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IG Account Opening 2026: Types, Deposit & Verification
Complete guide to opening an account with IG. Minimum deposit: $250 ($0 bank transfer). Available account types, KYC requirements, and step-by-step instructions.
What are IG account opening?
Minimum Deposit
$250 ($0 bank transfer)
Max Leverage
1:30 (Retail UK/EU) | 1:200 (Pro)
Platforms
IG Platform, L2 Dealer, ProRealTime, MT4
Islamic Account
Yes (Select regions)
Demo Account
Yes (unlimited)
Copy Trading
No
IG Account Types
Standard CFD Account — Min. deposit: $0. Spreads from 0.6 pips. All 17,000+ markets.
Professional Account — Min. deposit: Must meet eligibility criteria. Higher leverage up to 500:1. Reduced margin requirements.
Share Dealing Account (UK) — Min. deposit: No minimum. Buy real shares. ISA and SIPP available.
Spread Betting Account (UK/Ireland) — Min. deposit: $0. Tax-free profits for UK residents. Same markets as CFDs.
Verification & KYC Process
Opening an account with IG is a fully digital process that typically takes 1-3 business days for verification. The broker accepts clients from most countries and offers various account types including standard CFD accounts, spread betting (UK/Ireland), and share dealing accounts.
Ready to check IG's account opening yourself?
Open IG AccountAvailable Trading Platforms
IG supports the following trading platforms: IG Platform, L2 Dealer, ProRealTime, MT4. MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is available for those who prefer the industry-standard platform.
Demo Account
IG offers a free demo account: Yes (unlimited). A demo account allows you to practice trading with virtual money before committing real funds. This is especially valuable for beginners learning the platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
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