Remote proprietary trading has exploded in popularity across Germany in 2026, with thousands of local traders now earning funded accounts through online prop firms without ever leaving their home office.

Can You Trade Prop Firms from Germany?

Yes — all major prop firms listed on National PropDesk accept traders from Germany. Whether you're in Wilmington or a smaller town, as long as you have an internet connection and a valid ID, you can access funded trading accounts up to $2M+ in capital.

Top Cities for Remote Prop Trading in Germany

Best Prop Firms for Germany Traders

The5ers

💰 Split: 50-100%
📉 Max Drawdown: 5-10%
⚡ First Payout: N/A

Tradeify

💰 Split: 90/10
📉 Max Drawdown: 6%
⚡ First Payout: 24-48 hours

Lux Trading Firm

💰 Split: 75% (up to 80%)
📉 Max Drawdown: 6% (static)
⚡ First Payout: N/A

Apex Trader Funding

💰 Split: 100% first $25K, then 90%
📉 Max Drawdown: Trailing
⚡ First Payout: Bi-Monthly

FXIFY

💰 Split: Up to 90%
📉 Max Drawdown: 10%
⚡ First Payout: N/A

FundedNext

💰 Split: 80-95%
📉 Max Drawdown: 10%
⚡ First Payout: 14 Days

Remote Trading in Germany: Tax Considerations

Prop trading income in Germany is generally treated as self-employment income or capital gains depending on your trading frequency and structure. We strongly recommend consulting with a CPA familiar with trading income to optimize your tax position. Most prop firm payouts are issued as 1099 income in the US.

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