City Traders Imperium review (2026): what you pay, the rules, the payouts
Same yardstick as every other firm: published prices, published rules and customer ratings. City Traders Imperium scores 6.5 and places 6 of 22.
The short version
The short version on City Traders Imperium (CTI): a UK firm with 1- and 2-Step challenges, instant accounts and direct funding on MT5 and Match-Trader. What stands out: news trading is allowed.
Step 1: Can you join?
- ✓ Vietnam is not on City Traders Imperium's restricted list
- ✓ Pay by Card, Crypto, Bank Transfer, PayPal
Step 2: Pick a challenge
Step 3: Know the rules
- ✓ Weekend holding
- ✓ Copy trading
- ✓ News trading
- ~ Expert advisors (EAs)
- ~ Martingale
Step 4: Getting paid
- ✓ Keep up to 80% of profits
- ✓ Payouts: Monthly (first after 7 profitable days)
- ✓ Paid out by Crypto, Bank Transfer, PayPal
Score breakdown
Sits at 6 of 22 in our ranking. How the 6.5 breaks down:
Plus points and minus points
Pros
- Trustpilot 4.2
- News trading allowed
- No payout-blocking consistency rule
Cons
- Leverage capped at 1:30
- Instant accounts are expensive
- No group hedging or arbitrage
City Traders Imperium's challenges
| Program | Type | Sizes | From | Profit split |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Step Challenge | 1-Step | 2.5K–100K | $29 | 80% |
| 2-Step Challenge | 2-Step | 2.5K–100K | $39 | 80% |
| Instant Funding | Instant | 2.5K–80K | $79 | 50% |
| Direct Funding | Instant | 5K–80K | $229 | 70% |
List prices without coupons, checked 14 November 2026. They change often; confirm on the firm's site before you pay.
$100K options
| Program | Type | Price | Target | Daily loss | Max loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Step Challenge | 1-Step | $449 | 8% | None | 5% |
| 2-Step Challenge | 2-Step | $549 | 10% / 5% | 5% | 10% |
Platforms and payouts
City Traders Imperium vs alternatives
Quick answers
Consistency rule?
Not on payouts. Instant accounts use a 20% score for scaling only.
News trading?
Yes; only scalping right on the release is restricted.
What does City Traders Imperium charge for 100K?
City Traders Imperium's cheapest 100K with 80%+ split is 1-Step Challenge (1-step) at $449.
Can I sign up with City Traders Imperium from Vietnam?
Yes. Vietnam isn't on City Traders Imperium's restricted-country list right now. That can change, so recheck the terms when you register.