- Licensed entity
- Interactive Brokers Australia Pty Ltd
- Licence no.
- AFSL 453554
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
Interactive Brokers
Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. · Greenwich, Connecticut, USA
Nasdaq-listed broker offering direct access to 150+ markets, with low-cost forex and professional-grade tools.
10.0out of 10
No regulator alerts against Interactive Brokers on file.
We searched the IOSCO international alerts database on 12 Oct 2026.
Licences (7)
- Licensed entity
- Interactive Brokers Ireland Limited
- Licence no.
- Not stated
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Interactive Brokers Canada Inc.
- Licence no.
- Not stated
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Interactive Brokers (U.K.) Limited
- Licence no.
- FRN 208159
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Interactive Brokers Singapore Pte. Ltd.
- Licence no.
- CMS100917
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Interactive Brokers LLC
- Licence no.
- Not stated
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
- Licensed entity
- Interactive Brokers Hong Kong Limited
- Licence no.
- Not stated
Listed on the broker's own website · SourceCheck register ↗
The broker also reports licences from NFA / CFTC. We haven't checked these yet, so they aren't in the score.
Which company you sign up with depends on where you live. Your protections (compensation scheme, leverage limits, negative balance protection) come from that company's regulator.
Score breakdown
Weighted total: 10.0 / 10, ranked #1 of 30. How we score
- Regulation strength: Based on the strongest regulator licensing the broker, plus extra tier-1 and tier-2 licences.
- Licence status: Whether any licence has been revoked or has expired.
- Track record: Years in business: 0.5 points per year, up to 10.
- Transparency: Publicly listed parent, licences disclosed, head office published, client money segregated.
- Regulator alerts: Deductions for regulator alerts against the broker's own companies or websites.
Regulator alerts (0)
No alerts against Interactive Brokers's own companies or websites in the IOSCO database.
Scam sites impersonating Interactive Brokers
These alerts are about fraudsters copying the broker's name. They don't count against its score. Always check the website address before you log in or deposit.
- INTERACTIVE BROKERS GROUP (CLON) (interactivebrokersgroup.com): CNMV, 14 Apr 2026 · source
Overview
Interactive Brokers is a Nasdaq-listed US broker offering access to stocks, options, futures, forex, bonds and funds on 150+ markets from a single account. Group companies are regulated in the US (SEC, CFTC), UK (FCA), Ireland (Central Bank of Ireland), Australia (ASIC), Singapore (MAS), Hong Kong (SFC) and Canada (CIRO). Its Trader Workstation platform is powerful but has a steep learning curve.
Who it suits: Active multi-asset investors and professionals who want low costs and broad market access, and can handle a complex platform.
Company information
Trading conditions
Pros & cons
Pros
- Listed company regulated in every major market
- Direct access to 150+ markets from one account
- Low forex costs (tight spreads plus commission)
- Stocks, options, futures, bonds and forex together
- Accepts US clients
Cons
- Trader Workstation has a steep learning curve
- Account approval can take longer
- Customer service slower than retail-focused brokers
Frequently asked questions
Is Interactive Brokers regulated?
Yes. Interactive Brokers companies hold licences from ASIC, CBI, CIRO, FCA, MAS, SEC / FINRA, SFC (7 licences in our database). Your protection depends on which Interactive Brokers company you open an account with, so check that company on the regulator's register before you deposit.
Is Interactive Brokers safe?
Interactive Brokers has a score of 10.0/10, and we found no regulator alerts against its own companies or websites in the IOSCO database. No broker is risk-free: leveraged CFDs can lose you money quickly.
Which Interactive Brokers company will I open an account with?
It depends on where you live. The companies in our database are: Interactive Brokers LLC (SEC / FINRA, United States); Interactive Brokers (U.K.) Limited (FCA, United Kingdom); Interactive Brokers Ireland Limited (CBI, Ireland); Interactive Brokers Australia Pty Ltd (ASIC, Australia); Interactive Brokers Singapore Pte. Ltd. (MAS, Singapore); Interactive Brokers Hong Kong Limited (SFC, Hong Kong); Interactive Brokers Canada Inc. (CIRO, Canada). Clients outside the UK, EU and Australia are often onboarded to an offshore company with weaker protection.
Does Interactive Brokers accept US clients?
Yes, Interactive Brokers accepts US clients through its US-regulated company.
What's the minimum deposit and maximum leverage at Interactive Brokers?
Minimum deposit: $0. Maximum leverage: Margin rules vary by entity; 30:1 forex retail (UK / EU).
Which platforms does Interactive Brokers offer?
Trader Workstation (TWS), IBKR Mobile, Client Portal, IBKR API.
CFDs are complex instruments and carry a high risk of losing money quickly because of leverage. Most retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. Make sure you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Licence data checked 12 Oct 2026. Details can change; always confirm on the regulator's register.