How long does it take for a money transfer to be added to my account?

If you used the online brokerage platform or direct brokerage app:  

• If the request was made before 4 p.m. and the funds come from National Bank, the deposit will be made the same day. 
• If the funds come from another financial institution, the deposit will be made within 48 business hours. 

If you mailed a cheque to National Bank Direct Brokerage:

• The deposit will be made on the day the cheque is received, if it is received before 3 p.m.

If you requested a money transfer from our telephone team or Message centre:

• If the funds come from a National Bank account and the request was made before 3 p.m., your deposit will be made the same day. 
• If the funds come from another financial institution’s account, your deposit will be made within 24 to 48 hours.

Before you can transfer funds to your brokerage account, your bank account must have been linked. See "How do I link my bank account to make money transfers to National Bank Direct Brokerage?"