The minimum you can invest in a single position on eToro is $10 (or the equivalent in your account currency). That $10 minimum only applies to stocks, ETFs, and most cryptocurrencies, but some advanced products come with higher minimums, and copy trading can also require more.
Here’s a further look so you know how little you can start with, and what applies to your situation:
According to eToro’s Help Center, minimum trade sizes vary by asset class. For standard investing on the main platform, these are commonly listed as:
| Asset type | Minimum you can invest per position |
| Stocks & ETFs | $10 |
| Crypto | $10 |
| Currencies (forex CFDs) | $1,000 |
| Commodities (CFDs) | $1,000 |
| Indices (CFDs) | $1,000 |
So if your question is, “What is the minimum I can put into one stock or crypto trade on eToro?” the simple answer is: you can open a stock, ETF, or crypto position from $10.
Just keep in mind that forex and commodities on eToro are traded as CFDs, which comes with a higher minimum position size and higher risk exposure.;
The minimum deposit is separate from the minimum trade size. eToro states that the first-time deposit varies by country and payment method.
In many countries, the usual first deposit is around $50, but some regions can be higher (for example, $100 or $1,000 in certain territories).
After your first deposit, eToro’s deposit FAQ states that additional deposits are generally at least $50, while bank or wire transfers typically have a $500 minimum.
Because these amounts depend on your country of residence, regulator, and payment method, the safest way to get the exact number for you is to check the “What’s the deposit minimum?” page in the eToro Help Center.
If you plan to use eToro’s social and portfolio products, the minimums are higher than $10.
The minimum to copy one trader is $200, and the minimum per copied position is $1. If a copied trade would come out under $1, it will not open.
So if you want to copy one Popular Investor, you need to allocate at least $200 to that copy relationship.
eToro’s Help Center states that Thematic Market Portfolios and Partner Portfolios start at $500, while Top Trader Portfolios require $5,000.
These minimums exist so the portfolio can open enough underlying positions and still follow its strategy properly.
Here is how the different “minimums” work in practice:
To fund your account for the first time: Often around $50 in many countries, but your exact minimum can be higher or lower depending on where you live and how you pay.
To open your first simple investment: You can buy a stock, ETF, or crypto with $10.
To start copy trading: You need at least $200 per trader (with a $1 minimum per copied position).
To invest in a Smart Portfolio: You need $500 for most market or partner portfolios and $5,000 for Top Trader portfolios.
Now because these limits can change and vary by region, I recommend that you check the deposit and product minimums first in the eToro Help Center from your own account before you fund or place your first trade.
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