Are IBKR Lite or IBKR Pro available in Canada?

If you live in Canada, you can open an IBKR Pro account but not an IBKR Lite account. IBKR Lite is designed for casual investors and offers commission-free US stocks and ETF trading. IBKR Pro is designed for experienced traders and offers access to WebTrader, which comes with advanced, customizable trading tools and market data.

What is IMPACT by Interactive Brokers?

IMPACT by Interactive Brokers is a mobile trading app that lets you focus your investments on ESG (environmental, social, and governance) factors. Invest in what matters to you by selecting from among the 13 impact values, screening stocks to avoid certain practices (like animal testing) and donating to charities.

What payment methods can I use to deposit funds into my account?

In Canada, you can deposit funds into your Interactive Brokers account via electronic funds transfer (EFT), wire transfer or online bill payment.

Can I trade stocks outside Canada and the US through Interactive Brokers?

Yes, through Interactive Brokers, you can access around 200 exchanges in nearly 40 countries.

Which AI chatbot connections does Interactive Brokers support?

You can integrate your Interactive Brokers account with any MCP-compatible AI tool or connect to chatbots via certified connector marketplaces. Connections include (but aren't limited to) ChatGPT, Claude, Claude Code, Grok, Cursor, Perplexity and Windsurf.

How do I close my Interactive Brokers account?

To close your Interactive Brokers account, login and go to Settings. Under Account configuration, select Close account. You'll have to transfer funds and assets out of your account and cancel your market data and research subscriptions before the process can be completed.