Grow your retirement savings tax-free with a Roth IRA

The opportunity to grow your retirement savings tax-free and withdraw money when needed.1 That's the power and flexibility of a Roth IRA.

Tax savings

Any investment growth in a Roth is tax-free, with tax-free withdrawals in retirement.1

Access to your contributions

Any amount you add to your Roth can be withdrawn without taxes or penalties, anytime, for any reason.

Numerous ways to invest

Whether you invest on your own or have us do it, you can choose from stocks to ETFs to crypto and more.

How to get started with a Roth IRA

How to get started with a Roth IRA

To be eligible to contribute, you simply need to earn income within specific IRS limits.

View IRS limits

Fees and minimums for a Roth IRA2

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Account fees

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How do you want to manage your investments?

As hands-on or hands-off as you're looking for, we've got you covered when it comes to choosing a Roth IRA.

Select your own investments

Manage your own portfolio using our free planning tools.3

  • No account-opening fees or minimums2—invest with as little as $1
  • Choose from a broad range of investment options, including those designed for retirement, such as target date funds

Investments personalized for you

Fidelity Go® is one of several managed account services that can help you with both financial planning and investing.

  • No minimum to open an account—invest with as little as $104
  • $0 advisory fee for balances under $25K (0.35% for balances of $25K+)4
  • Designed for investing goals of 3+ years

Invest your money to unlock your Roth IRA’s full potential

From mutual funds and ETFs to stocks, bonds, and more, Fidelity offers a variety of ways to get invested—so you can build your future on your terms.

Compare IRAs

Roth and traditional IRAs have different tax perks and income eligibility rules; open and contribute to the one that suits you.

Roth IRA

Investments
  • Potential earnings grow tax-free
Contributions
  • Made with after-tax dollars
  • Not tax-deductible
Withdrawals
  • Tax and penalty-free withdrawals of contributions at any time, for any reason
  • Tax-free and penalty-free withdrawals of earnings if you meet IRS qualified distribution requirements5
  • Before age 59½, you may incur a 10% early-withdrawal penalty; certain exceptions apply6
Required minimum distributions
  • Not required
Eligibility requirements
  • Must be age 18 or older
  • Must have earned income within specific IRS income limits; in 2025, the upper limits for a partial contribution are:
    • Less than $165,000 if single
    • Less than $246,000 if married filing jointly

Traditional IRA

Investments
  • Potential earnings grow tax-deferred
Contributions
  • Made with after-tax dollars
  • Tax-deductible, if you meet income requirements7
Withdrawals
  • You pay taxes on your contributions and any earnings when you withdraw
  • Before age 59½, you may incur a 10% early-withdrawal penalty; certain exceptions apply6
Required minimum distributions
  • Generally, you’re required to take out a minimum amount of money starting at age 73
Eligibility requirements
  • Must be age 18 or older
  • Must have earned income—however, for contributions to be tax-deductible, specific income limits apply

Find out which IRA is right for you

Answer a few questions and we’ll show you the accounts and amounts that are possible for you.

Learn more about Roth IRAs

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Roth IRAs: What to know

In this episode of Money Unscripted, get expert insights on how Roth IRAs work, what makes them a powerful retirement savings tool, and who can benefit.

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3 reasons to choose a Roth IRA

A Roth IRA could be a backup emergency savings account, a down payment on your first home, or a tax-free legacy.

Flexible access to your contributions

You can withdraw contributions to a Roth IRA at any time—tax- and penalty-free.

In an ideal world, you could leave your Roth IRA money invested for the future. But sometimes life throws you a curveball and the Roth IRA may be able to help.

Down payment for your first home

If your account has been open for 5 years, you can withdraw up to $10,000 of earnings tax- and penalty-free for a first-time home purchase.

Money when you need it—and only when you need it

Unlike traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs have no required minimum distributions (RMDs) for the original owner.

Spend it? Keep it invested? It’s up to you as long as:
  • You’re over age 59½ 
  • Your account has been open at least 5 years
  • You’re the original account owner

Frequently asked questions

Explore more ways to save for retirement

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Convert an existing account for tax-free growth potential

You can pay taxes on your existing retirement account to move your savings to a Roth IRA, letting you enjoy the potential for future tax-free growth.

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Invest in your child’s future retirement

This is a way to help your child start saving for retirement. It’s opened on behalf of a child who has earned income and it’s managed by an adult.

Looking for something else?

We’ll guide you through some basic questions to help you find accounts that may fit your goals.

Questions about Roth IRAs?

We can help you find the answers.

Keep in mind that investing involves risk. The value of your investment will fluctuate over time, and you may gain or lose money.

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Fidelity Crypto® for IRAs is offered by Fidelity Digital Assets® Investing involves risk, including risk of total loss. Crypto as an asset class is highly volatile, can become illiquid at any time, and is for investors with a high risk tolerance. Crypto may also be more susceptible to market manipulation than securities. Crypto is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Securities Investor Protection Corporation, or any other government agency, and is not an obligation of any bank. Investors in crypto do not benefit from the same regulatory protections applicable to registered securities. Fidelity Crypto® accounts and custody and trading of crypto in such accounts are provided by Fidelity Digital Assets, National Association, which is a national trust bank. Brokerage services in support of securities trading are provided by Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC (“FBS”), and related custody services are provided by National Financial Services LLC (“NFS”), each a registered broker-dealer and member NYSE and SIPC. Neither FBS nor NFS offer crypto as a direct investment nor provide trading or custody services for such assets. Fidelity Crypto and Fidelity Digital Assets are registered service marks of FMR LLC.

Target date funds are an asset mix of stocks, bonds, and other investments that automatically become more conservative as the fund approaches its target retirement date and beyond. Principal invested is not guaranteed.

1. For a distribution to be considered qualified, the 5-year aging requirement has to be satisfied, and you must be age 59½ or older or meet one of several exemptions (disability, qualified first-time home purchase, or death among them).

2. No account fees or minimums to open Fidelity retail IRA accounts. Expenses charged by investments (e.g., funds, managed accounts, and certain HSAs), and commissions, interest charges, and other expenses for transactions, may still apply. See Fidelity.com/commissions for further details.

3. Fidelity's Planning and Guidance center allows you to create and monitor multiple independent financial goals. While there is no fee to generate a plan, expenses charged by your investments and other fees associated with trading or transacting in your account would still apply. You are responsible for determining whether, and how, to implement any financial planning considerations presented, including asset allocation suggestions, and for paying applicable fees. Financial planning does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation of any offer to buy, or a recommendation of any security by Fidelity Investments or any third-party.

4. There is no minimum amount required to open a Fidelity Go account. However, in order for us to invest your money according to the investment strategy you've chosen, your account balance must be at least $10. The Fidelity Go program advisory fee is calculated and charged at the account level.

5. For a distribution to be considered qualified, the 5-year aging requirement has to be satisfied, and you must be age 59½ or older or meet one of several exemptions (disability, qualified first-time home purchase, or death among them).

6. One of the following criteria must be met in order to take penalty-free withdrawals from either a Roth or traditional IRA: age 59½, qualified higher education expenses, qualified first home purchase (up to $10,000), birth or adoption (up to $5,000), certain major medical expenses, certain long-term unemployment expenses, death, or disability. If any of these common exception situations apply to you, you may need to file IRS form 5329 to claim the exemption. For a full list of exceptions, see IRS PUB 590b at www.irs.gov. Always consult your tax advisor about your specific situation.

7. For a traditional IRA, full deductibility of a 2025 contribution is available to covered individuals whose 2025 Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) is $126,000 or less (joint filers) and $79,000 or less (single filer); partial deductibility for MAGI up to $146,000 (joint) and $89,000 (single). In addition, full deductibility of a contribution is available for non-covered individuals whose spouse is covered by an employer sponsored plan for joint filers with a MAGI of $236,000 or less in 2025; and partial deductibility for MAGI up to $246,000. If neither you nor your spouse (if any) is a participant in a workplace plan, then your traditional IRA contribution is always tax deductible, regardless of your income. For 2026, full deductibility of a contribution is available to covered individuals whose 2026 Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) is $129,000 or less (joint filers) and $81,000 or less (single filer); partial deductibility for MAGI up to $149,000 (joint) and $91,000 (single). In addition, full deductibility of a contribution is available for non-covered individuals whose spouse is covered by an employer sponsored plan for joint filers with a MAGI of $242,000 or less in 2026; and partial deductibility for MAGI up to $252,000. If neither you nor your spouse (if any) is a participant in a workplace plan, then your traditional IRA contribution is always tax deductible, regardless of your income.

Fidelity Go® provides discretionary investment management, and in certain circumstances, nondiscretionary financial planning, for a fee. Advisory services offered by Strategic Advisers LLC (Strategic Advisers), a registered investment adviser. Brokerage services provided by Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC (FBS), and custodial and related services provided by National Financial Services LLC (NFS), each a member NYSE and SIPC. Strategic Advisers, FBS and NFS are Fidelity Investments companies.

Fidelity does not provide legal or tax advice. The information herein is general in nature and should not be considered legal or tax advice. Consult an attorney or tax professional regarding your specific situation.

Before investing, consider the funds' investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses. Contact Fidelity for a prospectus or, if available, a summary prospectus containing this information. Read it carefully.

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