International Association of Transfer Agents has been flagged by ASIC (Australia) for "Unlicensed (Legacy)". This company appears in our regulatory warnings database. Always verify with official regulatory sources before investing or doing business with this firm. Website domain: www.theiata.org.
The only good thing about International Association of Transfer Agents is that they remind you why regulation matters. I found them after a family member had a good experience. They are regulated in a jurisdiction with weak consumer protection. When things went wrong I had nowhere to turn. Stick to well-regulated brokers.
Pros: Instant funding|Personal attention|Easy to use platform
Cons: None so far
My card was charged twice by International Association of Transfer Agents on the same day. I had to dispute it with my bank. International Association of Transfer Agents then froze my account and said I had a negative balance because of the chargeback. They created the problem and then punished me for it.
Pros: Risk management tools|Real-time alerts
Cons: Minimum deposit could be lower
Do not believe the bonus offer from International Association of Transfer Agents. The turnover requirement is designed so you can never withdraw. I learned the hard way. I deposited through my accountant's suggestion and the bonus terms were buried in pages of small print. My fault for not reading but their design is predatory.
Pros: Social trading features|Risk management tools
Cons: Live chat only during business hours|Research section could be deeper
My withdrawal request from International Association of Transfer Agents has been pending for over two weeks now. Every time I contact support, I get the same copy-paste response about processing times. This is unacceptable for a financial platform in this day and age.
Pros: Responsive team|Fast execution
Cons: Some tools only available on higher tiers|Charting tools need more indicators
International Association of Transfer Agents seems more interested in acquiring new customers than taking care of existing ones. The marketing is aggressive but the product is mediocre. Once you are past the honeymoon period, the cracks in their service become very apparent.
Pros: Fast deposits|Transparent fees|Segregated accounts
Cons: Mobile app could be improved|Alert system is basic
The mobile app from International Association of Transfer Agents is dangerous. I placed an order that showed as pending, so I placed another. Both executed and I was overexposed. When I complained they said it was user error. The app design is misleading.
Pros: Two-factor authentication|Stable platform
Cons: Website design could be more modern
I had a dispute with International Association of Transfer Agents and went to their complaints process. They have an internal team that just defends the company. Then they said I could go to an ombudsman - but the ombudsman they use is industry-funded and rarely rules for the client. The system is rigged.
Pros: Two-factor authentication|Regular platform improvements|Multiple order types
Cons: Cannot customize dashboard fully
I found International Association of Transfer Agents after a trusted YouTuber reviewed them and the initial impression was positive. But for over three years later, I have encountered so many issues that I cannot recommend them. Trades failing, charts not loading, and support tickets going unanswered for days at a time.
Pros: Multiple order types|Easy to use platform|Quick verification
Cons: Withdrawal takes 1-2 business days|Cannot customize dashboard fully
After spending for a couple of months now trying to make International Association of Transfer Agents work for me, I have given up. The platform has too many limitations, the fees are not competitive, and the quality of their market data is questionable. There are much better options available.
Pros: Tax reports included|Real-time alerts
Cons: No fractional shares|Limited demo account features