Stocks and Shares ISA
In each tax year you can save or invest up to £20,000 in an ISA. With a Stocks and Shares ISA, you have complete flexibility as you can choose to invest your money in a wide range of different investments and any money you make in profit or dividendsThis is a payment made from a company to the people who have bought and hold their shares on a set date, usually when a company has made a profit. is completely free from UK tax.
Plus, we also make it simple for you to invest in a way that suits you. You can invest a lump sum at any time, or if you don’t want to invest a large amount, you can invest on a monthly basis.
Please remember that the value of all investments can fall as well as rise, and you may get back less than you invest. If you’re not sure about investing, seek financial advice. Tax treatment depends on personal circumstances and may be subject to change.
What charges do I pay?
Our charges are simple. You pay a flat-rate annual administration charge to hold an ISA and then pay commission each time you place a trade. Please make sure you read and understand the following charges before opening an account.
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Customer admin fee |
You can hold an ISA, a Share Dealing Account and a ShareBuilder all for a single charge of £36 a year (the same as £3 per month) |
Real-time online UK trades |
£9.50 dealing commission per trade |
Fund trades |
£9.50 online dealing commission per trade |
International online trading |
£0 dealing commission, 1.25% foreign exchange rate |
Scheduled regular investments |
£2 dealing commission per trade |
Telephone trading |
£25 dealing commission per trade |
This table shows the dealing commission and account charges you'll pay as standard. If you invest in a fund you'll also pay an ongoing charge directly to the fund manager. You may also pay government taxes and levies depending on the investment you choose. For full details please read our Charges page.
Please remember that the value of investments and the income from them can fall as well as rise, and you may get back less than you invest. If you’re not sure about investing, seek financial advice. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future.
Need a little more information? Our Investing quick guide (PDF, 1.8 MB) could help you.

Halifax Share Dealing Limited. Registered in England and Wales no. 3195646. Registered Office: Trinity Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 2RG. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under registration number 183332. A Member of the London Stock Exchange and an HM Revenue & Customs Approved ISA Manager.