Funding traders since 2018
The Prop Firm That’s
Paid Out Traders For
8 Years
Reviewed on
$4m
Scaling TO
100%
Profit share
8 years
Paying out
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Funding Program
All Funding Programs Include Access to CTI Academy
Funded, rewarded
Built For Traders,
Proven Worldwide
178+
Countries reached
8HR
Average payout time
Built different
Why Funded Traders
Choose CTI
Since 2018
CTI has funded traders since 2018, longer than most prop
firms in the industry.
Anytime Payout
CTI funded traders who reach the Silver level of the VIP
program unlock on demand payouts, any day of the week, with
no fixed schedule and no minimum trading days required.
Free Built-In Trading Tools
Every funded account includes CTI Academy, Account Metrics,
Account Analysis, a Trading Journal, Risk Calculators, an
Economic Calendar, a Personal Wallet, Direct Payouts, and an
Affiliate Portal. Traders get a full suite of professional
tools without paying extra for any of them.
24/7 Support
Traders can reach live chat, email, or Discord support at
any hour, with real people covering every major trading
session from Sydney and Tokyo to London and New York.
Trader-friendly rules
News trading is permitted with no time-window restrictions,
and positions can be held over the weekend or overnight on
every funding program. Algorithmic and EA trading are fully
supported, giving traders the freedom to trade their own
strategy without added limits.
Balance-based drawdown
Drawdown is calculated from account balance, not equity,
giving traders room to let a good trade play out instead of
getting stopped out early.
Trusted by traders worldwide
Funded Trader Testimonials
Real payouts, verified reviews, all on Trustpilot.
Trade on what you already know
Trading Platforms
Forex
Commodities
Indices
Crypto
Powered by reliable in-house infrastructure
and an intuitive dashboard.
and an intuitive dashboard.
MetaTrader 5
Match-Trader
Simple process
How Getting Funded Works
1
Pick your program
Choose the funding program that fits your trading style
and start your journey to become a funded trader. Every
program includes access to CTI Academy.
2
Pass the challenge
Hit your trading objectives on your own schedule, and
get funded.
3
Get rewarded
Once you’re funded, request your rewards on demand,
paid within 24 hours.
Loyalty Program
CTI VIP Program
Climb the ranks, earn more profit share, more frequently
and more perks, at no extra cost.
Bronze Trader
Silver Trader
Gold Trader
CTI Academy
All Funding Programs Include Access to CTI Academy that
will help you on your journey to become a funded trader.
Zero to Trader
39 lessons
The foundation of CTI Academy. Understand how prop trading
works, learn the key industry terms, and take your first
confident steps as a prop trader.
Learn Strategies
223 lessons
Master the markets with our two core strategies: STT and
Bank Level Trading. Designed to sharpen your chart reading
skills and transform how you trade.
Trading Psychology Blueprint
40 lessons
Develop the mental and behavioral edge that separates funded
traders from those still chasing the challenge. Master the
mindset that makes the difference.
Performance Coaching
1:1 & group
Dedicated 1-on-1 or group sessions with performance coach
Daniel Martin to analyze your trades, sharpen your
strategy, and accelerate your growth.
CTI Academy access
1-on-1 coaching
Trader discussions
Payout proof
24/7 support
+28,000 Members
Payout certificate
Trevor
+$17,400.00
Payout certificate
Nico
+$19,650.00
Payout certificate
Arnont
+$21,384.40
Payout certificate
Niraj
+$22,636.35
Payout certificate
Ryan
+$30,635.30
Trading Community
Trading is easier with the right people around you. Get real-time trade discussions, payout proof, and 24/7 support
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FAQs
Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
24/7
Support availability
9 min
Avg. response time
Is City Traders Imperium legit?
Yes. CTI has been funding traders since 2018, with 8 years
of uninterrupted payouts across over 178 countries. We are
independently reviewed on Trustpilot, Google, and Prop
Firm Match, and every payout request is processed within
24 hours of approval.
Why choose CTI?
CTI has been paying funded traders since 2018, one of the
longest track records in the industry. All our programs
are made by traders, for traders, and they are the most
trader-friendly in the industry. Every program includes
balance-based drawdown, no time limits, payouts any day
including weekends, scaling up to $4M, and CTI Academy.
Will I actually get paid if I pass?
Yes. CTI has been paying funded traders continuously since
2018. Payouts are approved and processed within 24 hours
of your request. We pay via bank transfer or Direct
Crypto. CTI has made 8 years of uninterrupted payouts to
traders in over 178 countries.
I’ve failed at other prop firms. Will I pass at CTI?
Most traders fail because the rules force them to trade
against their natural style, not because their strategy
is bad. CTI is different. We use balance-based drawdown,
not equity, so one bad trade won’t wipe you out. There
are no time limits and no hidden consistency rules. You
can trade the news and hold trades over the weekend.
What if I don’t have a tested strategy yet?
Yes. Every paid program includes the full CTI Academy
library. It has hundreds of videos covering how prop
trading works and proven trading strategies, so you can
build a strategy from scratch. If you already have a
strategy, our 1-on-1 coaching helps you improve it and
increases your chances of passing and getting funded.
Can I try CTI before I pay?
Yes. You can try CTI with a free trial account, no card
required. You get full platform access on MT5 or Match
Trader, plus direct access to our support team. This lets
you test CTI before you commit.
Which countries are restricted from using CTI?
CTI does not offer services to residents of North Korea,
Iran, Syria, Cuba, or Russia, or to anyone under
international sanctions. Outside of these jurisdictions,
traders from over 178 countries can access CTI funding
programs. Full details are in our
Terms and Conditions.
Does CTI offer discount codes?
CTI occasionally runs limited time promotions on funding
programs. The safest way to get a valid code is directly
from our official website or verified social channels.
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