Interactive Brokers (Lite / Pro <=10k contracts) options fees (2026)
Interactive Brokers options commission
Interactive Brokers charges $0.65 per contract for stock and ETF options (base commission $0.00).
Source: www.interactivebrokers.com, retrieved 2026-10-25
Interactive Brokers assignment fee
Interactive Brokers charges $0.00 for an option exercise or assignment.
Source: www.interactivebrokers.com, retrieved 2026-10-25
Interactive Brokers index option fees
exchange fees passed through (Pro); amount varies
Source: www.interactivebrokers.com, retrieved 2026-10-25
Interactive Brokers margin rate
| Balance tier | Rate |
|---|---|
| Pro $0-$100k | 5.38% |
| Pro $100k-$1M | 4.88% |
| Pro $1M-$50M | 4.63% |
| Pro $50M+ | 4.38% |
| Lite (all balances) | 6.38% |
Source: www.interactivebrokers.com, retrieved 2026-10-25
Notes
$1.00 minimum per order. Pro: $0.25 if premium <$0.05, $0.50 if <$0.10. Lite fixed rate first 1,000 contracts/month. No commission on US exercise/assignment. Margin is blended across tiers (Pro).
FAQ
What is Interactive Brokers's options commission?
Interactive Brokers charges $0.65 per contract for stock and ETF options, per its pricing page retrieved 2026-10-25.
Does Interactive Brokers charge an assignment fee?
Interactive Brokers charges $0.00 for option exercise or assignment, per its pricing page retrieved 2026-10-25.
What is Interactive Brokers's margin rate?
Interactive Brokers's published margin rate for the Pro $0-$100k tier is 5.38%, retrieved 2026-10-25. Rates vary by balance.
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