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trading account

A secure and easy to use online trading account with clear, fair and competitive pricing.

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an everyday dealing account offering
a wide range of investments
no upper contribution limits
manage your money in up to nine currencies

a great value trading account

We believe investing fees should be simple and fair. We'll charge you £22.50 each quarter for safe custody of your assets and return this amount to you as non-refundable trading credits. To buy and sell online usually costs a flat rate of £10 a trade, which we reduce to £6 for your first 3 months and if you trade frequently.

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our trading account features and benefits
easy to apply

Apply for an account in your sole name or in joint names on your desktop, tablet or mobile in just a few minutes.

multiple currencies

Manage your money in multiple currencies - you can hold up to nine currencies, including US Dollars, Euros and Sterling.

wide choice

Select from over 3,000 funds, UK (including AIM) and international shares, Investment Trusts, Exchange Traded Funds and more, with access to 17 global exchanges.

manage on the move

it pays to transfer to ii

You could be eligible for £100 - £2,000 cashback with our autumn offer. Terms apply.

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an award-winning and great value service

interactive investor's new pricing model makes it great value for investors looking to consolidate reasonably-sized pots in one place.

Jeremy Fawcett, Head of Platforum (Money Observer, October 2017)

streaming share prices (Level 2) with Quotestream

trade 10 or more times a month on average in the preceding three month period and you'll not only qualify for our frequent trader rate but you'll also get Quotestream access for free

Please remember, the value of your investments may go down as well as up and you may not get back all the money that you invest. The value of international investments may be affected by currency fluctuations which might reduce their value in sterling. We may receive two elements of commission in relation to international dealing - Trading commission and our FX charge. Please see our Rates and Charges for full details of the costs.

new to ii?

To open a sole name Trading Account you must be 18 or over and either a UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man resident.

Apply on your desktop, tablet or mobile in just a few minutes. Please have the following information to hand:

  • Your address details (last three years)
  • Your National Insurance number
  • Your debit card details

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Looking for a joint trading account? find out more

already an ii customer?

It's even quicker and easier to open a sole name Trading Account if you have an ii SIPP or ISA.

Simply log in using the button below and choose 'Trading Account' from the available options. Your new Trading Account will automatically be linked to your existing accounts so you only make one quarterly payment.

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Looking for a joint trading account? find out more

Linking your accounts and the benefits find out more