There is no minimum transfer value
We do not charge a fee for transfers, but your current provider might charge you for exit fees. Check with them to be sure.
The types of ISAs and accounts you can transfer
- Cash ISAs (to our Stocks and Shares ISA)
- Junior ISAs (JISA)
- Stocks and Shares ISAs (full or partial transfers)
- General Investment Accounts (Vanguard funds only)
How much you can transfer
- Current tax year contributions – ISA rules require a full transfer.
- Previous tax year contributions – we accept full and partial transfers. If you want to do a partial transfer, we only accept Vanguard funds.
We only accept a full transfer.
We only accept a transfer of Vanguard funds.
What happens to my investments in the transfer process?
- If you have Vanguard funds with your current provider, they will be transferred across as units or shares (known as in specie or re-registration).
- If you have funds that are not Vanguard they will automatically be sold, and the cash generated from this will be transferred over to your new ISA.
- If you hold a cash ISA this will be transferred over to your new ISA as cash.
What you'll need to apply
- Your account number with your current provider.
- Details about your existing investments – such as value of the transfer, whether you have Vanguard funds or not.
- National Insurance number.
How to start a transfer
Apply online
Tell us a few details about your existing provider and investments. Please check your personal details like your name and address are up to date with your current provider as any differences can slow things down.
We contact your current provider
If your investments can be transferred electronically, you usually do not have to do anything else. We’ll only contact you if we need some extra information
Some providers need to see signed paperwork before transferring. If your provider is one of them we’ll give you a form to print, sign and post to us.
We let you know when it is complete
By sending you a secure message.
Need more help?
Do you have a Vanguard account?
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