ASIC — Australia
Interactive Brokers Hong Kong Limited
Regulated
Interactive Brokers Review — Overview
Regulation
Tier-1 regulated
Licence
ASIC • FCA
Licence status
Regulated
Platforms
IBKR GlobalTrader (Mobile), Client Portal (Web), IBKR Desktop +5 more
Max. leverage
1:400
Instruments
150 markets, stocks, ETFs, options
Typical spread
From 0.1 pips
Operating
Est. 1978
Main market
US
Entity
Interactive Brokers Hong Kong Limited
Website
Unknown
Interactive Brokers is a forex & CFD broker based in Australia, established in 1978. On Trust Broker Hub it holds a Trust Score of 9.5 out of 10, which we rate as Good — above the industry average of 3.3/10. Solid, well-regulated profile suitable for most traders.
Crucially, Interactive Brokers is regulated by ASIC, FCA, FSA, SFC and CIRO, including at least one tier-1 regulator. Tier-1 regulation is the strongest sign of legitimacy: it normally requires segregated client funds, regular audits and access to a compensation scheme if the broker fails — meaningful protection for your money.
Interactive Brokers provides access to 150 markets, stocks, ETFs, options. Published conditions include leverage up to 1:400. No complaints are currently on record. Overall, Interactive Brokers looks like a credible option — but always verify the licence yourself and start with a small amount.
Trust score breakdown
How is this calculated?Trust Score history
Interactive Brokers currently scores 9.5/10. The trend line will build here as the Trust Score is re-evaluated over time.
Pros
- Regulated by a tier-1 authority
- No unresolved complaints on record
- Listed in our verified broker directory
Cons
- Always verify the licence directly before depositing
Regulation
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
FCA — United Kingdom
Interactive Brokers Hong Kong Limited
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
FSA — Australia
Interactive Brokers Hong Kong Limited
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
SFC — Hong Kong
Interactive Brokers Hong Kong Limited
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
CIRO — Canada
Interactive Brokers Hong Kong Limited
Licence
Tier 1 · Top
Verified
Offshore (tier-3) regulators typically have lower capital requirements and no compensation scheme. Funds may not be protected if the broker fails.
Trading conditions
| Instruments | 150 markets, stocks, ETFs, options, futures, spot currencies, bonds, mutual funds |
| Minimum deposit | $0 |
| Maximum leverage | 1:400 |
| Typical spread | From 0.1 pips |
| Platforms | IBKR GlobalTrader (Mobile), Client Portal (Web), IBKR Desktop, IBKR Mobile, Trader Workstation (TWS) (Desktop), IBKR APIs (Desktop), IBKR ForecastTrader (Web), IMPACT (Mobile) |
| Demo account | ✅ |
We mark unverified fields as “Not disclosed” rather than estimate them.
Our verdict on Interactive Brokers
Our analysis · editorial
9.5/10
Established and well-regulated
Interactive Brokers holds a tier-1 regulatory licence among its 5 registrations (ASIC, FCA, FSA, SFC). Based in Australia, it has been operating for about 48 years. We have no complaints on record against it. Weighing regulation, track record and complaint history, our Trust Score is 9.5/10 — a strong, low-risk profile.
Strengths
- Authorised by a tier-1 regulator (ASIC, FCA, FSA, SFC)
- Holds 5 regulatory licences across multiple jurisdictions
- Long 48-year operating track record
- No complaints on record with us
- Supports IBKR GlobalTrader (Mobile) & Client Portal (Web) trading
Watch-outs
- Always confirm the licensed entity covers traders in your country
Bottom line: Suitable for most traders — still verify it is licensed to serve your country before depositing.
This is Trust Broker Hub's data-driven editorial assessment — not a user review. It is generated automatically from regulation, licensing, company age and complaint records, and updates as those change.
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Complaints & alerts
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Full specifications
Regulated region
Australia
Operating period
20+ years
Main market
US
License status
Regulated
Instruments
150 markets, stocks, ETFs, options, futures, spot currencies, bonds, mutual funds
Year founded
1978
Frequently asked
Is Interactive Brokers a safe broker?
Interactive Brokers scores 9.5 / 10 on our Trust Score, above the 3.3 industry average. It holds tier-1 regulation, which offers strong investor protection. It has no complaints on record. Trade only with funds you can afford to lose.
How is the Interactive Brokers trust score calculated?
The score weighs five factors: regulation tier, transparency of disclosures, operating footprint, user sentiment, and complaint history. Each is scored out of 10 and combined into the overall figure shown at the top. Read our methodology.
What does "offshore regulated" mean?
It means the broker's licence comes from a jurisdiction with lighter requirements than tier-1 regulators like the FCA or ASIC. There's usually no compensation scheme, so recovering funds can be difficult if the broker fails.
Can I withdraw funds easily from Interactive Brokers?
Interactive Brokers publishes some trading terms, but always confirm withdrawal fees directly. Test with a small amount first and document every transaction.