# Brokers ACATs Transfer (Automated Customer Account Transfer Service): It allows the transfer of stocks, options, mutual funds, and cash between brokers through an automated service. Key Details: Total (all assets) or partial (select specific assets). Matching details like account name and tax identification number are crucial. 2. ATON Transfer (Account Transfer on Notification): Similar to ACATs but specific for transfers between Canadian and U.S. brokers. Key Details: Like ACATS, it offers options for total or partial transfers and requires matching details in the account. 3. DRS Transfer (Direct Registration System): Facilitates the electronic transfer of stocks and warrants between the Transfer Agent and the trader's account. Key Details: Requires precise matching in details such as account name, tax identification number, and client type. 4. DWAC Transfer (Deposit/Withdrawal at Custodian): Enables the automated transfer of stocks and warrants between a Transfer Agent and the trader's account. Key Details: Similar to others, account information must match for a successful transfer. 5. FOP Transfer (Free of Payment): Moves stock, warrant, and bond positions from or to another U.S. bank or broker that is a DTC member. Key Details: Inbound transfers are notifications; instructing the external broker is essential to complete the transfer. 6. Internal Position Transfer: Allows the transfer of positions between one's accounts within the same broker. Key Details: Specific rules apply for account detail matching. 7. Transfer Between Master and Sub Accounts: Brokers with master and sub-accounts can transfer positions between them. Key Details: Requires identity confirmation and is processed during regular trading hours. 8. Depository Switch: Permits changing the currency of multi-listed stocks at different depositories. Key Details: Executed by selecting "Depository / Trading Currency Change" and following the procedure. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.xft.finance/idn/technical/payments/brokers.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.