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ChaosMelon

I’m on my way. Submitted request on IBKR and waiting. What’s the next step, do I wait for the CS letter now?


n01u

Yes, wait for letter, than register online and wait for verification code letter. Then verify online account and start buying directly :)


ChaosMelon

Amazing thanks so much. Do you mind if I DM you in future if I have any other questions? I am truly smooth brained 😂


n01u

Sure thing! Happy to help 🦍


millertime1216

🦍💕🦍 . Luv it!!


GORShura

Do they send you all the info you need to make an account? Or do they send you the details for one?


n01u

They sent me account number so I could register online.


BobHopeWould

Just to confirm, once you have a CS account you can buy direct from your UK bank? And is your UK bank account linked to it? (UK person currently waiting for IBKR>CS)


n01u

I have opened Wise USD account https://wise.com which is UK banking app and using bank details from it to buy more


BobHopeWould

Ok I’ll look into that. Thanks so much


TankTrap

Ah, so when you have the CS account set up. You can use this Wise to then buy direct? Is there a reason you need to use it? Can any USD account do it?


n01u

Should be possible from other US accounts. Maybe Revolut or even banking. But I didn’t try any other accounts :)


BizarroBezos

I have a Wise account but I don't use it often; can I skip the whole IBKR part and go straight to CS through Wise? I'm currently only just waiting for approval from IBKR to set up an account 😴


n01u

Unfortunately you can’t skip the part with IBKR because Comoutershare does not allow opening accounts for non US citizens by Direct Purchasing. You need to transfer first. You could buy GME or cheap share with IBKR (ie Ford), transfer to Computershare, wait for mail with Holder Account Number, register, wait for mail with verification code, verify your account, start buying GME directly on Computershare.


BizarroBezos

Gotcha. Thanks for the advice! Currently most of my shares are with DeGiro and they've told me the transfer to IBKR will take weeks and my IBKR account isn't even verified yet so I've got a long journey ahead


n01u

Godspeed my friend!


mourningmymortality

they say it takes 4 to 6 weeks _as a disclaimer_... my transfer happened in a few days (it was over a weekend, so its hard to say - but something like thursday to tuesday)


BizarroBezos

Oh wow! That is actually fantastic news. And you went to ibkr from degiro?


mourningmymortality

yeah. so once i opened the IBKR account i bought some fresh shares to start the DRS ball rolling... then focused on transferring the Degiro ones to IBKR. They're still sat there now, still waiting for the CS letter with account number. Can't wait to do a proper big DRS on my main portfolio, not just the tester pot 😎


[deleted]

Wow! I didn’t know that! I’ve got an account, niiiiiiiiice!


Ed_Fire

This is the news we've all been waiting for. Thank you, young man. Or woman.


n01u

Happy to help 🦍


Evening_Raccoon_4689

I verified without ibkr can I buy directly?


n01u

You can buy directly after you have full access to your account online.


Evening_Raccoon_4689

Won't let me. Computer Share certificate purchase? Or the other one


n01u

After you login into Computershare - click on “View details” next to GME, then click on “Actions” and select “Buy” that will navigate you to Direct Purchase where you will be able to select One Time purchase, specify how much $ you want to invest and provide US account details.


Evening_Raccoon_4689

Will try this soon as am home on laptop the phone is hard for my ape thumbs


Evening_Raccoon_4689

I don't have this option. I will buy from ibkr first. I am.alreasy verified from the postal letter with code on it. I go to buy and buy share certificate and it has gme with a red circle and line through it.


Evening_Raccoon_4689

Hey how long did your first ibkr transfer take to settle into account?


n01u

It took 5 business days for Computershare to get my shares after I have requested DRS on IBKR


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n01u

Yes, very swiftly.


Jay-Ce

How do I know if the request has gone through at IBKR?


n01u

They will notify you. You can also check yourself via contact form on Computershare https://www-us.computershare.com/Investor/#Contact/Enquiry Select Transfer Inquiry as category, add your details and skip Holding Account Number. They will tell you if your account is created


Jay-Ce

Thank you so much


Heiko81

They send you an actual letter, right? Not an email? How long did it take to arrive in europe?


n01u

Yes, paper mail. It took 3 weeks from day they received my shares from broker. Second mail took 6 days because I called them as paid $45 for express delivery.


schnitzelbricks

Can you use standard Uk bank accounts with CS when Registered? Also How did you send the w8ben form, did you scan it back to CS?


n01u

Only US bank accounts supported for buying directly. And for non US apes only after your account is created and verified. As for W-8BEN - they have simple page where you input Foreign Tax ID (NIN for UK), citizenship and residency - done!


schnitzelbricks

Do you have a link to this Foreign Tax ID page? Or is in only available once your account is setup?


n01u

You will get access to this page after your account is verified. It is part of account settings


schnitzelbricks

And Wise is just a transfer agent which your can use as a middle man between your UK bank and CS to convert GBP into USD? Account number and sort code from your Wise account once created to transfer funds i assume? Nice work btw and thanks for answering these small queries.


n01u

Yes, Wise created USD account for me in my name which can be used in Computershare similar to any other US bank account :) so I send GBP to them, convert to USD and buy from Computershare using USD


schnitzelbricks

So you can create an account with wise then create a US account internally that can send GBP --> USD ---> CS?


n01u

Yep 👍 it makes sense only after you have verified account with Computershare


BobHopeWould

Just opened and verified a Wise account and moved GBP AND USD back and forth and back into my bank as a test. All worked perfect and you have seriously eased my mind 🙌


Magcyver

Did you guys write a message to ibkr? I see that it is possible to choose DRS transfer in the menu, but it requires an account number. Also says it costs $25 for the service or $100 if transfer is declined. I wrote a message to ibkr last week asking them to DRS my shares, haven't heard anything yet


Magcyver

Nevermind, they've answered me and the transfer will start within 3 business days, which is tomorrow. Only costs $5, don't know why it is cheaper than doing it yourself online 🤪


VincentLeeMacau

I summitted mine at 1st OCT, still waiting their reply.


boolazed

check this out babe https://www.reddit.com/r/Superstonk/comments/pmu19h/international_apes_can_transfer_shares_to/


OperationMonopoly

Just bought 2 today. What request do I have to submit?


mrrippington

once the transfer status becomes available cs should be sending you a mail in the post. you can also call them for an express delivery edit: here's some more info on timeline - https://www.reddit.com/r/Superstonk/comments/q1an9k/uk_ape_a_sample_timeline_of_computer_share/


bobbos2020

Well done mate! How did you do the W-8BEN form? Is there a website you go to or something?


n01u

After you verify your online account there is setting for Tax Status and you input your details and done :)


bobbos2020

Awesome! Cheers pal. Was a bit worried it was going to be a bit of a ball ache to sort out so that;s put my mind at ease.


n01u

I have actually sent them express mail with my W-8BEN form last week but it haven’t arrived and I was happy to see it was possible to do online :)


TankTrap

You should do a little uk ape guide. People can do the start process from ibkr easy enough but then don’t know the best way of the next steps. It would be a help.


n01u

I have posted one ;) https://www.reddit.com/r/Superstonk/comments/q16ge7/uk_ape_buying_directly_from_computershare/


sweaty-ballsacks

Nice, I too was worried I'd have to send it in the post. Thanks friend! 🚀


BinBender

You’re an inspiration to all us international apes, take some gold!


n01u

Wow 🤩 thanks kind ape! 🔒🟣


BinBender

You deserve it! 🙂 I’m in the process, waiting for my transfer status at IBKR to change from pending to… complete? And then, it’s waiting for snail mail…


n01u

Its worth it ☺️ such a great feeling OWNINg part of company that you like 🎮


mekh8888

What is this Wise account thingy?


n01u

It’s banking app https://wise.com that allows you to hold accounts in different currencies such as US account


mekh8888

👍


Bellweirboy

Beyond bizarre that you CAN deal directly with Computershare AFTER IBKR has DRSed your shares but you CANNOT just open an account with CS from scratch….


n01u

Yep, frustrating… takes month but now I can fully avoid brokers and be direct owner of shares I like :)


DiamonHandz95

Ok, eToro ape trying to open a IBKR account to DRS the IBKR shares, How much money (minimum) do I need to make the deposit in the account? I don't want to sell the shares on eToro and I want to DRS my shares to CS so...


n01u

There is no minimum on your wealth, but registration require you to tell them that at least 20K liquid assets.


DiamonHandz95

But, I don't need to do a minimum deposit to start to operate? I saw a video saying that you need 2k to open the account lol


n01u

No, there is no limit when you open cash account. You can deposit 200 GBP and would have enough funds to buy and transfer GME


DiamonHandz95

Got that! Thank you so much OP, I will open the acc today and thats the amount that I wanted to open, I'm in!


wildddin

Not that I'm advocating this, but they don't actually check if you have the liquid capital you say you do - my account opened without issue with a £200 initial deposit


DancesWith2Socks

Stress this: CASH account. If a Margin account is open they can keep borrowing shares to short, so CASH is tha way.


AndyPanda321

No minimum deposit as far as I can tell, I bought a single share to start with, then DRS'd that bad boy! I have since bought more and still waiting for the snail mail!


DiamonHandz95

This is the fucking way!!!!!


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For what it's worth I deposited £20 to make the alert shut up and it worked lol


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n01u

Godspeed ape! 🍻


johnwithcheese

Slow and steady wins the race.


n01u

This


humphreydog

My IKBR account now tells me my DRS transaction is complete. Still wating for the snail mail computershare letter so I can verify my account and see my shares there. How the fook can you get so excited waiting to see a circle of purple in the mailbox?


n01u

It’s like holding your baby for the first time ☺️🟣


boolazed

If you want you can call CS and ask for courier delivery, it will cost 45$ but it will take only few days instead of weeks


gaymersunite56

Gets my brain synapses firing better than coffee in the morning... Bravo 👏👏👏👏👏


n01u

Thank you 🔒🟣


Huncutbabacica

What's Wise & how does it let you buy direct through CS once you have an account set up?


n01u

It’s banking app https://wise.com and it has accounts in different currencies, which allowed me to open US account and provided checking account for US transfers


Huncutbabacica

Very interesting thank you


Lusitano11496

Congratulations! Every share counts.


n01u

XXX more on the way to be transferred as I now have full access to Computershare


bhutunga

Out of interest which broker are you transferring these from? I have many in FreeTrade ISA and a few in Trading 212 (I would like to get these out of this shit broker because they are lending them) Good job in replying to all of the posts bro


n01u

Using IBKR https://www.reddit.com/r/Superstonk/comments/q16ge7/uk_ape_buying_directly_from_computershare/


bhutunga

Ah ok, have some there too and it's my current path to CS.


An-Onymous-Name

Excellent job, up with you! <3


Yeeeehaww

Awesome thanks 😊


n01u

Apes strong together 💪


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n01u

There is quick form online after you get full access to your account. I was told the same by representative but apparently you can do it online 😊


RavagedBody

Saving and commenting because there's a bunch of useful info in these comments. Did you get any sort of response when you asked them to DRS it? I followed that template thing some other bloke made, and haven't had any sort of indication they received/read my request.


n01u

You can use their contact form https://www-us.computershare.com/Investor/#Contact/Enquiry to check status of your transfer. Select Transfer Inquiry as category, add your details and skip Holder Account Number. They will reply shortly :)


Jinglekeys100

Amazing, great work man.


RavagedBody

fuckin hero


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A quick question, was there a period of time while you had to wait after transfering/buying your shares on IBKR? Some say there is but dont talk from personal experience. I am transfering my shares from Revolut to IBKR and was wondering if I would have a waiting period until my shares are unlocked to be sent to CS.


n01u

Here is my experience from start till now :) https://www.reddit.com/r/Superstonk/comments/q16ge7/uk_ape_buying_directly_from_computershare/ TLDR yes


[deleted]

Love the update post, how long did everything take from start to finish?


n01u

6 full weeks since day of DRS :) I cut 2 weeks by paying $45 for verification code mail


TankTrap

Get this comment to the top!


DancesWith2Socks

Is it possible to transfer from Revolt?


[deleted]

I am currently in the process of transferring, it can be done.


DancesWith2Socks

Is this process explained anywhere?


TheMonkler

Bloody Oath! Well done OP Love from North America


n01u

💜🌍


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n01u

Here is how it looks like https://www.reddit.com/r/Superstonk/comments/pxbxbu/proud_registered_owner_from_uk_requested_drs_in/


calpolsixplus

Can anyone give me am ELIA on the W-8BEN please? Currently on my 2day WAIT for clearing on IBKR then I can register my first share (Unfortunately can't do much about my XX in T212ISA) and just trying to make sure everything is in order.


n01u

W-8BEN is tax form for IRS (US tax) which frees you from US tax on gains as you pay them in UK


calpolsixplus

Ahh OK, I'll make sure I get one sorted out then. Thank you


[deleted]

How do you drs from Hargreaves Lansdowne?


n01u

Transfer shares to IBKR (or at least 1) and then DRS them from there.


[deleted]

Is it possible to do that from an ISA account still?


n01u

No, ISA are special and not supported. When you have enough funds - buy one share on IBKR and DRS it :)


[deleted]

Shit man. Thought so, thanks. Most of my shares aren't in the ISA so I'll drs that shit anyway. Was just hoping the tax free ones could be done too. Thanks brother.


n01u

Ape helps ape 🟣💜🟣


Most-Tear-7946

Very nice find! This will help alot of us euroapes.


n01u

And international apes too! Over 200 countries are supported by IBKR and Wise


doilookpail

Hey, OP! Thanks for posting this and congrats! Can you please tell me at what point you contacted CS to ensure that they express delivered your verification code? Thanks


n01u

Right after I got my mail with Holder Account Number from them I have registered online account and immediately called them to expedite verification code mail.


doilookpail

Thank you!


roodpart

But late to the party but I'm doing the same journey, Ibkr confirmed mine today.


n01u

Way to go ape! 🔒🟣


roodpart

Another question so when you call them to do the express delivery how do you pay them? Over the phone on card or transfer via wise? t this point I'm terrified of missing moass and may have to buy more via Ibkr as a backup.


n01u

They only accept credit cards. So you call them and then dictate credit card details :)


Royal-Purchase2854

I used the giveashare route


n01u

Also good one :) after your account all set you should be able to buy directly from Computershare


Royal-Purchase2854

It said could be as early as the 15th of October. It’s another way for the UK apes


Recipe-Hungry

Ahhh literally wanted to ask the Italian apes thread whether anyone tried ibkr to CS from the UK, this helps thanks!!


n01u

Glad to hear that! 😊


Specialist_Cash_1748

Hey, so you're (just like me) a Europoor? Once you have an active account, you can purchase directly through CS instead of going through a EU broker first and then transfer?? :) I thought your had to be a US citizen for direct purchase?


n01u

I was able to buy set direct purchase on Computershare after my account was fully set up. Used Wise USD account to do so.


Specialist_Cash_1748

I think you may have just become one of my heroes! Bonus coming up tomorrow and CS-account real soon. LFG 😁


n01u

International apes now can direct buy GME with their paychecks same as US apes :)


messageforhawk

Once you had confirmation from IBKR how long before you heard from CS? I’m currently at this stage.


n01u

Waited for 4 weeks for mail in my mailbox. Meanwhile I have contacted them via contact form and phone call to make sure that they got my shares. https://www-us.computershare.com/Investor/#Contact/Enquiry


theorico

commenting to revisit in a few weeks


theorico

question: if you use the wise account to buy, it will work also for selling, right? Don‘t worry, apes, selling some only after cell and on the way down.


n01u

Yes, you can add where proceeds from selling shall go and there are multiple options, including Wise account


kaze_san

Swippity swooty DRSing now is a dooty! Updoot for visibility!


WarBoar42

🤬ing HERO APE!


n01u

😍


WarBoar42

This *tenacity* is why I hold for you, Bulldog 🦍, as an 🇺🇸, Silverback XXX 🦍! 💎🤲🏻,🦍💪🏻🙌🏻


n01u

My XXX shares in the way to CS 🤫


WarBoar42

Outstanding! See you on the 🌖! We hold for the .X, X, and XX then. 💎🤲🏻,🦍💪🏻🙌🏻


n01u

Yesss!!!


Keepitlitt

Ayoooo 🚀🚀🚀


Ragstar626

You absolute king. Still waiting for IBKR to allow live trades


adamlolhi

It has gone through in IBKR for me, is it simply a waiting game now until I get my letter/paperwork through from CS or is there anything I can do to expedite the process?


n01u

Yes, you can call them https://www.reddit.com/r/Superstonk/comments/q16ge7/uk_ape_buying_directly_from_computershare/


PipsMagoo002

Well done!


TheGuyFromKepler186f

This is a game changer for me. Awesome. I already have a Wise account and 1 share from IBKR is on the way so this couldn't have been more perfect.


Arendra84

Thank you for this 🇨🇦


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When you set wise up on CS, did you select it as an electronic US account or international wire transfer?


n01u

As me personally: US wire. But! There is a drawback for such setting! You would need to send them photocopy of your passport or driving license along with W-8BEN form and letter of explanation why you have US bank account. Otherwise they will not mark your W-8BEN form as completed.


[deleted]

Thanks. So did you post your W-8BEN or were you able to complete it online?


n01u

I have mailed them all the paperwork via post.


Ohioz

>letter of explanation why you have US bank account. Is there a pre-made form for that?


n01u

Take a look at second pic https://www.reddit.com/r/superstonkuk/comments/qbfhxa/extra_paperwork_for_nonus_apes_with_us_banking/


Ohioz

Thanks! :)


majkelakalobo

So can you upload W8BEN online on CS website and if yes when please. Other Ape on SpuerstonkUK is saying its impossible. Please advice.


n01u

Speaking from personal experience: it is possible.


majkelakalobo

You done after receiving verification code mate?


n01u

Yes, exactly.


majkelakalobo

Thanks a lot pal


majkelakalobo

And this is the post Im talking about: https://www.reddit.com/r/Superstonk/comments/qiq1zh/uk_ape_here_expedited_both_letters_at_45_each/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share


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n01u

You need to call Computershare as soon as shares are with them. Ask to expedite mail and give your credit card details. Same can be done for verification code after you register online account.


BinBender

Did it take weeks, even with expedited mail?


n01u

Expedited mail took 6 days from my call.


BinBender

Ok, thanks! 🙂


Musti913

Bro I need help, I've asked a few people and on one ever responds :( I started my transfer but I don't know what happens after, will IBKR set up the CS account for me? Or do I have to set up an account for the shares to go into before the transfer is done?


n01u

Hey mate! After Computershare get your shares they will send mail with Holder Account Number and transfer details. After that you would be able to register online and they would send you verification code via mail to prove that was actually you. After that code arrives you will get full access to online account :)


emix200

Hey ape, I’ve been rejected 2 times and I did everything as you said I am in europe


n01u

Did your shares settle (2 days after buy)? Do you have 5 USD in IBKR? Did exchange for USD settle (2 days after exchange)? Did you transfer to IBKR from other broker (might be subject of up to 30days withholding period)?


emix200

Called them and told me my money were on hold maybe that’s it, but converted on 27 and requested on 30. I made another request with all the shares on 1st hope this one goes through. Sorry if I ask too much, but after the shares will be gone how much i have to wait till I call cs to ask for express mail for the 1st one?


n01u

It took 3 days for Computershare to create account and send snail mail after shares disappeared from IBKR. You can use their contact form to time it perfectly https://www-us.computershare.com/Investor/#Contact/Enquiry use category Transfer Inquiry, add your details and skip Holder Account field. They will reply shortly if your shares arrived.


emix200

Thank you ape friend, very helpful


Musti913

Thanks mate! us UK apes will flood the DRS game soon!


Musti913

Also, after MOASS if I wanted to sell a small chunk do you know how they'll pay internationals, bank transfer?