Transfer to Freetrade's Junior ISA
Start a Junior ISA or Child Trust Fund transfer to Freetrade in minutes. More invested in their future. Less lost to account fees.
Capital at risk. JISA rules apply. Tax treatment depends on your personal circumstances and current rules and may change. Before transferring, check for any exit fees or loss of benefits from your current provider.
Why families transfer to Freetrade
Save on fees
No account fees. No commissions. So more money goes towards their future.
Make life easier
Your family’s finances, all in one place. Simple tools to build good habits, early.
Unlock more growth potential
Choose from global stocks, funds, ETFs, bonds, ready-made portfolios, and more.
Other charges, such as FX fees, may apply.
What can I transfer to a Freetrade Junior stocks and shares ISA?
You can transfer:
- Junior stocks and shares ISAs
- Junior cash ISAs
- Child Trust Funds
Transfer a Junior ISA with £0 fees
Freetrade doesn’t charge anything when you transfer your accounts to us. We also don’t charge account fees or commission fees.
So you can keep more of your child’s money invested, where it belongs.
Depending on the investments you choose, other charges could still apply. Check with your current provider for any exit fees before transferring.
How to transfer a Junior ISA or Child Trust Fund (CTF) to Freetrade
It only takes a few minutes to start your transfer.
Open a JISA with Freetrade using the mobile app or web platform.
Fill out a simple online form. It only takes a few minutes. You’ll need the provider name, account number, and the approximate value of the JISA or CTF you’re looking to transfer.
You can usually choose between transferring your child’s current investments as they are or selling them down to transfer over as cash.
You can usually choose between transferring your child’s current investments as they are or selling them down to transfer over as cash.
We’ll guide you through the transfer process and contact your current provider on your behalf. During the transfer, you usually won’t need to do anything yourself.
Timelines will vary depending on your provider, but we’ll chase them if needed.
Timelines will vary depending on your provider, but we’ll chase them if needed.
Remember: a child can only have one Junior stocks and shares ISA at a time, and they cannot hold a Junior ISA and a Child Trust Fund simultaneously. If they already have a Junior stocks and shares ISA or Child Trust Fund elsewhere, it must be transferred in full to Freetrade.
What you’ll get with a Freetrade Junior ISA
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Commission-free dealing
Unlimited free trades and low FX fees, so your money goes further.
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Easy to use
Manage your portfolio with ease on iOS, Android, or from your web browser.
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8,200+ investment choices
Choose from global stocks, funds, ETFs, bonds, and more. Get started quickly with ready-made portfolios.
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Support
Fast, friendly customer support when you need it.
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Intuitive tools for easy management
Automate your investing with recurring orders and Direct Debits.
One place to build your family’s future
When your child’s Junior ISA sits with one provider, your ISA with another, and your pension somewhere else, it’s harder to see the bigger picture.
With Freetrade, you can bring them together in one place:
- their Junior ISA with £0 account fee
- your stocks and shares ISA with £0 account fee
- your pension with £0 account fee
One app. One login. One clearer view of your family’s future.
Made for long-term investors
Whether it’s for education, a first home deposit, or simply giving your child a stronger financial start, Freetrade gives you an easy way to stay invested for the long run.
Manage your portfolio on iOS, Android, or web, with simple tools designed to help you stay on track.
Junior ISA transfer FAQs
Here you'll find answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you have a question that's not listed, please contact support.
Can I transfer a Junior ISA to Freetrade from another provider?
Why move a Junior ISA to the same provider as my ISA and pension?
Can one child have both a cash Junior ISA and a stocks and shares Junior ISA?
Is a Junior ISA the same as a Child Trust Fund (CTF)?
Can I transfer a Child Trust Fund to a Junior ISA?
How do I transfer a Child Trust Fund to a Junior ISA?
What can I invest in with Freetrade’s stocks and shares Junior ISA?
What’s a ready-made portfolio?
Are there any fees for a Junior ISA with Freetrade?
Can I withdraw the money in a Junior ISA early?
Can anyone make payments into a Freetrade Junior ISA?
Are contributions or transfers to a Junior ISA eligible for 1% cashback as part of the 2026 tax year end offer?
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