Smarter investing starts here.
Invest at least £300 with IG and get free shares worth up to £300.1 With zero commission2, no annual fees and over 12,000 stocks and ETFs to explore, start building your portfolio, your way.
How to get your free shares.
1. Set up your account.
Open your new share dealing account and use code WELCOME300 if you don’t already have a bespoke partner code.
2. Make your first investment.
Invest at least £300 within 30 days of your account being activated.
3. Stay invested.
Keep an average of £300 invested for 3 full months, after the initial month.
4. Get your free shares
Your free shares worth between £40 and 300 will be added to your account by the end of the following month.
1 Capital at risk. New customers only. Offer valid until 30 days after opening your account on ISA, GIA or SIPP accounts. Minimum share value £40. Cannot be used in conjunction with other offers. Terms & conditions apply.
Accounts
Choose how you invest.
- ISA
- GIA
- SIPP
For the tax-efficient investor that demands more.
No commission.2 No account fees.
Earn 3.75% AER variable on uninvested cash.3
Invest £20k tax-free a year.4
Free to open, with flexible withdrawals.
For the opportunity-driven investor growing their portfolio.
Over 12,000 stocks and ETFs.
Earn 3.75% AER variable on uninvested cash.3
No commission.2 No account fees.
For the future-focussed investor building for retirement.
Up to 45% tax relief on up to £60,000 a year.4
Earn 3.75% AER variable on uninvested cash.3
Over 12,000 stocks and ETFs.
Fair pricing
Pay less to invest.
Keep more of what’s yours, with IG’s competitive costs. Find out how your current provider compares to IG here.
Account Fees
Free
0.25%
(tiered)
ISA cap: £42
SIPP cap: £120
(tiered)
ISA cap: £42
SIPP cap: £120
£5.99 - £39.99/mo
0.35%
Cap £150/yr shares
Cap £150/yr shares
Commission fees
Free
£5.00
(tiered)
(tiered)
£3.99
(tiered)
(tiered)
£6.95
(tiered)
(tiered)
FX fees
0.7%
0.75%
(tiered)
(tiered)
0.75%
(tiered)
(tiered)
0.99%
(tiered)
(tiered)
Account Fees
Free
Commission fees
Free
FX fees
0.7%
Account Fees
0.25% (tiered) ISA cap: £42 SIPP cap: £120
Commission fees
£5.00 (tiered)
FX fees
0.75% (tiered)
Account Fees
£5.99 - £39.99/mo
Commission fees
£3.99 (tiered)
FX fees
0.75% (tiered)
Account Fees
0.35% Cap £150/yr shares
Commission fees
£6.95 (tiered)
FX fees
0.99% (tiered)
Figures correct as of 14/05/2026.
Why choose IG?
50 years of trading experience.
Over 2 million active accounts globally*.
An award-winning platform.
2026
Best For Share Traders
Boring Money
2026
Best Low Cost ISA
Boring Money
2025
Consumer Rated Value For Money
Boring Money
2025
Best Investing Education
Good Money Guide
FAQs
Still deciding?
We can help.
Do I need to use the promo code?
Yes. You must enter WELCOME300 when opening your account. Without it, you won’t be eligible.
What will the value of my free shares be?
You’ll receive a randomly allocated bundle of UK-listed shares worth between £40 and £300.
The approximate probability bands are:
£40–£50 |
60% |
£50.01–£75 |
25% |
£75.01–£100 |
10% |
£100.01–£200 |
4% |
£200.01–£300 |
1% |
What shares could I receive?
Free shares are selected from a list of eligible UK-listed companies, including:
AstraZeneca
Unilever
GSK
Tesco
M&S
Greggs
EasyJet
Rightmove
Experian
and other eligible London Stock Exchange-listed shares.
Can I take part if I already have an IG account?
No. This offer is only for new IG clients with no previous IG account.
What investment accounts does IG offer?
We offer a range of account types, designed to suit your investing goals. Choose from tax-efficient ISAs, general investing accounts (GIA), and SIPPs for retirement planning.
Can I transfer my investments to IG?
Yes. Manage all your investments in one place with IG. You can transfer your existing investments in to or out of IG, with no fees and no fuss.5
Does IG offer flexible ISAs?
Our ISA account is flexible, meaning you can invest tax-efficiently and still withdraw funds without losing your annual allowance.
How much does it cost to invest with IG?
Investing with IG is simple, and cost-efficient. There are no commissions on your trades and no account fees, so every pound goes into your portfolio. The only charge is a 0.7% FX fee on currency conversions.
Is there a minimum deposit amount with IG?
You can start investing with IG from as little as £1, meaning you can start building a portfolio with whatever amount suits you.
2 Commission free on all stocks and ETFs traded within a UK GBP GIA, ISA and SIPP account. Other fees may apply.
3 3.75% AER variable interest on GBP cash balances in GIA, ISA and SIPP accounts. Interest will be paid on balances up to £100k per client. To earn interest in a calendar month, you must either hold an open position or have traded.
4 Tax laws are subject to change and depend on individual circumstances. Tax law may differ in a jurisdiction other than the UK.
5 Physical share dematerialisation fee is £100 (inclusive of VAT) per certificate. Electronic shares are transferred free of charge. IG SIPPs are administered by Options Pensions, who charge a £210 annual fee and may charge for transferring investments not currently held in a SIPP. You may be out of the market for a period while your transfer takes place.
* Based on number of active trading and investment accounts with IG in May 2026. Active accounts are those enabled for deposits and trading.
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