Create a trading account
Call 0800 195 3100 or email newaccounts.uk@ig.com to talk about opening an account.
Why open a trading account with us?
Easy-to-use platforms
Seize your opportunity quickly and securely on fast, powerful platforms and apps.
The world’s No.11
Join over 346,000 traders worldwide who trust our FTSE 250, and benefit from over 45 years’ market leadership and expertise.
Competitive spreads
Trade popular markets like EUR/USD from 0.6 points, FTSE 100 from 1 point and Spot Gold from 0.3 points.
Friendly support
We’re on hand to help you achieve your trading goals, right from the moment you join – 24hrs a day from 8am Saturday to 10pm Friday.
Effective risk management
Help protect your capital in-platform with our range of stop and limit orders, and keep track of your funds with an always-visible snapshot of your profit and loss.
Expert education
Develop your trading skills with our range of learning resources and practise risk-free in your demo account. Monitor your performance with the trade analytics tool once you start trading live.
What traders are saying
"IG is consistently reliable and trustworthy. You need a name you can trust when you have your money with them"
"IG are premier league compared to other trading systems. I have continuously recommended IG"
"IG is a fantastic broker. Easy deposits, great learning aids and their signals are also very good"
"IG offers by far the best trading service in the UK. Their whole team are both knowledgeable and helpful"
Who are IG?
We invented spread betting in 1974 and have led the way in our industry ever since. Today, we’re the world’s No.1 choice for spread betting and CFD trading.1
Our business model is built around being on your side and wanting you to trade profitably. We’re a FTSE 250 company, based in London, authorised and regulated by the FCA. We keep your money secure in ring-fenced accounts at regulated banks.
Who are IG?
We invented spread betting in 1974 and have led the way in our industry ever since. Today, we’re the world’s No.1 choice for spread betting and CFD trading.1
Our business model is built around being on your side and wanting you to trade profitably. We’re a FTSE 250 company, based in London, authorised and regulated by the FCA. We keep your money secure in ring-fenced accounts at regulated banks.
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*Demo accounts are only available for spread betting and CFD trading.
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Fast execution on a huge range of markets
Enjoy flexible access to 15,000+ global markets, with reliable execution
Deal seamlessly, wherever you are
Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app
Feel secure with a trusted provider
With 50 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service
*Demo accounts are only available for spread betting and CFD trading.
Open an account now
Open an account now
Fast execution on a huge range of markets
Enjoy flexible access to 15,000+ global markets, with reliable execution
Deal seamlessly, wherever you are
Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app
Feel secure with a trusted provider
With 50 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service
Trade on the UK's best platform2
Create a trading account with IG and you’ll find a wealth of features to save you time and help you deal.
Fast charts
Spot your opportunity and deal direct from our fastest, most responsive HTML5 charts ever.
Trading alerts
Keep your finger on the pulse, wherever you are, with price, indicator and economic alerts.
Best execution
Your success means you’ll stay with us. So we do our utmost to act in your favour at every stage of the dealing process.
Trade wherever, whenever
Busy schedule? Take your position on the move from our award-winning apps.2
Important information
- Applying by post
- Eligibility requirements
- Proof of identity
- Corporate account
If you'd prefer to apply by post, download and print the relevant pdf form and send it to:
New Accounts
IG
Cannon Bridge House
25 Dowgate Hill
London
EC4R 2YA
Please remember to include proof of your identity when returning this form. Also make sure that you’ve read and understood our risk disclosure notice, customer agreements, order execution policy, conflicts policy and complaints information.
- You must be over 18
- You must meet our appropriateness assessment (in the application form) to see if spread betting, CFD trading, US futures and options or share dealing is appropriate for you – this is a regulatory requirement
- You must be resident in the UK or Ireland to open a spread betting account
- Please note you must be a UK resident to open an IG stocks and shares ISA
Information checklist
- It’s important to understand the basics of spread betting, CFD trading and US futures and options
- Do you understand the risks?
We must verify your identity before opening an account for you.
We aim to finalise or respond to your application within a few business hours. Please provide a copy of the following documents:
- Passport OR driving licence
- PLUS a bank statement, credit card bill or utility bill from the last six months (we can’t accept mobile phone bills)
You can send these via any of the methods below:
1. Take a photo of the documents on your smartphone or tablet, then email them to newaccountenquiries.uk@ig.com
2. Fax a copy to +44 (0) 20 7 633 5370
3. Post a photocopy to IG, Cannon Bridge House, 25 Dowgate Hill, London, EC4R 2YA.
If you’d prefer to discuss your application with a member of our new business team, please call us on 0800 195 3100 (freephone) or +44 20 7633 5300.
You can also ask about opening an account on 0800 195 3100 or newaccountenquiries.uk@ig.com. We’re available from 8am to 6pm (UK time), Monday to Friday.
Want to check on your application’s progress? Email us at newaccounts.uk@ig.com
To find out more about our corporate accounts, email us on newcorporate@ig.com or give us a call on +44 20 7573 0219.
If you're ready to apply, please complete one of the below:
FAQs
What is an online trading account?
An online trading account enables you to trade on markets like forex, shares, indices and more. You may also be able to trade on both desktop and mobile, dependent on your provider.
How do I open a trading account online?
You can open a trading account by simply completing an online form
What markets can I trade with an IG trading account?
You can trade across thousands of markets – such as forex, shares, indices, US-listed options and futures and more.
Is online trading safe?
Your security while trading online is ultimately in the hands of your provider. 256-bit SSL (secure sockets layer) encryption – used by IG – is the current industry standard for online financial transactions. Some providers also offer two-factor authentication for added account security.
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1 Based on revenue (published financial statements, 2023)
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Awarded ‘best finance app’ and ‘best multi-platform provider’ at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2024
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Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 71% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Professional clients trading spread bets and CFDs can lose more than they deposit.
Options and futures are complex instruments which come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. They’re not suitable for most investors. Before you invest, you should consider whether you understand how options and futures work, the risks of trading these instruments and whether you can afford to lose more than your original investment.
Trading stocks and shares ‘on margin’ within a US options and futures account – meaning that you only finance part of the cost of acquiring a position in a security – carries additional risks over buying securities on a fully funded basis and may result in losses exceeding your original investment. Trading on margin will also result in additional costs to you as the investor and any securities purchased using margin may be held as collateral by the lender, restricting both your rights as shareholder, and your ability to use the securities until the margin trade is closed. You should familiarise yourself with these risks before trading on margin.
The value of shares, ETFs and other ETPs bought through a share dealing account, a US options and futures account, a stocks and shares ISA or a SIPP can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you originally put in. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Some ETPs carry additional risks depending on how they’re structured, investors should ensure they familiarise themselves with the differences before investing.
Share dealing and IG Smart Portfolio accounts provided by IG Trading and Investments Ltd, CFD accounts and US options and futures accounts are provided by IG Markets Ltd, spread betting provided by IG Index Ltd.
IG is a trading name of IG Trading and Investments Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 11628764), IG Markets Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 04008957) and IG Index Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 01190902). Registered address at Cannon Bridge House, 25 Dowgate Hill, London EC4R 2YA. IG Markets Ltd (Register number 195355), IG Trading and Investments Ltd (Register Number 944492) and IG Index Ltd (Register number 114059) are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
The information on this site isn’t directed at residents of the United States, Belgium or any particular country outside the UK and isn’t intended for distribution to, or use by, any person in any country or jurisdiction where such distribution or use would be contrary to local law or regulation.