Answers to common account transfer questions | Vanguard (2024)

If you hold your own security certificates, you can register them in street name with Vanguard by endorsing the certificates.

Be sure to write your Vanguard Brokerage Account number on the front of the certificates in the upper-right corner.

Send your endorsed certificates by registered or certified mail to:

Vanguard Brokerage Services
5951 Luckett Court, Suite A1
El Paso, TX 79932-1882

If we receive security certificates (from you or a third party) that haven't been endorsed, you can register them in street name by completing an Irrevocable Stock or Bond Power Form for each security issuer. You can also call us at 800-992-8327 to request this form.

Important: If the registration on your security certificates doesn't match the registration on your brokerage account, you'll need to provide additional documentation.

Answers to common account transfer questions | Vanguard (2024)

FAQs

Can you move stocks from one broker to another without selling? ›

An in-kind or ACAT transfer allows you to transfer your investments between brokers as is, meaning you don't have to sell investments and transfer the cash proceeds — you can simply move your existing investments to the new broker.

Should I keep money in my settlement fund Vanguard? ›

You should consider keeping some money in your settlement fund so you're ready to trade. You can use your settlement fund to buy mutual funds and ETFs (exchange-traded funds) from Vanguard and other companies, as well as stocks, CDs (certificates of deposit), and bonds.

Why can't I withdraw my money from Vanguard? ›

If there's a pending fee in any of your Vanguard accounts, this could prevent the withdrawal from being sent. Or if you change your nominated bank account after submitting a withdrawal. You can also choose to withdraw when you sell your holdings if you have a nominated and verified bank account.

How do I transfer stocks from one account to another? ›

How to transfer stock between brokers
  1. You start the process by filling out a transfer initiation form. ...
  2. Your new broker communicates with your old broker. ...
  3. Your old broker must confirm, reject, or change your transfer information within three business days.
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