Opening an Account
Learn how to open an account, what types of retirement accounts are offered, and proof of residency requirements.
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Documentation
Discover a centralized hub where you can access all the crucial documents necessary for seamlessly opening and managing your retirement account.
- What can I use for my proof of identification?
- What can I use for my proof of Social Security Number?See which documents BitcoinIRA accepts as proof of Social Security Number, including a Social Security card, W-2, and 1099.
- Which documents can be used as proof of residency?See which documents BitcoinIRA accepts as proof of residency, including utility bills, bank statements, and government-issued records.
- What types of accounts are offered by BitcoinIRA?Learn about the self-directed IRA accounts BitcoinIRA offers: Traditional, Roth, SEP, SIMPLE, and Solo 401(k), plus required documents.
- What type of retirement account should I start?Not sure which retirement account to open? Learn what to consider and where to find guidance before starting a BitcoinIRA.
- How can I download the mobile app?Learn how to download the BitcoinIRA mobile app on Android or iOS to fund your account and trade 100+ cryptocurrencies on the go.
- How do I invest in a Bitcoin IRA?Learn how to invest in a BitcoinIRA: account setup, funding or rollovers, and self-directed crypto trading with full support.
- What coins are available at BitcoinIRA for investment?See the 100+ cryptocurrencies available for investment at BitcoinIRA, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin.
- How long does it take to open an account?Learn how long it takes to open a BitcoinIRA account: a quick online application and funding-ready status in as little as one business day.
- How much does it cost to open a BitcoinIRA account?Learn what it costs to open a Bitcoin IRA account, including account setup fees, per-transaction trading fees, and the monthly maintenance charge.
- Is it possible to transfer cryptocurrencies from my existing holdings into a Bitcoin IRA?Learn why IRS rules prevent transferring existing cryptocurrency holdings directly into a BitcoinIRA.
- Will there be penalties for transferring my assets?Find out whether rolling over funds into a BitcoinIRA triggers early withdrawal penalties or fees.
- Can I spend the digital currencies from my new IRA account?Learn whether you can spend digital currencies from your BitcoinIRA account and how early withdrawal penalties apply.
- What are BitcoinIRA's fees?BitcoinIRA’s fees are simple, transparent, and security-first, covering everything required to safely and professionally manage your crypto retirement account.
- What retirement accounts are eligible to be rolled over to a Bitcoin IRA?See which retirement accounts, including 401(k), 403(b), and Traditional or Roth IRA, are eligible to roll over into a BitcoinIRA.
- Are there minimums and investment caps?Learn BitcoinIRA's $1,000 minimum investment and find out there are no caps on how much you can invest.
- What is proof of residency?Learn what counts as proof of residency at BitcoinIRA: a document verifying your residential address, not a P.O. Box.
- Under what circumstances do I need to provide proof of residency?Find out when BitcoinIRA requires proof of residency, such as when your photo ID address doesn't match your application.
- What information is required on my proof of residency?See the requirements for a valid BitcoinIRA proof of residency document, including name, address, and a 90-day date limit.
- Which documents can be used as proof of residency?See which documents BitcoinIRA accepts as proof of residency, including utility bills, bank statements, and government-issued records.
- What happens if I live outside of the United States?Learn how U.S. citizens living abroad can verify their address at BitcoinIRA using a W-9 form.
- Can I email you my proof of residency document?
- Can I provide a screenshot of my proof of residency?