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CFDs are complex financial instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. CFDs are complex financial instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

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We’ll ask about your trading knowledge to ensure you get the best experience

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That includes proof of identity and proof of residency

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You can also withdraw your money easily, whenever you like

Start trading today. Call +971 (0) 4 5592108 or email sales.ae@ig.com. Our sales team is available from 8:00am to 6:00pm (Dubai time), Monday to Friday.

Contact us: +971 (0) 4 5592108

Start trading today. Call +971 (0) 4 5592108 or email sales.ae@ig.com. Our sales team is available from 8:00am to 6:00pm (Dubai time), Monday to Friday.

Contact us: +971 (0) 4 5592108

Why open a trading account with us?

Easy-to-use platforms

Seize your opportunity quickly and securely on fast, powerful platforms and apps.

The world’s No.11

Join over 313,000 traders worldwide who trust our FTSE 250, DFSA-regulated status, and benefit from over 45 years’ market leadership and expertise.

Competitive spreads

Trade popular markets like EUR/USD from 0.6 points, FTSE 100 from 1 point and Spot Gold from 0.3 points.

Friendly support

We’re on hand to help you achieve your trading goals, right from the moment you join – 24hrs a day, 7 days a week, except for Saturday from 2am to 12noon (Dubai time).

Effective risk management

Help protect your capital in-platform with our range of stop and limit orders, and keep track of your funds with an always-visible snapshot of your profit and loss.

Expert education

Develop your trading skills with our range of learning resources and practise risk-free in your demo account. Monitor your performance with the trade analytics tool once you start trading live.

What traders are saying

"IG is consistently reliable and trustworthy. You need a name you can trust when you have your money with them"

"IG are premier league compared to other trading systems. I have continuously recommended IG"

"IG is a fantastic broker. Easy deposits, great learning aids and their signals are also very good"

"IG offers by far the best trading service in the UK. Their whole team are both knowledgeable and helpful"

Who are IG?

We’re the world’s No.1 choice for CFD trading.1

Our business model is built around being on your side and wanting you to trade profitably. We’re a FTSE 250 company, based in London, and in the UAE we are regulated by the DFSA. We keep your money secure in a segregated client bank account under trustee arrangements with a credit worthy high street bank.

Who are IG?

We’re the world’s No.1 choice for CFD trading.1

Our business model is built around being on your side and wanting you to trade profitably. We’re a FTSE 250 company, based in London, and in the UAE we are regulated by the DFSA. We keep your money secure in a segregated client bank account under trustee arrangements with a credit worthy high street bank.

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Demo accounts are only available for CFD trading.

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Fast execution on a huge range of markets

Enjoy flexible access to 17,000 global markets, with reliable execution

Deal seamlessly, wherever you are

Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app*

Feel secure with a trusted provider

With more than 45 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service

*Best Finance App, Best Multi-Platform Provider and Best Platform for the Active Trader as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2024.

Demo accounts are only available for CFD trading.

Open an account now

Open an account now

Fast execution on a huge range of markets

Enjoy flexible access to 17,000 global markets, with reliable execution

Deal seamlessly, wherever you are

Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app*

Feel secure with a trusted provider

With more than 45 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service

*Best Finance App, Best Multi-Platform Provider and Best Platform for the Active Trader as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2024.

Start trading now

Log in to your account now to access today’s opportunity in a huge range of markets.

Start trading now

Log in to your account now to access today’s opportunity in a huge range of markets.

Trade on the UK's best platform2

Create a trading account with IG and you’ll find a wealth of features to save you time and help you deal.

Fast charts

Spot your opportunity and deal direct from our fastest, most responsive HTML5 charts ever.

Trading alerts

Keep your finger on the pulse, wherever you are, with price, indicator and economic alerts.

Best execution

Your success means you’ll stay with us. So we do our utmost to act in your favour at every stage of the dealing process.

Trade wherever, whenever

Busy schedule? Take your position on the move from our award-winning apps.2

Important information

  • Eligibility requirements
  • Documents Required
  • Corporate account
  • You must be over 21
  • You must meet our appropriateness assessment (in the application form) to see if CFD trading is appropriate for you – this is a regulatory requirement

Information checklist

  • It’s important to understand the basics of CFD trading
  • Do you understand the risks?

Full terms and agreements

Also make sure that you’ve read and understood our risk disclosure notice, customer agreements, order execution policy, conflicts policy and complaints information.

We must verify your identity before opening an account for you.

We aim to finalise or respond to your application within a few business hours. Please provide a copy of the following documents:

  • Proof of identity: a copy of your passport, or Emirates ID, or driving license
  • Proof of address: documents that are acceptable are a copy of tenancy contract, Utility bill, Ejari, bank statement or an employment letter including the home address. Any of these documents should not be older than 6 months and must contain the home address

You can send these via any of the methods below:

1. Take a photo of the documents on your smartphone or tablet, then email them to sales.ae@ig.com

2. Upload the documents on MYIG

If you’d prefer to discuss your application with a member of our account opening team, please call us on 00971 (0) 4 559 2108.

You can also ask about opening an account on 00971 (0) 4 559 2108 or sales.ae@ig.com. Our sales team is available from 8:00am to 6:00pm (Dubai time), Monday to Friday.

To find out more about our corporate accounts, email us on institutional.ae@ig.com or give us a call on +971 (0)4 5592029.

If you're ready to apply, please complete one of the below:

FAQ

What is an online trading account?

An online trading account enables you to trade on markets like forex, shares, indices and more. You may also be able to trade on both desktop and mobile, dependent on your provider.

How do I open a trading account online?

You can open a trading account by simply completing an online form – meaning that you can often start trading in minutes.

What markets can I trade with an IG trading account?

You can typically trade across thousands of markets – such as forex, shares, indices, cryptocurrencies, options and more.

Is online trading safe?

Your security is ultimately in the hands of your provider. 256-bit SSL (secure sockets layer) encryption – used by IG – is the current industry standard for online financial transactions. Some providers also offer two-factor authentication for added account security.

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*Best trading app as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2020.
1Based on revenue (published financial statements, 2022)
2Best trading platform as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards and Professional Trader Awards 2019. Best trading app as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2020