CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 80% 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 qualify for a Professional CFD Account, you must hold a CFD retail account with Trading 212 UK Ltd. and meet at least two of the following criteria:
- Trading Experience: You have placed at least 10 large trades per quarter over the past year.
- Financial Portfolio: Your financial assets are worth €500,000 or more (excluding property, crypto, and luxury assets).
- Industry Experience: You have worked in a professional financial role for at least one year, requiring knowledge of CFDs and leveraged trading.
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 for trading experience can I provide?
A PDF statement from a regulated broker showing your trading activity over the last 12 months.
📄 Note
If you're trading using your Trading 212 account, no documents are needed.
What financial portfolio evidence can I provide?
| Accepted assets | Not accepted assets |
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❗️ Important
The value of leveraged trades will not be counted as part of your portfolio.
What evidence can I provide for working in the financial sector?
An employment contract, HR-signed confirmation letter, or payslip.
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 |
📄 Key points
- You must meet two out of three qualification criteria.
- Not all assets count toward your financial portfolio.
- Professional accounts get higher leverage but fewer regulatory protections.