Is Vanguard only for us?

Please note: You need to be a U.S. citizen with a U.S. mailing address to open an account. If you live or work outside the U.S., please check out our international site.

Can Vanguard be used internationally?

You can use just a few funds to invest overseas. Each of these funds gives you access to a wide variety of international securities in a single, diversified fund or ETF. View the Vanguard Total International Stock Index Fund , which holds more than 7,700 non-U.S. stocks.

Which countries can use Vanguard?

Vanguard is only available for US and UK retail investors. Unless you are a professional investor, you will not open a personal account in any other European country.

Do you have to be from the US to use Vanguard?

Persons residing outside the United States are invited to visit Vanguard's website for Non-U.S. Investors for more information about products and services available to them.

Is Vanguard UK or US?

Yes, your account is managed by Vanguard Asset Management Limited – we're a UK-based company and your account is managed from our UK office. On top of that, our customer support team is based here in the UK.

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Is there a Vanguard for Europe?

Vanguard European ETFs seek to provide investors with exposure to the stocks of companies domiciled on the European continent. These funds can cover both developed and emerging-market nations as well as a wide range of market capitalizations, industries, sectors and currencies.

What is the Vanguard equivalent in Europe?

Vanguard FUND OF Funds

In a nutshell, it is a one ETF solution to gives you exposure to both Equities and Bonds. The LifeStrategy Funds differ by the asset allocation and risk profile. The European and UK Equivalents are Vanguard LifeStrategy UCITS ETFs.

What happens to my Vanguard if I move abroad?

Please note that, if you move abroad, we reserve the right to place restrictions on your account. This may mean that you are prevented from making additional investments or switching existing holdings into other funds. If required to do so, we may also inform any relevant foreign authority about your investments.

Can non US citizens have a Vanguard account?

Please note: You need to be a U.S. citizen with a U.S. mailing address to open an account. If you live or work outside the U.S., please check out our international site.

Can I use Vanguard if I live in Europe?

Unfortunately, you can't open an account with Vanguard in Europe as a private investor. Unless you have €500,000 ready to invest (in which case: well done you!), you'll have to go through a broker.

Can I use Vanguard in UK?

If you're a UK resident we can welcome you as an investor. You're able to apply for an account with us if you have your main home in the UK and you don't pay tax in another country.

How to invest in S&P 500 outside US?

As an investor, we cannot invest directly in the S&P500 index. Instead, the easiest way to invest in the S&P500 index is through investing in the S&P500 Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). An ETF is an instrument that mirrors the performance of an underlying index. Similar to stocks, ETFs are also traded in the stock market.

Can a US citizen invest in the UK?

As an American in the UK, your investment options are more limited. You should be very careful with investing in pooled investment structures such as managed funds and ETFs, as they are likely to fall under the IRS's punitive Passive Foreign Investment Companies (PFICs) tax regime.

Can non US citizens buy US mutual funds?

The purchase of U.S. mutual funds by non-U.S. residents is restricted in order to comply with U.S. regulations. As a result of this, non-U.S. resident clients may only hold or redeem existing U.S. mutual fund share positions, initial or subsequent purchases are not permitted.

What is the minimum balance for Vanguard?

Minimum initial investment

$1,000 for Vanguard Target Retirement Funds and Vanguard STAR® Fund. $3,000 for most actively managed funds. Most Vanguard index funds no longer offer Investor Shares to new investors. For the few that do, most have $3,000 minimums.

Can non US citizens invest in index funds?

While U.S. investment securities are regulated by U.S. law, there are no specific provisions that forbid individuals who are not citizens of the U.S. from participating in the U.S. stock market.

Which is better Vanguard or Fidelity?

Bottom Line. Overall, Vanguard and Fidelity are both great choices for those interested in investing. They offer a wide range of investment options, low costs, and hands-off or active management depending on your preference. When it comes to index funds, Vanguard is hard to beat, with hundreds of low-cost options.

Is Robinhood only for US citizens?

Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have a valid U.S. visa*.

Does Vanguard need SSN?

You'll need your: Account type (IRA, Individual, joint, etc.). Social Security number. Birth date.

Can I open a Vanguard account if I live outside US?

Yes, a US citizen residing abroad can open a Vanguard brokerage account, as long as they meet Vanguard's eligibility requirements.

What happens to my money if Vanguard goes under?

Vanguard is paid by the funds to provide administration and other services. If Vanguard ever did go bankrupt, the funds would not be affected and would simply hire another firm to provide these services.

Can I have a US brokerage account if I live abroad?

U.S. expat brokerage account restrictions vary between brokerage firms. Some firms let clients keep their existing brokerage account once they have moved overseas but will not permit clients to open a new brokerage account due to residency in a foreign country.

Who is Vanguard's largest competitor?

Vanguard's competitors and similar companies include Franklin Templeton, Fidelity Investments, Merrill Lynch, TIAA, BlackRock and Edward Jones.

Can you use Fidelity in Germany?

No. Unfortunately, we do not open accounts for any new customers residing outside the United States.

Is Vanguard only for UK citizens?

Can I apply for an account? No, for legal reasons we can't offer you an account, as our funds are UK-only. If you want to buy a Vanguard fund you could use a US broker or a specialist UK broker.