Interactive Brokers Minimum Deposit for Singapore Traders 2026

The exact Interactive Brokers minimum deposit requirement and what leverage Singapore traders get.

Minimum Deposit$0
Max Leverage in Singapore1:20
RegulatorMAS MAS — 200208570R
Regulated EntityInteractive Brokers Singapore Pte Ltd
EUR/USD SpreadFrom 0.2 pips

How to start

  1. Create your Interactive Brokers account from Singapore
  2. Deposit the minimum $0 via card, bank transfer, or e-wallet
  3. Account falls under MAS regulation — max leverage 1:20
  4. With $0 and 1:20 leverage you control $0 in market exposure
76% of Interactive Brokers retail clients lose money — leverage amplifies losses as well as gains.

Accepted payment methods

MethodProcessing timeMin
Credit / Debit card (Visa, Mastercard)Instant$20
Bank wire transfer1-3 business days$500
PayPalInstant$20
SkrillInstant$20

What can you trade with $0 at Interactive Brokers in Singapore?

With $0 deposited and a maximum leverage of 1:20 under MAS rules, you control $0 of market exposure. That is enough to open small positions in EUR/USD, S&P 500, gold or any of Interactive Brokers's 150,000 available instruments. The deposit of $0 is the minimum to access the platform — it is not a recommended trading amount.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum deposit to start at Interactive Brokers from Singapore?

The minimum deposit to open a live Interactive Brokers account from Singapore is $0. This is the smallest amount Interactive Brokers accepts under MAS regulation for traders in Singapore.

What payment methods does Interactive Brokers accept?

Interactive Brokers accepts credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard), bank wire transfer, PayPal and Skrill. Card and e-wallet deposits are processed instantly. Bank transfers take 1 to 3 business days.

What can I trade with $0 at Interactive Brokers in Singapore?

With $0 and 1:20 maximum leverage in Singapore, you control $0 of market exposure. This is enough to open positions on EUR/USD, S&P 500, gold, and hundreds of other instruments.

How long does a withdrawal from Interactive Brokers take?

Interactive Brokers processes withdrawal requests within 1 to 3 business days. The actual transfer time depends on your payment method: cards 1-3 days, bank transfers up to 5 business days.

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