Slay Markets accepts account applications from eligible non-U.S. residents whose country of residence is not on the Slay Markets restricted list. The international account-opening process is the same as for U.S. applicants, with two additions: non-U.S. clients must complete a W-8BEN (Certificate of Foreign Status) form for tax purposes, and they typically fund via wire transfer or SEPA rather than ACH. Email support@slaymarkets.com to confirm your country's eligibility before applying.
This article covers additional requirements and guidance for clients applying to Slay Markets from outside the United States.
Which countries can open a Slay Markets account from outside the U.S.?
Slay Markets accepts applications from clients outside the United States whose country of residence is not on the Slay Markets restricted list. Eligibility depends on your country of residence, so confirm yours before you start an application.
Do not begin a Slay Markets application if you are unsure whether your country is eligible. Email support@slaymarkets.com to confirm international eligibility before applying.
What documents do international applicants need to open a Slay Markets account?
International applicants to Slay Markets provide the same standard documents as U.S. applicants — a government-issued photo ID and a separate address verification document — plus one form unique to non-U.S. clients: a W-8BEN (Certificate of Foreign Status). The three documents an international applicant must provide are:
Government-issued photo ID (for example, passport or national ID card).
Address verification document showing your current residential address outside the U.S., dated within the last 90 days.
W-8BEN form certifying your status as a non-U.S. person for tax purposes (completed during the online application).
For full details on the standard documents required of every applicant, see What Documents Do I Need to Open an Account?
What is the W-8BEN form and who needs to complete it?
The W-8BEN is a U.S. IRS form that certifies you are not a U.S. person for tax purposes. Every non-U.S. individual who applies for a Slay Markets account must complete a W-8BEN. U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents are not required to submit one, even if they live abroad. Completing the W-8BEN:
Establishes your status as a foreign person for U.S. tax withholding purposes.
Allows Slay Markets to apply the correct withholding treatment (if any) to your account.
May allow a reduced withholding rate if your country has a tax treaty with the United States.
The W-8BEN is completed during the Slay Markets online application. A W-8BEN is valid for 3 years and must be renewed before it expires; it is your responsibility to submit a new W-8BEN before the current one expires.
What address document does an international applicant need?
Your Slay Markets address verification document must show your current residential address outside the U.S. The accepted documents are the same as for U.S. applicants — a utility bill, bank statement, or lease dated within the last 90 days — provided the document is in your name and shows your current address.
Documents in a language other than English may be accepted with a certified translation. Slay Markets generally accepts onboarding documents in languages that use the Latin alphabet. Every document is still reviewed case by case, and in some cases a professionally translated and certified document may be requested.
Does the U.S. tax futures gains for non-U.S. residents?
U.S. tax law generally does not subject non-resident aliens to U.S. income tax on gains from regulated futures contracts traded on U.S. exchanges. This means a non-U.S. resident trading futures at Slay Markets is generally not taxed by the United States on those futures gains. This is general information only and is not tax advice — consult a tax professional about your situation.
Will my home country tax my Slay Markets futures income?
The tax treatment of futures trading income for non-U.S. residents varies significantly by country, and your home country may tax your Slay Markets futures trading income. This article provides general information only and is not tax advice; consult a qualified tax professional in your home country to confirm how your futures income is taxed.
What is FATCA reporting for non-U.S. Slay Markets clients?
Slay Markets is required to report certain payments to non-U.S. clients in accordance with FATCA (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) rules. This reporting requirement applies automatically to international accounts and is one reason the W-8BEN is collected during the application. This is general information only and is not tax advice.
How do I fund a Slay Markets account from outside the U.S.?
International Slay Markets clients typically fund their accounts by wire transfer or SEPA, because ACH funding is only available for U.S. bank accounts. Wire transfer is available from most international banks; SEPA is available only for clients with EUR-denominated accounts in eligible European countries; ACH is not available for non-U.S. bank accounts. To send an international wire, use the wire instructions shown in your Slay Markets Account Dashboard — those are the only official wire instructions — and include your Slay Markets account number in the wire memo or reference field so the deposit is not delayed. The funding methods available to international clients are:
Wire transfer: available from most international banks; include your Slay Markets account number in the memo. See How to Deposit Funds for the official wire instructions.
SEPA transfer: available only for clients with EUR-denominated accounts in eligible European countries.
ACH: not available for non-U.S. bank accounts (ACH requires a U.S. bank account).
What language is Slay Markets support available in?
Slay Markets support is available in English only at this time. International clients can email support@slaymarkets.com — replies within 1 business day. For full contact details and hours, see How to Contact Slay Markets Support.
Frequently asked questions about international applications
Q: I am a U.S. citizen living abroad. Which form do I complete?
A: U.S. citizens complete the standard Slay Markets account application and are not required to submit a W-8BEN — regardless of their country of residence. You may be asked to provide documentation confirming your U.S. citizen or permanent resident status if your address is outside the U.S.
Q: My W-8BEN has expired. What do I need to do?
A: A W-8BEN expires after 3 years (or sooner if there is a change in your circumstances). To renew before it expires, email support@slaymarkets.com to complete a new form. Failure to renew may result in withholding treatment changes on your account.
Q: Can I fund my Slay Markets account with ACH from a bank outside the U.S.?
A: No. ACH is not available for non-U.S. bank accounts because ACH requires a U.S. bank account. International clients fund by wire transfer (available from most international banks) or, for EUR-denominated accounts in eligible European countries, by SEPA transfer.
Q: Can I open a Slay Markets account from any country?
A: Not from every country. Slay Markets accepts applications from eligible non-U.S. residents whose country of residence is not on the Slay Markets restricted list. Email support@slaymarkets.com to confirm your country's eligibility before you start an application.
Summary: opening a Slay Markets account as an international applicant
International applicants to Slay Markets follow the same account-opening process as U.S. clients but must also complete a W-8BEN form and provide an address document showing a current residential address outside the U.S. Confirm your country's eligibility with support before applying, since clients from countries on the restricted list cannot open an account. International clients fund their accounts by wire transfer or, for eligible EUR-denominated European accounts, by SEPA — ACH is U.S.-bank only. Slay Markets support is provided in English.
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