Current account map
Course context: This lesson belongs to a practical beginner curriculum for Pakistan.
| Account | Spread / commission pattern | Beginner-relevant distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Cent | Spread from 0.3 pips; no trading commission | Cent lots allow smaller nominal exposure; availability/instruments are limited by region and specification |
| Standard | Spread from 0.2 pips; no trading commission | Broad instrument access and simpler cost display |
| Pro | Spread from 0.1 pips; no trading commission | Professional account with region-based initial deposit and execution choices |
| Raw Spread | Spread from 0.0 pips; commission up to USD 3.50 per lot per side | Separates much of the trading cost into commission |
| Zero | Spread from 0.0 pips; instrument-specific commission from USD 0.05 per lot per side | Zero-spread periods are conditional, not a promise of zero total cost |
Deposit facts that require live confirmation
Exness currently states that Standard and Standard Cent have low first-deposit requirements depending on payment method and geography, while professional accounts start from at least USD 200 depending on the region. The authoritative value for a Pakistan registration is the amount displayed when opening the account in the Personal Area. Subsequent deposit minimums depend on the selected payment method.
All-in cost test
| Input | How to compare |
|---|---|
| Spread | Observed opening spread × pip value × volume |
| Commission | Per-side rate × volume × both sides where applicable |
| Swap | Symbol direction rate × nights, including triple-swap schedule |
| Slippage allowance | Stress amount based on demo observations |
| Currency conversion | Cost when account, commission or P/L currency differs |
First-account selection route
- Choose one symbol and one realistic holding period.
- Check whether Standard Cent offers that symbol and platform in the region.
- Open available demo versions; Standard Cent demo is not offered.
- Record twenty demo entries at the same time windows.
- Calculate median spread, commission and swap.
- Select the account whose minimum exposure and complete cost fit the written risk limit.
- Confirm the Pakistan first-deposit requirement in the PA before funding.
Platform and suffix checks
The account platform selected at creation cannot be changed; create another account if MT4, MT5 or Exness platform is required. Symbol suffixes also identify conditions: Standard Cent commonly uses -c, Standard -m, and Zero may use -z. Always open the specification for the exact symbol shown in the terminal.
Official references
Exness account types · Account selection guidance · Current minimum-funding guidance · Symbol suffixes
Questions from a first-time learner
Which account is usually simplest for a beginner?
Standard offers a simple commission-free structure; Standard Cent can provide smaller exposure where available. Test suitability on demo and specifications.
Is a zero spread account free to trade?
No. Zero has instrument-specific commission, and spreads can rise during key periods.
Is the professional-account minimum always USD 200 in Pakistan?
It starts from at least USD 200 depending on regional requirements; use the live value shown in the Personal Area.
Can I change an account from MT4 to MT5?
No. Create another trading account with the required platform.