Does Hargreaves Lansdown accept US citizens abroad?
Broker headquartered in United Kingdom. Website: https://www.hl.co.uk
Restricted Fund & Share Account / transfers official
HL handles US citizens through manual processes. US citizens can't transfer an investment account in online and must contact HL. US citizens or taxpayers who want to buy US shares need a paper tax form. Online applications require UK tax residency. HL doesn't publish an explicit 'we accept US persons' statement, so ask before you apply.
"If you're a US citizen, it's not possible to transfer online. Instead, please contact us so we can help with your transfer."
Applies in: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Source: Hargreaves Lansdown: Transfer Now (+ 'Buying overseas shares' help page) · Last confirmed 2026-10-19
By country
| Country | Product | Status | Note & source | Last confirmed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Fund & Share Account / transfers | Restricted | HL handles US citizens through manual processes. US citizens can't transfer an investment account in online and must contact HL. US citizens or taxpayers who want to buy US shares need a paper tax form. Online applications require UK tax residency. HL doesn't publish an explicit 'we accept US persons' statement, so ask before you apply. | 2026-10-19 |