Top Questions About IG's Cryptocurrency Offering

Only UK-based clients who meet IG's eligibility criteria. Eligibility is determined during the application process, which includes an assessment questionnaire.

The assessment consists of 8 questions with a 75% pass mark (6 out of 8 correct answers required). You will have two attempts before having to wait 24 hours to try again. If you fail after the third attempt, you will be deemed as not suitable for this type of account.

No additional applications are required to access IG's cryptocurrency service. You can invest in cryptocurrencies using the existing IG mobile app or web platform.

Yes. Your crypto account must work alongside at least one other IG account (Share Dealing, CFD, or Spread Bet) to hold cash. If you don't have another account, we'll automatically create a Share Dealing account for you.

IG's cryptocurrency service provides access to 57 digital assets, including:

• Original cryptocurrencies (35): Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Dogecoin (DOGE), Solana (SOL), plus many more established cryptocurrencies
• New additions (22): Including USDC stablecoin, Uniswap (UNI), Aptos (APT), Optimism (OP), Maker (MKR), The Sandbox (SAND), Ethereum Name Service (ENS), The Graph (GRT), and more

For a complete list, see our comprehensive guide to all available cryptocurrencies.

Yes. Cryptocurrency investing on IG is available round the clock, seven days a week.

The minimum investment amount for cryptocurrency investing on IG is £1.

Yes. You can toggle between GBP and USD pricing on asset lists, token detail pages, and trade tickets.

USDC is a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, providing stability compared to other cryptocurrencies. It's useful for holding USD-denominated value or as a stable store of value during market volatility.

No. USDC remains within the crypto ecosystem only and cannot be used to fund CFDs, Share Dealing, or Spread Betting accounts.

IG applies a 1.49% spread as a flat fee for all cryptocurrency transactions (buy and sell).

• 1.49% spread fee on all trades
• 0 FX fee
• 0 commission

Your crypto account does not hold cash directly. Instead:

• Cash is held in your other IG accounts (Share Dealing, CFD, or Spread Bet)
• When you buy crypto, you select which account to use
• Cash is automatically swept at the point of purchase
• When you sell crypto, proceeds return to your selected account

Cryptocurrencies cannot currently be included in Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) or Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs). Current UK regulations prevent the inclusion of cryptocurrencies in these tax-advantaged accounts.

Not yet. External crypto deposits and withdrawals are coming soon. Currently, cryptocurrencies must remain within the IG platform.

 No direct internal transfers are needed. When you buy crypto, you simply select which account to use (Share Dealing, CFD, or Spread Bet), and cash is automatically swept at the point of purchase.

1. Deposit funds to any of your IG accounts (Share Dealing, CFD, or Spread Bet)
2. Use all standard IG payment methods: bank transfer, card, Apple Pay, open banking
3. When buying crypto, select which account to use
4. Cash is automatically transferred at purchase

All standard IG payment methods:

• Bank transfers (via Faster Payments Service)
• Debit and credit cards (GBP only)
• Apple Pay
• Open Banking

Standard IG deposit limits apply based on your payment method and account type. Check your account settings for specific limits.

1. Sell your cryptocurrency
2. Choose which IG account receives the proceeds
3. Go to that account (Share Dealing, CFD, or Spread Bet)
4. Request withdrawal using standard IG withdrawal methods

Currently, market orders only.

Coming Soon:

• Limit orders
• Stop loss orders

 Yes. Based on available liquidity, trades may partially fill. Any unfilled portion is refunded to your wallet.

Prices update every second for all 55+ cryptocurrencies, providing real-time market data.

Most trades complete within 5 seconds. During high volatility or heavy traffic, trades may take up to 1 minute. If your trade exceeds 1 minute, there may be an issue - contact support.

The trade preview shows an estimated conversion rate and refreshes every 10 seconds. The actual rate is determined when you submit the order.

Your account screen displays:

• Crypto: Total value of cryptocurrency holdings
• Stablecoins: USDC value shown separately
• Total account value: Sum of crypto + stablecoins
• P&L: Overall profit and loss
• Max available to trade: Sum of cash balances across all your IG accounts that can be used for crypto purchases

Your cryptoassets are held by Coinbase Prime, a regulated custodian with:

• SOC 1 Type 2 certification - Controls over financial reporting
• SOC 2 Type 2 certification - Security, availability, and confidentiality controls

Institutional-grade security measures include:

• Cold storage for majority of assets
• Multi-signature wallets
• Regular security audits
• Insurance coverage

IG maintains PCI/DSS compliance for secure payment processing when you fund your IG accounts.

Yes. IG Digital Assets, part of the IG Group, is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority as a cryptoasset service provider.

Your crypto holdings are segregated and held securely by a regulated custodian. While not a traditional "personal wallet," your assets are separately identifiable and protected.

• External crypto deposits and transfers - Deposit and withdraw crypto from external wallets
• Advanced charting tools - Enhanced technical analysis capabilities
• Additional order types - Limit orders and stop loss functionality
• Swap functionality - Swap allows you to exchange one cryptocurrency directly for another without converting to cash first

For assistance with IG's cryptocurrency service:

• Visit IG's Help and Support for comprehensive guides and FAQs
• Contact via live chat available on our website or WhatsApp
• Available 24/7 (except Friday 10pm - Saturday 8am)