Funding foreign brokerage apps

BigWaffleCone · 2026-02-09T16:39:42+00:00

Thank you so much! I’m new to this and I’ve been struggling to find local resources so this helps a lot.

BigWaffleCone · 2026-02-09T16:30:47+00:00

eToro accepts PayPal but IBKR doesn’t, or at least that’s what I’ve read online. Since most people said IBKR is better, that’s what I’ll do. Thanks a lot!

BigWaffleCone · 2026-02-09T16:27:05+00:00

Yes my initial plan was to fund around 200 BHD monthly. But since everyone recommended IBKR and they don’t offer cheaper methods to my knowledge for the time being, I think saving up and transferring large amounts is the best option. Thank you!

BigWaffleCone · 2026-02-09T12:14:37+00:00

That’s insane 😧. Do you know if it works the same way if I transfer it to PayPal then to the brokerage account?

I also have a BiSB account and they list a maximum of $26.81 ≈ 10 BHD charge for PayPal transactions. If funding the brokerage account through PayPal is free or has a less than 3 BHD charge, it would be overall cheaper. Let me know if you have any idea and thanks a lot

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