What You Need for the Application

What You Need - Application


You will need to provide the following information in the application:

Individual IRA
Everything from Individual column plus the following:		 Trust
Everything from Individual column plus the following:		 Joint
  • Social Security Number (SSN) or proof of ID number if not US citizen;
  • Your employer name, address and phone number;
  • Bank or 3rd party broker account numbers for funding purposes, plus routing number for check deposits.

Beneficiary info for individual:

  • Name;
  • Address;
  • Social Security Number.

Beneficiary info for entity estate:

  • Date of execution of will and % of ownership.

Beneficiary info for entity trust:

  • Contact info;
  • Name of trust;
  • Article of will;
  • % ownership;
  • Date of execution of trust or will.

Beneficiary info for entity charity:

  • Name of charity;
  • % ownership;
  • Address;
  • Date of execution of will.

For IRA beneficiaries:

  • Date of Birth;
  • Social Security Number or US Tax ID number if not US citizen.

Trustees and Beneficiaries:

  • Name;
  • Residential Address (if individual);
  • Principle Place of Business
  • Address (if entity);
  • Date of Birth;
  • Social Security Number or ID number if not US citizen.

Entity Trustees:

  • Tax ID;
  • Exchange and Symbol (For any Entity Trustee or Beneficiary that is publicly traded);
  • Name, Address and Social Security Numbers of Individual Beneficiaries;
  • % of ownership per beneficiary;
  • Between 1 and 5 Settlors/Grantors and the name of each individual or entity Settlor/Grantor.

Trusts:

  • Type of Trust;
  • Date the trust was established;
  • Tax or govt-issued ID number.

For Both Account Holders:

  • Name;
  • Address;
  • Date of Birth;
  • Social Security Number;
  • Employer;
  • Employer Address;
  • Bank or 3rd party broker account numbers for funding purposes, plus routing number for check deposits.


What You Need – Documents (Individual, Joint and IRA Applicants in the US)


In addition to the information that you will need to complete the application, you will be asked to provide additional documents.


US Residents

Interactive Brokers generally verifies the names and addresses of its US-resident applicants electronically. If we are unable to verify your identity electronically, you will be asked to provide additional documents.



What You Need – Documents (Trust Applicants in the US)


In addition to the information that you will need to complete the application, you will be asked to provide the documents listed below.


Documentation Required for Trust Applicants

If you are applying for a trust account, you should submit:


Document Category Acceptable Documents (only one document per category is needed)
Proof of Trustee Certification
  • Trustee Certification Form;
Proof of ID for Trustee or Proof of Existence for Trustee (Required ONLY if US Trust – Not Revocable)

If the Trustee is an Individual:

The document should be a valid document that clearly states the name and DOB, and is not in an editable format.

  • Passport
  • Driver's License
  • National ID Card
  • Other Government-Issued ID Card (i.e. US State ID Card, Visa, Alien Registration ID Card, Green Card, etc.)

If the Trustee is an Entity:

  • The document must be a valid, final version that clearly states the name of the firm, and is not in an editable format.
  • Business License
  • Certificate of Good Standing from the Jurisdiction of Incorporation
  • Company Charter
  • Bylaws
  • Operating Agreement, Partnership Agreement, or LLC Agreement
Proof of Trustee Address (Required ONLY if US Trust – Not Revocable)

The document should clearly state the name and address, and is not in an editable format.

  • Mortgage Statement*
  • Deed
  • Other Evidence of Property
  • Current Lease (Fully-Executed Copy)
  • Utility Bill*
  • Driver's License
  • Bank Statement, Bank-Issued Credit Card Statement or Bank-Issued Debit Card Statement or Signed Letter from Bank on Bank Letterhead Confirming Address*
    • Customer and bank must be from a country that is a member of the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (see http://www.fatf-gafi.org);
  • Brokerage Statement from a U.S.-Registered Broker Dealer or Foreign Affiliate of a U.S.-Registered Broker Dealer*
    • Customer must be from a country that is a member of the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (see http://www.fatf-gafi.org);
  • Current Homeowner's or Renter's Policy Documents or Riders
  • Current Bill for Homeowner's or Renter's Insurance Policy*
  • Security System Bill/Statement*
  • Government-Issued Letters or Government-Issued Statements establishing current address. (i.e. Tax Letters and notices; Letters or notices from government housing authorities; Jury duty notices; and/or Voter registration notices)

*Document should be less than 12 months old
Proof of ID for Grantor/Settlor or Proof of Existence for Grantor/Settlor (Required ONLY if US Trust – Revocable)

If the Grantor/Settlor is an Individual:

The document should be a valid document that clearly states the name and DOB, and is not in an editable format.

  • Passport
  • Driver's License
  • National ID Card
  • Other Government-Issued ID Card (i.e. US State ID Card, Visa, Alien Registration ID Card, Green Card, etc.)

If the Grantor/Settlor is an Entity:

The document must be a valid, final version that clearly states the name of the firm, and is not in an editable format.

  • Articles of incorporation;
  • Business License;
  • Certificate of Good Standing from the Jurisdiction of Incorporation;
  • Company Charter;
  • Bylaws;
  • Operating Agreement, Partnership Agreement, or LLC Agreement
Proof of Address for Grantor/Settlor (Required ONLY if US Trust – Revocable)

The document should clearly state the name and address, and is not in an editable format.

  • Mortgage Statement*
  • Deed
  • Other Evidence of Property
  • Current Lease (Fully-Executed Copy)
  • Utility Bill*
  • Driver's License
  • Bank Statement, Bank-Issued Credit Card Statement or Bank-Issued Debit Card Statement or Signed Letter from Bank on Bank Letterhead Confirming Address*
    • Customer and bank must be from a country that is a member of the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (see http://www.fatf-gafi.org);
  • Brokerage Statement from a U.S.-Registered Broker Dealer or Foreign Affiliate of a U.S.-Registered Broker Dealer*
    • Customer must be from a country that is a member of the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering (see http://www.fatf-gafi.org);
  • Current Homeowner's or Renter's Policy Documents or Riders
  • Current Bill for Homeowner's or Renter's Insurance Policy*
  • Security System Bill/Statement*
  • Government-Issued Letters or Government-Issued Statements establishing current address. (i.e. Tax Letters and notices; Letters or notices from government housing authorities; Jury duty notices; and/or Voter registration notices)

*Document should be less than 12 months old.


What You Need - Funding


You can fund your account in any of the following currencies, regardless of which base currency you select:

  • Australian Dollar
  • British Pound
  • Canadian Dollar
  • Chinese Offshore Renminbi
  • Czech Koruna
  • Danish Krone
  • Euro
  • Hong Kong Dollar
  • Hungarian Forint
  • Indian Rupee (Available to customers with Interactive Brokers (India) Pvt. Ltd. accounts only)
  • Israeli Shekel
  • Japanese Yen
  • Mexican Peso
  • Norwegian Krone
  • New Zealand Dollar
  • Polish Zloty
  • Singapore Dollar
  • Swedish Krona
  • Swiss Franc
  • United States Dollar

During the funding step in the account application, you will need to provide us with additional information, which varies depending on the funding method you choose.


Funding Method What You Need
Deposit Notifications: Notifications only and do not actually transfer money or positions. If you select one of these deposit methods, you are responsible for initiating the actual transfer of funds.
Wire Transfer
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Bank Name;
  • Bank Account Number (optional).
Bank ACH Transfer from Your Bank
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Bank Name.
Check
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Check Number;
  • Bank Routing Number;
  • Bank Account Number.
Online Bill Payment
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Bank Name.
Free of Payment (FOP)
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • CUSIP Number and Aggregate Face Value of each US Bond to transfer.
Instruct IB to contact your bank or broker to transfer funds and/or assets: If you select one of these methods, money and and/or positions are actually transferred.
Automatic Bank ACH Transfer
  • Bank Account Number;
  • Bank Account Type (Checking or Savings);
  • Bank's 9-digit routing number.
Automated Customer Account Transfer Service
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number.

In addition, for partial ACATS transfers:

  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock and/or US Mutual Fund to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • CUSIP Number and Aggregate Face Value of each US Bond to transfer;
  • Underlying Symbol, Number of Contracts, Position (long or short), Strike, Put or Call, and Expiration Date of each Option to transfer.
Account Transfer on Notification (ATON)
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number.

In addition, for partial ATON transfers:

  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock and/or Canadian Stock to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • Underlying Symbol, Number of Contracts, Position (long or short), Strike, Put or Call, and Expiration Date of each Option and/or Canadian Option to transfer.
US Futures Asset Transfer

From your Interactive Brokers Account Application:

  • Interactive Brokers Account ID;
  • User Name;
  • Account Title;
  • Address;
  • Social Security Number or Tax ID Number on Account;
  • Email Address.

From the account to be transferred to your Interactive Brokers account:

  • Name of Brokerage Firm Currently Holding Your Account;
  • Address;
  • City/State/Zip;
  • Account Owner Name(s);
  • Account Number.

In addition, for partial transfers:

  • Description and quantity of each asset to be transferred.
European Asset Transfer

From your Interactive Brokers Account Application:

  • Interactive Brokers Account ID;
  • User Name;
  • Account Title;
  • Account Type;
  • Address;
  • Social Security Number or Tax ID Number on Account (US residents only).

From the account to be transferred to your Interactive Brokers account:

  • Name of Bank/Brokerage Firm Currently Holding Your Account;
  • Address;
  • City/State/Zip;
  • Name of Contact Person at Bank/Broker;
  • Account Owner Name(s);
  • Account Number.

For partial transfers:

  • Symbol, Description, Quantity, and ISIN number of each asset to be transferred.
Asian Asset Transfer
  • Summary and country of origin/exchange of each asset to transfer.

What You Need - Application


You will need to provide the following information in the application:

Individual TFSA/RRSP/Spousal RRSP
Everything from Individual column plus the following:		 Trust Joint
  • Legal Name;
  • Residential Address;
  • Date of Birth;
  • Citizenship;
  • Country of Birth
  • Tax Residency and ID Number;
  • Employer Name and Address;
  • Information on Assets and Income;
  • Investment Objectives and Experience;
  • Bank Information or Third-Party Broker Account Numbers for Funding Purposes.
  • Information of Individual Beneficiary/Successor Holder
    • Legal Name;
    • Date of Birth;
    • Social Insurance Number;
    • Residential Address.
  • Information of Contributing Spouse (Applied to Spousal RRSP only)
    • Legal Name;
    • Date of Birth;
    • Social Insurance Number;
    • Residential Address.
    • Employer Name and Address
  • Information of Entity Beneficiary (Canadian Registered Charities)
    • Registration Number
    • Full Registration Name
  • Name of trust;
  • Address for the Trust;
  • Type of trust;
  • Date the trust was established;
  • Tax or government issued ID number;
  • Bank Information or Third-Party Broker Account Numbers for Funding Purposes.
  • Information of Grantor/settlor, Trustees and Beneficiaries (if Trustee or Beneficiary is an entity, information also required for the signatory):
    • Legal Name;
    • Residential Address.
    • Date of Birth;
    • Citizenship
    • Tax Residency and ID Number;
    • Information on assets and income;
    • Investment objective and experience;

For Both Account Holders

  • Legal Name;
  • Residential Address;
  • Date of Birth;
  • Citizenship;
  • Country of Birth
  • Tax Residency and ID Number;
  • Employer Name and Address;
  • Information on Assets and Income;
  • Investment Objectives and Experience;
  • Bank Information or Third-Party Broker Account Numbers for Funding Purposes.


What You Need – Documents (Individual and Joint Applicants in Canada)


Canadian Individuals

In addition to the information that you will need to complete the application, you will be asked to provide the documents listed below.


Interactive Brokers Canada, Inc. generally verifies the names and addresses of its Canadian-resident applicants electronically. If we are unable to verify your identity electronically, you will be asked to provide the following documents:


Proof of Identity and Date of Birth

The identity document must be currently valid; signed; and include the person's photograph, full name, date of birth and the expiration date. For this purpose, IBKR will accept ONE of the following documents:

  • Driver's License
  • Provincial Identity Card
  • Passport
  • Permanent Resident Card
Proof of Address:

The document must be less than 12 months old and show the account holder's full name and address. For this purpose, IBKR will accept ONE of the following documents:

  • Utility Bill (mobile phone bill also acceptable)
  • Registered Investment account statement (e.g. RRSP, TFSA, RRIF, RESP accounts)
  • Government Issued Documents (e.g. Canada Pension Plan Statement, Property Tax Statement, Vehicle registration)
  • Insurance Documents (e.g. Home, Auto, Life Insurance)
  • School Transcript / Document (The transcript or document must contain a unique reference number and this option is acceptable for currently enrolled student only.)


What You Need – Documents (Trust Applicants in Canada)


Trust Document
  • Copies of pages of the trust document that provide the full name of the trust, grantors, trustees, and all signature pages.
Proof Identity and Date of Birth for Trustee, Beneficiary and Grantor/Settlor

The identity document must be currently valid; signed; and include the person's photograph, full name, date of birth and the expiration date. For this purpose, IBKR will accept ONE of the following documents:

  • Driver's License
  • Provincial Identity Card
  • Passport
  • Permanent Resident Card

** Birth Certificate is acceptable for underage beneficiary

** Death Certificate is required for deceased grantor/settlor
Proof of Address for Trustee, Beneficiary and Grantor/Settlor

The document must be less than 12 months old and show the account holder's full name and address. For this purpose, IBKR will accept ONE of the following documents:

  • Utility Bill (mobile phone bill also acceptable)
  • Registered Investment account statement (e.g. RRSP, TFSA, RRIF, RESP accounts)
  • Government Issued Documents (e.g. Canada Pension Plan Statement, Property Tax Statement, Vehicle registration)
  • Insurance Documents (e.g. Home, Auto, Life Insurance)
  • School Transcript / Document (The transcript or document must contain a unique reference number and this option is acceptable for currently enrolled student only.)

** Document waived for underage beneficiary & deceased grantor/settlor


What You Need - Funding


Funding Method What You Need
Deposit Notifications: Notifications only and do not actually transfer money or positions. If you select one of these deposit methods, you are responsible for initiating the actual transfer of funds.
Wire Transfer
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Bank Name;
  • Bank Account Number (optional).
Online Bill Payment
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Bank Name;
  • Bank Account Number (optional).
Free of Payment (FOP)
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • CUSIP Number and Aggregate Face Value of each US Bond to transfer.
Instruct IB to contact your bank or broker to transfer funds and/or assets: If you select one of these methods, money and and/or positions are actually transferred.
Connect your Bank Account via Electronic Fund Transfer
  • Bank Account Number;
  • Bank Account Type (Checking or Savings);
  • Bank’s Institution Number
  • Branch’s Transit Number
Automated Customer Account Transfer Service
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number;
  • Tax ID Number on Account;

In addition, for partial ACATS transfers:

  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock and/or US Mutual Fund to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • CUSIP Number and Aggregate Face Value of each US Bond to transfer;
  • Underlying Symbol, Number of Contracts, Position (long or short), Strike, Put or Call, and Expiration Date of each Option to transfer.
Account Transfer on Notification (ATON)
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number.

In addition, for partial ATON transfers:

  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock and/or Canadian Stock to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • Underlying Symbol, Number of Contracts, Position (long or short), Strike, Put or Call, and Expiration Date of each Option and/or Canadian Option to transfer.
US Futures Asset Transfer

Futures Transfer Form

From your Interactive Brokers Account Application:

  • Interactive Brokers Account ID;
  • User Name;
  • Account Title;
  • Address;
  • Social Security Number or Tax ID Number on Account;
  • Email Address.

From the account to be transferred to your Interactive Brokers account:

  • Name of Brokerage Firm Currently Holding Your Account;
  • Address;
  • City/State/Zip;
  • Account Owner Name(s);
  • Account Number.

In addition, for partial transfers:

  • Description and quantity of each asset to be transferred.
European Asset Transfer

From your Interactive Brokers Account Application:

  • Interactive Brokers Account ID;
  • User Name;
  • Account Title;
  • Account Type;
  • Address;
  • Social Security Number or Tax ID Number on Account (US residents only).

From the account to be transferred to your Interactive Brokers account:

  • Name of Bank/Brokerage Firm Currently Holding Your Account;
  • Address;
  • City/State/Zip;
  • Name of Contact Person at Bank/Broker;
  • Account Owner Name(s);
  • Account Number.

For partial transfers:

  • Symbol, Description, Quantity, and ISIN number of each asset to be transferred.
Asian Asset Transfer
  • Summary and country of origin/exchange of each asset to transfer.

What You Need - Application

You will need to provide this information for both holders of a Joint Account.
  • Full Name;
  • Residential Address;
  • Date and Country of Birth;
  • Citizenship;
  • Tax Residency & Tax Identification Number;
  • Employer's name and address;
  • Information on assets and income;
  • Information on source of wealth and funds*;
  • Investment objectives and experience;

Notes:



What You Need – Documents (Individual)


In addition to the information that you will need to complete the application, you will be asked to provide the documents listed below.


Document Category Acceptable Documents (only one document per category is needed)
Proof of Identity of the Account Holder

Please provide a current and valid document (or documents) that contains the following: full name, date and place of birth, clear photograph, signature of the holder, document number, expiration date, and country of issue. If the information required is on multiple pages, please provide copies of all of those pages.
  • Passport
  • National Identity Card
  • Driver’s License
Proof of Residential Address of the Account Holder

The document must clearly list the applicant's name and the relevant address and must be less than six months old unless otherwise specified.
  • Bank brokerage statement
  • Signed and stamped letter from your bank on the bank’s letterhead
  • Government issued letters
    For example, we would accept a property tax bill, confirmation of residential address from the local authorities or a pension statement. Must be on official government letterheaded paper.
  • Resident permit
  • Driver’s license or national identity card
  • For HUNGARY only: ADDRESS CARD which shows the current residential address.

Notes:

  • To expedite the application process please provide a SCANNED image of your document. Photographs taken with cameras or smartphones can delay your account approval.

Glossary of Terms:

Source of Wealth: describes the origin of your financial standing or your total net worth. For example: inheritance, total accumulated assets or family wealth.

Source of Funds: describes the activity from which the funds have been generated to fund the account. Those activities may include details of employment, performance incentives such as bonus or business activities or sale of property.



What You Need - Funding


During the funding step in the account application, you will need to provide us with additional information, which varies depending on the funding method you choose.


Funding Method What You Need
Deposit Notifications: Notifications only and do not actually transfer money or positions. If you select one of these deposit methods, you are responsible for initiating the actual transfer of funds.
Wire Transfer/SEPA
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Bank Name;
  • Bank Account Number (optional).
Bank ACH Transfer from Your Bank
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Bank Name.
Check
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Check Number;
  • Bank Routing Number;
  • Bank Account Number.
Online Bill Payment
  • Amount of intended deposit;
  • Bank Name.
Free of Payment (FOP) of US Securities
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • CUSIP Number and Aggregate Face Value of each US Bond to transfer.
Instruct IB to contact your bank or broker to transfer funds and/or assets: If you select one of these methods, money and and/or positions are actually transferred.
Automated Customer Account Transfer Service (ACAT)
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number.

In addition, for partial ACATS transfers:

  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock and/or US Mutual Fund to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • CUSIP Number and Aggregate Face Value of each US Bond to transfer;
  • Underlying Symbol, Number of Contracts, Position (long or short), Strike, Put or Call, and Expiration Date of each Option to transfer.
Account Transfer on Notification (ATON)
  • Name of Third-Party Bank or Broker;
  • Third-Party Bank or Broker Account Number.

In addition, for partial ATON transfers:

  • Symbol, Number of Shares, and Exchange (optional) of each Stock and/or Canadian Stock to transfer;
  • Symbol, Number of Shares, Strike (optional), Put/Call (optional), and Expiration Date (optional) of each Warrant to transfer;
  • Underlying Symbol, Number of Contracts, Position (long or short), Strike, Put or Call, and Expiration Date of each Option and/or Canadian Option to transfer.
Free of Payment (FOP) of Global Securities

From your Interactive Brokers Account Application:

  • Interactive Brokers Account ID;
  • User Name;
  • Account Title;
  • Account Type;
  • Address;
  • Social Security Number or Tax ID Number on Account (US residents only).

From the account to be transferred to your Interactive Brokers account:

  • Name of Bank/Brokerage Firm Currently Holding Your Account;
  • Address;
  • City/State/Zip;
  • Name of Contact Person at Bank/Broker;
  • Account Owner Name(s);
  • Account Number.

For partial transfers:

  • Symbol, Description, Quantity, and ISIN number of each asset to be transferred.

What You Need - Application


You will need to provide the following information in the application:

Individual Joint
  • Name;
  • Address;
  • Date of Birth;
  • Citizenship;
  • Tax Residency;
  • Passport or Identity Card Number;
  • Employer name and address;
  • Information on assets and income;
  • Investment objectives and experience;
  • Bank or 3rd party broker account numbers for funding purposes

For Both Account Holders:

  • Name;
  • Address;
  • Date of Birth;
  • Citizenship;
  • Tax Residency;
  • Passport or Identity Card Number;
  • Employer name and address;
  • Information on assets and income;
  • Investment objectives and experience;
  • Bank or 3rd party broker account numbers for funding purposes.

*You must have a joint bank or brokerage account for withdrawal purposes.


What You Need – Documents (Individual and Joint Applicants in China)


Residents of China