Basic Trading Account
Trade globally with just one account
For local application
Apply at a branch with these supporting documents
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For Singaporeans and Permanent Residents:
- NRIC/SAF/SPF ID and Passport
For Malaysians:
- IC and Singapore Residence Pass (e.g. Employment pass) if applicable
For Foreigners:
- Valid Passport and Singapore Residence Pass (e.g. Employment pass) if applicable
Note: Bring the originals of these Identification Documents (ID)
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Provide us with the original or electronic copy of any of the following documents reflecting your name and address:
- Bank statement from a Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) licensed bank
- Latest CPF statement
- Latest Notice of tax assessment from IRAS
Note: Document(s) must be dated no older than 3 months from date of application. If your mailing address is different from your residential address, please provide one document for each address.
If you are applying for a corporate account, please call us at 1800 338 8688
For overseas application
Mail in the completed application forms with copies of:
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Required for all:
Optional Forms
- For trading in the US Market: W8BEN form
- For trading Specified Investment Products (SIPs): Customer Account Review (CAR) declaration
- For applicants age 20 and below: Appropriateness assessment questionnaire and risk disclosure statement
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Provide a copy of your identification:
For Singaporeans and Permanent Residents:
- NRIC/SAF/SPF ID and Passport
For Malaysians:
- IC and Singapore Residence Pass (e.g. Employment pass) if applicable
For Foreigners:
- Valid Passport and Singapore Residence Pass (e.g. Employment pass) if applicable
Bring your original ID, the photocopy and our account application form to any of the below authorised parties to witness your signature on the form and certify true copy of your ID:
- Notary Public
- Advocates & Solicitors
- Singapore Embassy
The witnessing officer should provide his/her name and contact details.
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Provide us with the original or electronic copy of any of the following documents reflecting your name and address:
- Bank statement from a Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) licensed bank
- Latest CPF statement
- Latest Notice of tax assessment from IRAS
Note: Document(s) must be dated no older than 3 months from date of application. If your mailing address is different from your residential address, please provide one document for each address.
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Mail it to us
OCBC Securities Private Limited
18 Church Street #01-00,
OCBC Centre South,
Singapore 049479
Our most fundamental account for all your essential trading needs.
SGX (Traded in SGD)
Online | Broker Assisted | |
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For trades with contract value less than or equal to S$50,000 | 0.275% | 0.50% |
For trades with contract value between S$50,000 and S$100,000 | 0.22% | 0.40% |
For trades with contract value more than S$100,000 | 0.18% | 0.25% |
MInimum commission | S$25 | S$40 |
AMEX, NYSE and NASDAQ
Online | Broker Assisted | |
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Rate | 0.30% | 0.415% |
Minimum commission | USD 20 | USD 30 |
HKEX
Online | Broker Assisted | |
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Rate | 0.25% | 0.30% |
Minimum commission | HKD 150 | HKD 200 |
All transactions are also subject to other fees such as clearing fees, stamp duty, GST, etc.
More details on fees and commissions for other markets.
Index funds with access to a diversified portfolio of securities.
Short-term investments to buy or sell shares of selected company at a discounted price.
A form of fixed-income securities issued by governments or companies to raise funds from the financial markets.
Eligibility requirements
Minimum Age
18 years old
Initial deposit
For those between 18-20 years old, initial deposit of S$1,000 is required to commence trading
Start your trading journey with us
Young Investor Programme (YIP)
A membership applicable to youths aged 18 to 29 who are opening either a Basic Trading account, Share Financing account or Share Borrowing account with us for the first time.
Equities Plus Account
Share Borrowing Account
A leveraged account that lets you borrow shares for short selling, hedging, and other strategies.