO?
Who can join FTMO Futures?
Is FTMO a trustworthy company?
− Why should I join FTMO?
+ Where is your office? How do I contact you?
+ How to Start?
Can I trade FTMO Futures together with other FTMO products?
+ Orders & Billings
+ How does the payment for the Evaluation work? Is it one-time fee or a subscription?
+ What payment methods are available?
+ What happens if my card gets declined during the subscription?
+ I paid for my Evaluation, when will I get the account?
+ Can I cancel my subscription?
Evaluation
Who is an FTMO Trader, and how do I become one?
How long does it take to become an FTMO Trader?
How do the Growth and Pro products differ?
− When do I complete FTMO Identity?
+ What is FTMO Identity, and when do I complete it?
I have successfully passed the Evaluation, what to do now?
+ Sim-Funded Account
+ How do I withdraw my payout from a Sim-Funded Account?
+ How does a Sim-Funded Account work from the technical side?
+ What is the legal relationship between an FTMO Trader and FTMO after signing the FTMO Futures Sim-Funded Account Terms & Conditions?
+ Live Funded Account
+ Who is eligible for a Live Funded Account?
+ Trading Objectives
+ What are the Trading Objectives?
+ How does your Consistency Rule work?
+ What is the difference between Balance and Equity?
Rules
− How many accounts can I have?
Can I trade news?
+ Can I hold positions overnight or over the weekend?
Can I travel or use VPN/VPS?
Can I merge my trading accounts?
− Do I have to close my positions before the market close or before the weekend?
+ How many accounts can I have?
What is the rule about trading within 2% of a CME price limit?
What is 'Trading according to a real market'?
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
− Trading Objectives
− What are the Trading Objectives, and what happens if I violate them?
− How does your Consistency Rule work?
− What is the difference between Balance and Equity?
− Sim-Funded Account
− What is the legal relationship between an FTMO Trader and FTMO after signing the FTMO Futures Sim-Funded Account Terms & Conditions?
− How do I withdraw my payout from a Sim-Funded Account?
− How does a Sim-Funded Account work from the technical side?
− Live Funded Account
− Who is eligible for a Live Funded Account?
− Orders & Billings
− How does the payment for the Evaluation work? Is it one-time fee or a subscription?
− What payment methods are available?
− Can I cancel my subscription?
− What happens if my card gets declined during the subscription?
− I paid for my Evaluation, when will I get the account?
− Platforms & Market Data
+ Platforms & Account Specifications
Which platforms can I use for trading?
+ What are the account specifications?
+ What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
+ How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
Can I modify my platform?
How do I log in to Tradovate?
How do I log in to NinjaTrader?
How do I log in to TradingView?
− How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
− What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
− Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
− Instruments & Specifications
− What are the account specifications?
+ Instruments
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
+ Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
Do you offer a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
Affiliate Programme
How does the FTMO Affiliate Programme work?
What is the application and approval process?
− Are there countries where I cannot refer clients or receive payouts?
+ Are there country restrictions for affiliates and referred clients?
How do I earn commissions as an affiliate?
How does the affiliate levels system work?
How do FTMO Futures commissions work?
What is my affiliate code and how do traders use it?
How does attribution work for FTMO Futures referrals?
Do traders I referred before the FTMO Futures launch earn me Futures commissions?
How does the commission approval process work?
In which currency are my commissions calculated and paid?
What are the requirements for an affiliate payout?
What are the key promotional rules I must follow?
How do the FTMO and FTMO US Affiliate Programmes differ?
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How do I log in to Tradovate?
How do I log in to NinjaTrader?
How do I log in to TradingView?
How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
Instruments & Specifications
What are the account specifications?
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
Section: Who can join FTMO Futures?
− How about a Free Trial?
+ Do you offer a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
Affiliate Programme
How does the FTMO Affiliate Programme work?
What is the application and approval process?
Are there countries where I cannot refer clients or receive payouts?
How do I earn commissions as an affiliate?
How does the affiliate levels system work?
How do FTMO Futures commissions work?
What is my affiliate code and how do traders use it?
How does attribution work for FTMO Futures referrals?
Do traders I referred before the FTMO Futures launch earn me Futures commissions?
How does the commission approval process work?
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Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
How do I become an FTMO Trader?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
Start Your Evaluation Today
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Section: Residency-based restrictions:
− Trade with up to 3 funded accounts
+ Unlimited Evaluation Accounts
+ -
+ Trade with up to 3 Sim-Funded accounts
-
Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
-
Keep up to 90% of your simulated profits
Trade Futures
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Trade with up to 3 funded accounts
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Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
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Keep up to 90% of your simulated profits
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How do I log in to TradingView?
How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
Instruments & Specifications
What are the account specifications?
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
How about a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
Section: Who can join FTMO Futures?
+ Affiliate Programme
+ How does the FTMO Affiliate Programme work?
+ What is the application and approval process?
+ Are there countries where I cannot refer clients or receive payouts?
+ How do I earn commissions as an affiliate?
+ How does the affiliate levels system work?
+ How do FTMO Futures commissions work?
+ What is my affiliate code and how do traders use it?
+ How does attribution work for FTMO Futures referrals?
+ Do traders I referred before the FTMO Futures launch earn me Futures commissions?
+ How does the commission approval process work?
+ In which currency are my commissions calculated and paid?
+ What are the requirements for an affiliate payout?
+ What are the key promotional rules I must follow?
+ How do the FTMO and FTMO US Affiliate Programmes differ?
All FAQ
Futures
Who can join FTMO Futures?
Who can join FTMO Futures?
Apart from the exceptions listed below, FTMO Futures is available to clients globally, and we accept registrations from natural persons only.
If you are already registered with FTMO as a self-employed person or a legal entity, please contact us at [email protected] for more information on the next steps.
No specific qualifications are required. Whether you are a beginner or already know your way around trading and are interested in improving yourself, you’re the person we’re looking for.
FTMO Futures availability is subject to internal business decisions and changes in compliance with evolving legal and regulatory standards. Also, please note that not all countries are eligible to receive a Live Funded Account. More information is available in the FAQ “Who is eligible for a Live Funded Account?“.
Clients residing in the United States
For clients residing in the United States, eligibility is assessed on residency, not on nationality.
For eligibility purposes, the United States includes the 50 states as well as the following U.S. territories: American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, United States Minor Outlying Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. However, we do not currently accept residents of the following US states: Arkansas, Delaware, Louisiana, Montana, and South Carolina.
FTMO does not provide FTMO Futures to the following categories of individuals:
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Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
How do I become an FTMO Trader?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
Start Your Evaluation Today
-
Section: Residency-based restrictions:
− Start your path to your Sim-Funded Account
+ Trade with up to 3 funded accounts
-
Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
-
− Tight spreads, deep liquidity
+ Keep up to 90% of your simulated profits
Trade Futures
Worldwide Reviews
Prove Your Skills with a Trusted Firm
We've been empowering traders since 2015. Join them now!
4.5M+
Customers worldwide
$650M+
Paid in rewards worldwide
4.8/5
Trustpilot
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First archived version.
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CFDs
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Futures
New with FTMO
What is FTMO?
Where is your office? How do I contact you?
How to Start?
Who can join FTMO Futures?
Is FTMO a trustworthy company?
Why should I join FTMO?
Can I trade FTMO Futures together with other FTMO products?
Evaluation
Who is an FTMO Trader, and how do I become one?
How long does it take to become an FTMO Trader?
How do the Growth and Pro products differ?
When do I complete FTMO Identity?
I have successfully passed the Evaluation, what to do now?
Rules
How many accounts can I have?
Can I trade news?
Can I travel or use VPN/VPS?
Can I merge my trading accounts?
Do I have to close my positions before the market close or before the weekend?
What is the rule about trading within 2% of a CME price limit?
What is 'Trading according to a real market'?
Which instruments can I trade and what strategies am I allowed to use?
Trading Objectives
What are the Trading Objectives, and what happens if I violate them?
How does your Consistency Rule work?
What is the difference between Balance and Equity?
Sim-Funded Account
What is the legal relationship between an FTMO Trader and FTMO after signing the FTMO Futures Sim-Funded Account Terms & Conditions?
How do I withdraw my payout from a Sim-Funded Account?
How does a Sim-Funded Account work from the technical side?
Live Funded Account
Who is eligible for a Live Funded Account?
Orders & Billings
How does the payment for the Evaluation work? Is it one-time fee or a subscription?
What payment methods are available?
Can I cancel my subscription?
What happens if my card gets declined during the subscription?
I paid for my Evaluation, when will I get the account?
Platforms & Market Data
Which platforms can I use for trading?
Can I modify my platform?
How do I log in to Tradovate?
How do I log in to NinjaTrader?
How do I log in to TradingView?
How does the FTMO technical infrastructure work?
What is the CME Non-Professional Attestation?
Do you provide the market data? Is Depth of Market included?
Instruments & Specifications
What are the account specifications?
What is the maximum number of contracts I can trade?
What happens during the contract expiry?
Which instruments can I trade with FTMO Futures?
Applications & other Services
How about a Free Trial?
Can I use FTMO Points to subscribe to the FTMO Futures Evaluation?
All FAQ
Futures
Who can join FTMO Futures?
Who can join FTMO Futures?
Apart from the exceptions listed below, FTMO Futures is available to clients globally, and we accept registrations from natural persons only.
If you are already registered with FTMO as a self-employed person or a legal entity, please contact us at [email protected] for more information on the next steps.
No specific qualifications are required. Whether you are a beginner or already know your way around trading and are interested in improving yourself, you’re the person we’re looking for.
FTMO Futures availability is subject to internal business decisions and changes in compliance with evolving legal and regulatory standards. Also, please note that not all countries are eligible to receive a Live Funded Account. More information is available in the FAQ “Who is eligible for a Live Funded Account?“.
Clients residing in the United States
For clients residing in the United States, eligibility is assessed on residency, not on nationality.
For eligibility purposes, the United States includes the 50 states as well as the following U.S. territories: American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, United States Minor Outlying Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. However, we do not currently accept residents of the following US states: Arkansas, Delaware, Louisiana, Montana, and South Carolina.
FTMO does not provide FTMO Futures to the following categories of individuals:
- Persons under the age of 18;
- Individuals listed on international sanctions lists;
- Individuals with a criminal record related to financial crime or terrorism;
- Persons previously banned due to a breach of contract;
As a legal US resident, you must also meet the following conditions:
- You must have a valid U.S. Tax Identification Number (e.g. Social Security Number). Without the U.S. Tax Identification Number, you will not be able to receive a Payout.
- You will be required to provide proof of ownership for the U.S. bank account where you wish to receive your Payout when requested. The bank must be a fully licensed and regulated banking institution. Fintech and digital-only payment institutions (e.g., Wise, Chime) are not accepted.
- All FTMO Traders are required to submit a completed IRS Form (W-9) as part of the process for receiving their first Payout.
Clients residing outside the United States
FTMO does not provide FTMO Futures to the following categories of individuals:
- Persons under the age of 18;
- Persons (both nationals and residents) from Iran, Syria, Myanmar, and North Korea;
- Individuals listed on international sanctions lists;
- Individuals with a criminal record related to financial crime or terrorism;
- Persons previously banned due to a breach of contract;
Conditional exceptions:
Nationals of Iran, Syria, or Myanmar may be accepted only if both of the following conditions are met:
- They provide valid documentation confirming residency in a country that is part of the European Economic Area (EEA);
- We are able to verify a bank account held in their name, issued by a traditional bank (not a neobank or fintech) operating within an EEA country.
Residency-based restrictions:
Due to business decisions based on risk management considerations, FTMO does not provide FTMO Futures to clients in the countries and regions listed in the following table.
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| Afghanistan | Gabon | Papua New Guinea |
| Albania | Gambia | Russian Federation |
| Angola | Ghana | Rwanda |
| Anguilla | Grenada | Saint Barthélemy |
| Antarctica | Guinea | Saint Kitts and Nevis |
| Antigua and Barbuda | Guinea-Bissau | Saint Lucia |
| Australia | Guyana | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
| Barbados | Heard and McDonald Islands | Samoa |
| Belarus | Holy See (Vatican City State) | San Marino |
| Belize | Indonesia | Sao Tome and Principe |
| Bhutan | Iraq | Seychelles |
| Bouvet Island | Jamaica | Sierra Leone |
| Burkina Faso | Jordan | Solomon Islands |
| Burundi | Kazakhstan | Somalia |
| Cape Verde | Kenya | South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands |
| Central African Republic | Kiribati | South Sudan |
| Chad | Kosovo | Sri Lanka |
| China | Kyrgyzstan | Sudan |
| Christmas Island | Laos | Suriname |
| Cocos (Keeling) Islands | Lesotho | Svalbard and Jan Mayen |
| Comoros | Liberia | Tajikistan |
| Congo (Republic) | Libya | Timor-Leste |
| Cook Islands | Malawi | Togo |
| Côte d’Ivoire | Mali | Tokelau |
| Cuba | Marshall Islands | Tonga |
| Djibouti | Mauritania | Tunisia |
| Dominica | Mayotte | Turkmenistan |
| Equatorial Guinea | Micronesia | Tuvalu |
| Eritrea | Monaco | Ukraine |
| Eswatini | Montserrat | Uzbekistan |
| Falkland Islands | Namibia | Vanuatu |
| Fiji | Nauru | Venezuela |
| | Niger | Vietnam |
| | Niue | Western Sahara |
| | | Yemen |
Why should I join FTMO?
Why is there a fee?
How do I become an FTMO Trader?
Can I modify my platform or account type?
How to start?
Start Your Evaluation Today
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Start your path to your Sim-Funded Account
-
Up to $450,000 in simulated capital
-
Tight spreads, deep liquidity
Trade Futures
Worldwide Reviews
Prove Your Skills with a Trusted Firm
We've been empowering traders since 2015. Join them now!
4.5M+
Customers worldwide
$650M+
Paid in rewards worldwide
4.8/5
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