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Tokenized US stocks in New Zealand

Good news: Pump.fun doesn't block New Zealand, so you can buy tokenized US stocks there with crypto. We haven't checked local tax or legal rules yet, so have a quick look at the notes below first.

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Where you can buy

Pump.fun

xStocks tokens on Solana

Fees
0.40% with a referral code, plus network and swap fees
Paying in
Apple Pay or debit/credit card via Deposit in the app, or send SOL/USDC. Options vary by country.
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Referral link: we get part of the trading fee. Details. Not available in the UK, Russia and some other countries.

How it works

Screenshots from the Pump.fun app, October 2026. Prices are just examples.

  1. Pump.fun Stocks tab listing Tesla, Micron, SK hynix, the QQQ ETF and Pre-IPO tokens with prices

    1.Open the Stocks tab

    Tesla, Micron, the QQQ ETF and more, priced in dollars. Heads up: the “Pre-IPO” ones aren't shares in those companies.

  2. Pump.fun page for the Micron (MU) stock token showing its chart, a verified badge and a green trade button

    2.Pick the stock you want

    Tap a stock to see its chart, then hit the green button to trade. Check for the badge next to the name so you get the real token, not a lookalike.

  3. Pump.fun buy screen entering 5 USDC for Micron with a 0.4% fee shown above the Submit button

    3.Buy with USDC

    No crypto yet? Tap Deposit and top up with Apple Pay (Apple Card works too) or a debit or credit card. The fee shows before you hit Submit — 0.40% with a referral code.

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Referral link: we get part of the trading fee. Details. Not available in the UK, Russia and some other countries.

Popular US stocks to buy in New Zealand

Crypto rules in New Zealand

The FMA says crypto isn't specifically regulated in New Zealand, so many crypto investments don't have the protections other financial products do.

It suggests using providers on the Financial Service Providers Register. Being registered isn't the same as being licensed.

Money and tax in New Zealand

Local currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD). Card and Apple Pay top-ups are converted to USDC, so your card provider may add a currency conversion fee.

Tax: Inland Revenue treats crypto as property. Profits are generally taxable if you bought mainly to sell, at your normal income tax rate (10.5% to 39%).

What you're actually buying

A token that tracks a real US share 1:1. The issuer holds the actual shares; you hold the token. Price moves and reinvested dividends, yes. Voting rights and a seat at the shareholder meeting, no.

More on how tokenized stocks work

Good to know in New Zealand

  • The FMA publishes warnings about firms to avoid. Check them before signing up to any platform.
  • New Zealand brokers and investment apps also sell real US shares.
  • Gains may be taxable. A local tax adviser can tell you how.

Who regulates this

Questions people ask

Is crypto tax-free in New Zealand if I hold it for years?

Not automatically. Inland Revenue says if you bought mainly to sell or swap later, profits can be taxable however long you hold.

Is moving crypto between my own wallets taxable?

No. Inland Revenue says moving between wallets that are all yours isn't a sale. Swapping one crypto for another can be.

Are tokenized US stocks legal in New Zealand?

Honestly, it depends on the product and on New Zealand's own rules for securities, crypto and moving money abroad. We haven't finished checking New Zealand yet, so we're not making a legal call. The regulator linked on this page is the best place to check.

Do I own the actual shares?

Usually not directly. With xStocks, the issuer holds the real shares and you hold a token that tracks them. Other products work differently — some are just contracts tracking the price. Voting rights and cash dividends are normally not included.

Can I use a VPN if an app blocks New Zealand?

Please don't. Getting around location blocks, sanctions or ID checks breaks the app's rules, can get your money frozen, and may be illegal.

Sources (10)
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    Financial Markets Authority (FMA)

    Financial Markets Authority (FMA) · regulator

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    Pump.fun Fees page

    Pump.fun · platform

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    xStocks partner FAQ

    xStocks · official

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    Cryptocurrencies: consumer guidance (May 2025)

    Financial Markets Authority · regulator

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    Financial Service Providers Register

    New Zealand Companies Office · official

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    Cryptoassets

    Inland Revenue · official

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    Buying and selling cryptoassets

    Inland Revenue · official

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    Tax rates for individuals

    Inland Revenue · official

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