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Q: Are there any restrictions on international equities within a TFSA? How do the dividends work? Thank you!

Asked by Neil on June 06, 2025

5i Research Answer:

Securities in a TFSA must trade on a 'recognized exchange' but other than that there are no restrictions and international equities can be held. In a TFSA dividends paid are subject to withholding taxes, with the rate dependent of the source country.

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