How do I initiate a Hong Kong stock physical certificate deposit request?

In order for assets to be transferred as a result of divorce, IBKR requires a copy of a certified court document evidencing the divorce and the distribution of assets. This information must be specific as to the form (e.g., cash, securities) of assets to be transferred and, if securities or other positions, the symbol, quantity and lot (if different cost basis) as well as the name of the individual to whom the assets are to be transferred. To begin the transfer process, create a ticket through your Client Portal Message Center detailing the assets to be transferred, the reason for the transfer and the account numbers involved, and attach the aforementioned certified court document. …

INITIATE DWAC TRANSFER

Deposit Withdrawal at Custodian (DWAC) is an electronic method of transferring newly issued or certificated shares from a transfer agent serving as a custodian, allowing the conversion of physical certificates into book-entry shares, and is commonly used for company-issued shares resulting from stock options or employee share plans…

IBKR does not accept deposits of physical stock certificates except for Hong Kong stocks. For all stocks except Hong Kong stocks, you are required to convert any physical certificates into an electronic form before they can be transferred to your IBKR account. We recommend that you contact the transfer agent appointed by the issuing corporation for assistance with this conversion process…

No, this is not supported via IBKR Australia.

However, you can still participate in IPOs and request the IPO shares to be received at the registry in issuer sponsored form. Once received at the registry, you can raise a position transfer ticket via the client portal message center and request to transfer these securities to your IBKR account by providing the stock ticker / account holder’s name / mailing address and the number of shares, and we will assist further…