HFM Minimum Deposit
How much you need to open and fund an HFM account in South Africa.
Open HFM Account →HFM minimum deposit by account
- The HFM Cent, Zero and Premium accounts have a $0 minimum deposit, so an account can be opened before funding it.
- Funding an account in practice usually starts from about $5, enough to place small cent-lot trades while learning.
- The Pro account usually requires a larger deposit, around $100, reflecting its tighter 0.5-pip spreads.
- Deposits are typically processed by card, e-wallet and bank transfer, with most electronic methods credited quickly.
- A free demo account is available first for traders who want to practise before depositing real money.
HFM minimum deposit by account
| Account | Minimum deposit | Spread from | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cent | $0 (fund from ~$5) | 1.2 pips | Beginners trading cent-sized lots |
| Zero | $0 (fund from ~$5) | 0.0 pips | Active traders wanting raw spreads |
| Premium | $0 (fund from ~$5) | 1.2 pips | Everyday, commission-free trading |
| Pro | ~$100 | 0.5 pips | Experienced traders wanting tighter spreads |