The GBH Markets Standard Account is built for new and intermediate traders who want a clean, straightforward entry into professional Forex and CFD trading. No per-lot commissions, no hidden charges — just competitive spreads and full platform access from a $100 deposit.
The Standard Account is GBH Markets' entry-level offering — designed to give traders of all backgrounds immediate access to 200+ instruments, four trading platforms, and institutional-grade execution without the complexity of commission structures.
Rather than charging a per-lot commission, the Standard Account builds its compensation into the spread — the difference between the bid and ask price. This makes cost calculation simple: you know exactly what you're paying before you place a trade, with no separate commission invoices or reconciliation.
Scalping, hedging, and Expert Advisors are all fully permitted on Standard accounts. The account is also fully compatible with Islamic (swap-free) trading upon request — making it one of the most accessible Sharia-compliant accounts available from a regulated MENA-focused broker.
Standard Account spreads include our compensation — no additional commission is charged. Spreads shown are typical under normal market conditions and may widen during high-impact events.
| Instrument | Category | Typical Spread | Commission | Max Leverage | Trading Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUR/USDLIVE | Forex Major | 1.0 pip | $0 | 500:1 | 24/5 |
| GBP/USD | Forex Major | 1.4 pips | $0 | 500:1 | 24/5 |
| USD/JPY | Forex Major | 1.2 pips | $0 | 500:1 | 24/5 |
| USD/AEDMENA | Forex — MENA | 1.8 pips | $0 | 200:1 | 24/5 |
| USD/SARMENA | Forex — MENA | 2.0 pips | $0 | 200:1 | 24/5 |
| XAU/USD (Gold)LIVE | Commodity | $0.35 | $0 | 200:1 | 24/5 |
| XAG/USD (Silver) | Commodity | $0.04 | $0 | 100:1 | 24/5 |
| WTI Crude Oil | Commodity | $0.05 | $0 | 100:1 | 24/5 |
| US30 (Dow Jones) | Index | 2.0 pts | $0 | 100:1 | Mon–Fri |
| US500 (S&P 500) | Index | 0.8 pts | $0 | 100:1 | Mon–Fri |
| BTC/USD | Crypto CFD | $80 | $0 | 10:1 | 24/7 |
| ETH/USD | Crypto CFD | $4.00 | $0 | 10:1 | 24/7 |
* Spreads are indicative and may widen during low liquidity periods, major economic releases, or market open/close. All Standard Account spreads include GBH Markets' compensation — no separate commission is charged.
The Standard Account is the right choice for most new and intermediate traders. Here's how it stacks up against our other tiers.
| Feature | Standard ★ | Pro | Prime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100 | $500 | $5,000 |
| Execution model | Market Maker | ECN / NDD | ECN / NDD |
| EUR/USD typical spread | From 1.0 pip | From 0.0 pip | From 0.0 pip |
| Commission per round turn | $0 — none | $6 per lot | $4 per lot |
| Max leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 | 500:1 |
| Requotes possible | Yes (rare) | None | None |
| All platforms (MT4/MT5/Web/App) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Islamic swap-free | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Scalping & hedging | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Expert Advisors | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dedicated account manager | — | ✓ | ✓ Priority |
| Free VPS hosting | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Max lot size | 50 lots | 100 lots | Unlimited |
| Negative balance protection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
The Standard Account is fully available as an Islamic swap-free account — with no overnight interest charges and no administrative fees replacing swaps. Activate by written declaration, processed within one business day.
The entire process is online and takes under 5 minutes from registration to funded account.
Deposit from $100 via your preferred payment method. No deposit fees charged by GBH Markets. Withdrawals processed to the same method as your deposit (AML compliance).
$100 minimum. Zero commission. Full access to 200+ instruments on MT4, MT5, WebTrader, and Mobile. Islamic swap-free available. FSC Mauritius regulated. Arabic support 24/5.