Why keep paying high custody fees to traditional banks?
Investing through a bank and paying excessive fees every year? Switch to Meitav Trade — Israel's leading investment house, enjoy exemption from custody fees on most independent tracks*, and get a 100 ₪ welcome bonus upon quick online registration according to terms!
No Custody Fees*
Significant savings on ongoing maintenance costs compared to banks
100 ₪ Welcome Gift
Direct cash bonus deposited into your new trading account (subject to terms)
Full Regulation & Supervision
Member of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and fully regulated by law
How much are you really losing at the bank every year?
Many banks charge fixed quarterly fees and custody costs that eat into your portfolio returns. See the stark differences when trading independently with Meitav Trade*:
Custody Fees / Securities Depository Maintenance
US Trading Commission (Stocks & ETFs)
TASE (Tel Aviv Stock Exchange) Commission
Transferring an Existing Portfolio from the Bank
Trading Platforms & Analytical Tools
| Fee Type / Service | Traditional Banks | Meitav Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Custody Fees / Securities Depository Maintenance | Often up to 0.6% annually (depending on bank & track) | No custody fees (on most independent plans*) |
| US Trading Commission (Stocks & ETFs) | Often tens of dollars per transaction (depending on bank) | From $5 per transaction (according to fee schedule) |
| TASE (Tel Aviv Stock Exchange) Commission | Commissions up to 0.60% (depending on bank & track) | From just 0.09% (low minimum fee) |
| Transferring an Existing Portfolio from the Bank | Bureaucratic process, often requires visiting a branch | Quick digital process (usually no tax event**) |
| Trading Platforms & Analytical Tools | Basic platform inside standard banking apps | Advanced, professional real-time trading platforms |
💡 Many investors can save thousands of shekels a year, depending on portfolio size, activity volume, and bank tariffs.
Legal Notes & Explanations for the Comparison: 1. Bank commissions vary from client to client and depend on the specific bank, tariff policy, client tier, asset volume, and negotiation ability. 2. Meitav Trade rates and custody fee exemptions depend on account type, registration track, promotional terms, and full official fee schedule, subject to change at any time. 3. (** Portfolio Transfer) Transferring securities does not constitute a sale and therefore generally does not trigger a taxable event with tax authorities (subject to existing tax laws and regulations). 4. Public Information Sources: These figures are based on published bank tariffs and the Bank of Israel fee survey compared to Meitav Trade's official fee schedule (as of July 2026). Binding terms are detailed on Meitav Trade and bank websites.
3 Simple Steps to Start Saving and Earning
Switching to Meitav Trade or opening a new account takes just a few minutes from your smartphone:
Click & Register Online
Click the join button and fill out your basic personal details on Meitav Trade's secure, user-friendly digital form.
Quick Digital Verification
Complete identity verification and digitally sign required documents without printing paper or visiting physical branches.
Deposit & Receive Your 100 ₪ Bonus
Deposit funds (or easily transfer an existing portfolio from your bank) and enjoy a 100 ₪ welcome bonus and top trading terms.
Everything You Need to Know Before Switching
We've compiled clear answers to the most common questions from investors in Israel:
Ready to Stop Overpaying Your Bank?
Join tens of thousands of Israelis who have already switched to Meitav Trade, saving on custody fees and trading like professionals.