CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 77% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
To do so, you need to hold a CFD retail account with our Trading 212 UK Ltd. entity and meet at least two of the criteria below:
- You have carried out a minimum of 10 significantly sized trades each quarter across the last year.
- Your financial portfolio is worth €500K or more.
- You work or have worked in the financial sector for at least one year in a professional position requiring knowledge of leveraged trading/CFDs and their associated risks.
What counts as significant trades?
- £10,000 notional trade value for equities and ETFs; or
- £50,000 notional trade value for forex, indices and commodities.
What evidence can I provide?
PDF copy of investment account statement in the last 12 months (must include your full name)
Investment accounts must be with a regulated firm, including Trading 212*.
*If you want to evidence your significant trades using your Trading 212 account, you do not need to provide copies of your statements.
What are the accepted financial portfolios?
| We accept ✅ | We don't accept ❌ |
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The notional value of trades on a leveraged account will not be accepted to reflect the actual size of the portfolio.
What evidence can I provide for working in the financial sector?
You can provide a copy of your contract for employment; an HR-signed employment confirmation letter, a payslip, etc.
We will not accept university degree qualification certificates.What are the professional margin rates compared to retail rates?
| Pro | Retail | |
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Major currency pairs |
1:500 | 1:30 |
| Major indices | 1:500 | 1:20 |
| Commodities | 1:300 | 1:20 |
| Minor currency pairs | 1:300 | 1:20 |
| Minor indices | 1:300 | 1:10 |
| Stocks & ETFs | 1:20 | 1:5 |