If you’re holding shares and you want to sell them, but don’t have (or don’t want) a trading account, you’re definitely not alone. Thousands of Australians every year wonder how to sell shares quickly, safely and without jumping through unnecessary hoops. The best method will depend on how your shares are held — but for many people, the fastest and most efficient solution is a one-off share sale through a specialist service like Unbroker.
What’s the Best Way to Sell Issuer Sponsored (SRN) Shares?
The “best” way in many cases is the way that’s fastest, simplest and cheapest. If your shares are issuer-sponsored (held directly at a registry with an SRN), you don’t need a full brokerage account. Opening an account, transferring shares and navigating a trading platform all cost time and may reduce your net proceeds. A service like Unbroker is expressly built for people who just want to sell — not invest or trade.
Don’t Want a Trading Account? You Don’t Need One.
If your shares are issuer-sponsored (held via a registry such as Computershare or MUFG (previously Link Market Services), you can sell them online with:
- No brokerage account setup
- No log-in to a trading platform
- No portfolio transfers
- No ongoing fees or “client” commitments
Unbroker is designed specifically for this type of sell-only transaction.
How It Works
Selling your shares through Unbroker is straightforward and transparent:
- Complete the online form – provide your SRN, ID and share details
- We verify your identity – usually on the same business day
- Your shares are sold on-market – typically the same or next business day
- Funds are transferred to your nominated bank account – same say sale and settlement available.
What You’ll Need
To be ready to sell online, make sure you have:
- Your SRN (Security Reference Number) — found on a holding or dividend statement
- 100 points of ID for each registered shareholder – see our guide
- A bank account in the name of the shareholder (or in the correct entity if company, trust, SMSF, etc.)
- The number of shares you wish to sell
Why This Is the Best Option for Most People
Compared to opening a trading account or working through a traditional broker or registry portal, Unbroker offers:
- No ongoing account or trading relationship
- Execution-only: no upsells, no advice, no portfolio management
- Faster turnaround time
- Clear, fixed pricing
- Support for individual holders, joint holders, estates, trusts, SMSFs and other entity types
Whether you inherited shares, received them for corporate incentives, or they’ve sat untouched for years — if you just want to sell and move on, Unbroker is likely the best fit.
Ready to Sell Your Shares?
Unbroker is Australia’s trusted one-off share sale specialist. We make it fast and easy to sell issuer-sponsored shares without opening or using a trading account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — if your shares are issuer-sponsored and registered in your personal name, you can sell them online without opening a trading account. For more information click here.
Yes — shares registered in joint names can be sold online through Unbroker, as long as both shareholders complete the ID verification process.
100 points of ID is a document-based identity check used in Australia. You’ll need to provide certified copies of documents—like a passport, licence, or utility bill—that add up to 100 points. For more information on 100 points of ID click here.
If your shares are issuer-sponsored and you have the SRN, you can sell them quickly online using Unbroker—no trading account required. For more information click here.
Yes — if your shares are issuer-sponsored, you can sell them online through Unbroker without opening a trading account or using a full-service broker.
Yes — if you're acting under a valid Power of Attorney, you can sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker by providing the required documents and ID. For more information click here.
An SRN identifies shares held directly with a share registry, while a HIN is used for shares held through a broker. Unbroker can only sell shares registered with an SRN. For more, click here.
Yes — if you’re acting as an executor or legal representative for an Estate, you can sell issuer-sponsored shares from through Unbroker by providing the required estate documents and ID. For more information on selling shares belonging to an estate click here.
That’s fine — both shareholders can authorise the funds to be paid into one person's account using a signed authority form provided by Unbroker.
A one-off share sale lets you sell issuer-sponsored shares without opening a trading account or using a full-service broker — perfect for casual or one-time sellers.
Unbroker specialises in one-off share sales — no trading account, no upsells, and no ongoing fees. We're built for people who just want to sell and move on. For a detailed comparison click here.
Most share sales settle within one to three business days — including ID verification, trade execution, and payment. Ubroker offers same-day sale and settlement, enabling you to receive your funds one business day after the sale. For more information on sales and settlement timelines click here.
Yes — if you have your SRN and ID, you can sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker without logging into the registry. Click here for more information.
Yes — if the shares are registered in the company’s name, they can be sold through Unbroker with the proper documentation and ASIC verification.
Yes — if the shares are registered in the name of your trust or SMSF, you can sell them through Unbroker by providing the deed, trustee ID, and other required documents.
Yes — if your ESS shares are issuer-sponsored and registered in your name, you can sell them through Unbroker without needing a trading account. For more information on selling shares from an ESS click here.
Yes — as an overseas resident, you can sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker by posting original certified ID and a signed authority form.
We’re required by law to verify the identity of each registered shareholder before processing a sale — it helps prevent fraud and ensures compliance with ASIC and anti-money laundering regulations. For more information on ID verification click here.
Your SRN is usually found on a holding statement or letter from the share registry — it’s required to sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker.
Yes — as long as you're using a licensed and compliant provider like Unbroker. We verify all sales, protect your information, and never ask for upfront payments.
Yes — as a parent or legal guardian, you can authorise the sale of shares held by a minor by providing certified ID and signing an authority form.
Yes — as long as your IPO shares are issuer-sponsored and no longer subject to escrow, you can sell them through Unbroker without needing a trading account.
If you’ve lost your holding statement, you’ll need to contact the share registry to request a replacement. Once you have your SRN, you can sell your shares through Unbroker.
Yes — as long as you can provide certified evidence of the name change (e.g. marriage certificate or name change certificate), Unbroker can help process your share sale.
You’ll also need 100 points of ID in your current legal name, along with your SRN.
Yes — you don’t need a TFN to sell your shares through Unbroker.
However, if no TFN is recorded on your shareholding, the registry may withhold tax from any dividends you’ve received. This doesn’t affect the sale itself.
If the shareholder can’t sign, someone else may be authorised to act under a valid Power of Attorney or court order. We’ll need certified documents confirming their authority before we can proceed.
