Trading 212: Free share worth up to £100 and great ISA rates.
The fan favourite offer from Trading 212 is back online after taking a month off.
Trading 212 is currently giving new (or recent sign-ups) a randomly selected fractional share worth up to £100, and you only need to fund your account with a £1 to qualify. Read the full guide below.
How to get a free share from Trading 212
1) Open an account and verify your identity:
Download the Trading 212 app via this special link. You must join with a referral link to claim this offer, you can use ours by clicking below.
Immediately after registering, you will need to verify your identity by uploading your ID and proof of address when prompted. It should only take a minute to complete this step.
2) Make the qualifying deposit:
Deposit £1 into your account, either by debit / credit card, Apple Pay or bank transfer. Trading 212 lets you make free deposits via card payments (up to a total deposit value of £2,000), so we recommend making your first deposit via card.
It's the quickest way to fund your account and get your free share as bank transfers can sometimes take an hour or two to clear.
3) Wait for the free share to appear
It can take up to 3 business days for the free fractional share to appear on your Trading 212 account. You will see a notification in the app when the trade has been executed, and soon after the randomly allocated share will be listed in your portfolio.
4) Hold or sell. That's your choice.
When the share is visible in your portfolio, it's yours. That means you can do what you like with it.
You can sell it and cash out. Hold on to it. Or sell it and buy something else. It's completely up to!
Remember, this free share is technically an investment, and investing involves risk. Free shares may fluctuate in value and selling may incur tax or other implications.
Why Choose Trading 212?
Trading 212 offers commission-free trading across thousands of stocks and ETFs, so you can buy fractional shares without per-trade charges. The app suits both newcomers and experienced investors with simple order entry, a demo account for practice, and tools to manage positions.
You keep access to an ISA wrapper for tax-free investing and can move money in and out quickly. Uninvested cash earns a competitive interest rate, making short-term holdings work a little harder for you.
Key points:
- Commission-free stocks, ETFs and fractional shares
- Demo account and intuitive mobile interface
- Stocks & Shares ISA available
- Interest paid on uninvested cash
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Trading 212 regulated and secure for your money?
Trading 212 is regulated by UK and German authorities, so your account activities fall under recognised oversight. Investor protection covers eligible clients’ cash and assets up to around £85,000 / €100,000. Keep personal security strong: use unique passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and monitor statements regularly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become eligible for a promotional free share when opening a new account?
You normally need to register for a Trading 212 account and meet the promotion’s minimum requirements. That typically means completing identity verification, depositing the minimum qualifying amount (often £1 or a specified sum) and, if required, entering any advertised promo code. Some promotions also require you to open a specific account type (for example, an Invest trading account rather than an ISA) or to be a new customer.
What actions must you take to claim the promotional free share after registering?
Follow the promotion’s instructions exactly. Common steps include:
- Complete account sign-up and verification.
- Make the required deposit and, if applicable, choose the account type specified by the offer.
- Enter the promo code or use the referral link within the app or during registration.
- Wait for confirmation from Trading 212 (email or in-app). Keep screenshots or confirmation emails until the share appears, in case you need to contact support.
How long should you expect before the promotional share appears in your account?
Timing varies by campaign. Most offers credit the free fractional share within a few days to a few weeks after you meet the conditions. Some promotions have a clear stated window (for example, within 7–30 days). If the promotion lists a processing timeframe, use that as your guide.
Can you sell or withdraw the promotional share immediately, and are there any special limits?
You can usually sell the free fractional share, but platforms may impose short restrictions:
- Some schemes require you to hold the share for a minimum period (commonly 30 days) before you can withdraw the proceeds.
- The share itself is typically deposited into your trading account, not an ISA, unless the promotion states otherwise.
- Selling converts the share into cash in your account; withdrawing that cash may still be subject to the platform’s withdrawal rules. Check the specific promotion terms and the platform’s help pages for any holding periods or transfer restrictions.
What should you do if you used a referral link but the promotional share never arrives?
First, confirm you completed every requirement (deposit, verification, correct account type, promo code or referral used). Then:
- Check the promotion’s published timeframe.
- Look for confirmation messages or emails.
- Contact Trading 212 support via in-app chat or help channels and provide registration details, timestamps and any confirmation screenshots. Keep records of your interactions until the matter is resolved.
Are there charges or tax implications in the UK when you receive and sell a promotional share?
Receiving a free share normally does not attract a fee, but platform rules vary for selling or withdrawing funds. Tax considerations:
- The free share itself is not taxed on receipt.
- If you sell the share and make a gain, capital gains tax rules may apply to the profit above your annual CGT allowance.
- Dividend income from the share is taxable in the tax year it’s paid, subject to dividend allowances. Keep records of transactions and dividends, and consult HMRC guidance or a tax adviser for personal tax treatment.
