How to Sell Rio Tinto (RIO) Shares

Rio Tinto is an Anglo-Australian multinational and one of the world’s largest metals and mining corporations. The company was founded in 1873, when a multinational consortium of investors purchased a mine complex on the Rio Tinto, in Huelva, Spain, from the Spanish government. Since then, the company has grown through a long series of mergers and acquisitions to place itself among the world leaders in the production of many commodities, including aluminium, iron ore, copper, uranium, and diamonds. Although primarily focused on extraction of minerals, Rio Tinto also has significant operations in refining, particularly for refining bauxite and iron ore. The company has operations on six continents, but is mainly concentrated in Australia and Canada, and owns its mining operations through a complex web of wholly and partly owned subsidiaries. Rio Tinto has joint head offices in London (global and “plc”) and Melbourne (“Limited” – Australia).

Rio Tinto is a dual-listed company traded on both the London Stock Exchange, where it is a component of the FTSE 100 Index, and the Australian Securities Exchange, where it is a component of the S&P/ASX 200 index. Additionally, American Depositary Shares of Rio Tinto’s British branch are traded on the New York Stock Exchange, giving it listings on a total of 3 major stock exchanges.

Selling your Rio Tinto (RIO) shares in 4 easy steps

We have perfected one-off share sales so you can sell your shares hassle-free. Aussie Share Sales allows you to sell your shares simply and effectively with funds transferred directly to your nominated bank account.

We specialise in the one off sale of issuer sponsored shares acquired through IPO, employee shares schemes, company floats, or  inherited from deceased estates. We are also able to assist in the sale of shares in your maiden or spouse’s name.

Complete the online form

No lengthy or complex forms. Submit your application online in a few simple steps. 

Verify your ID

Confirm your identity in seconds with online verification.

We sell your shares

Shares are sold quickly and securely within 1-2 business days at the best available market price. No hidden fees.

You get paid

Your sale settles in two business days. Funds are transferred via direct deposit to your bank account.

Best service.
Best price.

$195 + 0.5%

per holding

(for holdings under $25,000)

Percentage fee is based on the value of the parcel sold. Prices are exclusive of GST. Fees are deducted from the proceeds of the share sale.

Holdings valued over $25,000 will be charged at a rate of $195 + 0.75%

Complex share sales requiring additional legal document verifications and regulatory compliance checks (ie shares owned by a company, trust, SMSF, or deceased estate), a surcharge of $50 or 0.5%, plus GST (whichever is greater) will apply.

Share sale form

When will you receive the money from selling your Rio Tinto (RIO) shares?

Once you click submit on our online form you can be assured that you will receive the proceeds of your sale  without delay. All share sales on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) have a settlement period of 2 business days (T + 2). Once settled, the funds are transferred to your nominated bank account. Generally you will received your money within 3 business days, though transfer times may occur depending on your financial institution.

Is there Capital Gains Tax (CGT) when I sell my Rio Tinto (RIO) shares?

When you sell shares there is a tax effect. We recommend you speak to an accountant or other expert in Australian tax law in relation to the sale of your shares and CGT.

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