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$0 online trades¹ + $0.65 per options contract³
No account or trade minimums
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Stocks and ETFs online commission¹,²
$0.65

Options per contract³ with no base online commission¹
$2.25

Futures and Futures Options per contract⁴

In addition to our low fees, Schwab also offers competitive margin rates and a Satisfaction Guarantee⁵.

Fees for additional products and trades.

ETFs²	$0	2,000+ ETFs across a range of asset classes and fund companies
Options – Commission³ on Buy/Writes, Sell/Writes, Unwinds	$0	Pay no base commission and just $0.65 per contract for the options leg
Futures Options⁴	$2.25	Futures and Futures Options are just $2.25 per contract whether you place the trade online or through a broker.
International Stocks⁶	$0 - $50	American Depository Receipts (ADR) trades are $0. Foreign ordinaries trades in OTC markets are $50.
Margin Borrowing	Low % Rates	Extend your buying power with Schwab's competitive rates.

Trade Bonds, CDs, or Mutual Funds? View Schwab's full commission schedule >

What do Schwab traders get along with no-commission trades?

Powerful and intuitive trading platforms
24/7 access to licensed trading specialists
Award-winning trade reliability

Resources designed for traders, by traders.

Free premium research from Schwab and third parties
Customizable tools for ideas and analysis
Trader education and insights from our experts
Live weekday insights into what’s driving the markets

Plus additional value for every trade with Schwab Order Execution Advantage™.

Obtaining high-quality executions on your orders, whether you're buying or selling shares, may result in real savings.⁷ See how we improved executed market orders in S&P 500^® stocks during the previous quarter.

Common questions

What is commission-free trading?

Commissions are fees that a brokerage charges when you buy or sell an investment product like stocks, ETFs, and more.

At Schwab, whether you are a new or existing client, you can trade for $0 online commission when you buy or sell a stock or ETF. You can also buy or sell options online for only $0.65 per contract with $0 base commission.¹

Are there account minimums or trade minimums to be eligible for commission-free trading?

There are no account or trade activity minimums to be eligible for commission-free trading. You do not need to initially fund your account to a certain level nor maintain funding or trading activity at a minimum level to be eligible for commission-free trading.

This means you can enjoy $0 online commissions¹ for eligible products whether you trade 1 or 100 times a month, or whether you have $1 or $1,000,000 in your account.

How do I place commission-free trades at Schwab?

Commission-free trading for eligible products is available on Schwab.com, all StreetSmart trading platforms, and the Schwab Mobile app.

With Schwab offering $0 commissions¹, do you charge for other services like education or support from trading specialists?

No. Our goal is to make investing and trading accessible to all. Our clients get the same level of resources and service as they did when Schwab used to charge commission. From our robust education, expert insights, and dedicated support from trading specialists, to premium research and our advanced trading platforms with streaming data, the only thing that's changed is that clients don't pay commission for online trades.¹

Will Schwab scale back on new tools and technology as a result of commission-free trading?

No. At Schwab, we are continually evaluating our tools and platforms to ensure we are offering you the best trading experience possible. Our commitment to innovation remains the same regardless of commissions.

How do $0 commissions¹ affect trade speed or execution quality?

$0 commissions¹ have no effect on trade speed or execution quality. Schwab is committed to providing fast, quality executions with the highest level of transparency related to our performance, process, and practices. Learn more about Schwab Order Execution Advantage™.

What is the difference between automated phone trades and broker-assisted trades?

An automated phone trade is when you call in and use your phone keypad to enter the order details. A broker assisted trade is when you call in to our broker teams and they place the order on your behalf. A broker assisted trade represents a transfer of risk from you to Schwab in placing the order correctly. While no commission fees apply for eligible products, automated phone trades have a service fee of $5 and broker assisted trades have a service fee of $25.

Clients are always welcome to call in to speak with a broker for assistance at 800-435-9050. There is never a service fee associated with a guided walk through of how to place a trade online.

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Stocks and ETFs online commission¹,²

Options per contract³ with no base online commission¹

Futures and Futures Options per contract⁴

What do Schwab traders get along with no-commission trades?

Powerful and intuitive trading platforms

24/7 access to licensed trading specialists

Award-winning trade reliability

Resources designed for traders, by traders.

Plus additional value for every trade with Schwab Order Execution Advantage™.

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