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Bay Street Trading welcomes international traders from over 50 countries worldwide. Applicants must be 18 years or older, have a demonstrated track record of trading US equities, and be legally able to enter into trading agreements in their country of residence. We look for traders with proven experience and a sound understanding of market risks.

You'll need to provide: 1) A government-issued ID (passport, national ID, or driver's license), 2) Proof of address (utility bill or bank statement dated within 3 months), 3) Documentation of your trading history (brokerage statements or trade logs showing your performance), and 4) Your tax identification number for compliance purposes. All documents must be valid and clearly readable.

The initial application review typically takes 24-48 hours. Once approved, the account verification and documentation process usually takes an additional 2-5 business days depending on the complexity of your application and the completeness of your documentation. In total, most traders are fully onboarded and ready to trade within 5-7 business days.

We provide access to Takion Technologies, our flagship order management system (OMS). Takion delivers institutional-grade execution speed, real-time market data, advanced order routing, and comprehensive trade management tools. It's designed for professional traders who need reliable, fast execution on US equity markets.

As a Bay Street Trading trader, you'll have direct access to trade on major US exchanges including the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), NASDAQ, and AMEX. We focus on US equities, giving you access to thousands of stocks, ETFs, and other equity instruments traded on these exchanges.

Traders keep a significant portion of the profits they generate. Your specific profit split depends on your experience level and trading performance. The more consistently profitable you are, the higher your share becomes. Profits are paid out directly to you on a regular schedule, with transparent reporting of all trading activity.

While we don't impose rigid minimum trading requirements, we expect active participation in the markets. Consistent trading activity helps demonstrate your skills and commitment to the program. However, we understand that market conditions vary, and we focus on quality trades rather than just volume.

Traders can access up to 25:1 leverage on trading gains earned and left up at the firm to grow your trading size. This allows you to amplify your trading positions and maximize your market exposure. Leverage levels may be adjusted based on your trading experience and risk profile.

There is no cost to apply, and there are no monthly platform fees for approved traders. Our business model is based on sharing in the profits you generate. You'll only pay standard market data fees if you require premium data packages. The application is free with no commitment required.

Our expert support team is available during US market hours (24/5) to assist you with any trading platform issues, account questions, or market-related inquiries. You can reach us via email at [email protected] or by phone at 312-356-4400. We also provide dedicated account managers for high-performing traders.