Open a Stocks and Shares ISA

Filling in the application takes about 4 minutes

Before opening an account, you should:

Check you understand ISA rules

The annual ISA allowance is £20,000. You can have ISAs with more than one provider in a tax year. ISA and tax rules can change and their benefits depend on your circumstances.

Read more about ISA tax rules


Be free from significant debt

Other than a mortgage or student loan, you should pay off significant debt before investing. In addition, you should have 3 to 6 months of essential expenses in cash for emergencies.


Be comfortable choosing investments

There are ready-made options if you need help to get started.

Investing for longer increases the likelihood of positive returns. Over a period of five years or more, investments usually give you a higher return compared to cash savings. But investments can go down as well as up in value, so you could get back less than you put in.

If you’re not sure an investment is right for you, contact us for financial advice.


Check you are eligible. You must:

  • Be 18 years old or over

  • Live in the UK

  • Be a UK resident for tax purposes


Important documents to read:

By opening a Stocks and Shares ISA, you agree to our terms and the Stocks and Shares ISA Declaration, so please make sure you've read and understood our:

Please contact us if you have any questions.

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