Regulation & Safety · 2026

IG Regulation & Safety 2026

All regulators, license numbers, compensation schemes, and regulatory history for IG as of April 2026.

ESMA Risk Warning

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

Quick Answer

Yes, IG is fully regulated. It holds 3 active licenses from BaFin, FCA, ASIC. Compensation scheme: ICF up to EUR 20,000 (Germany), FSCS up to GBP 85,000 (UK). Regulation score: 9.8/10.

All Regulators & License Numbers

IG's regulatory framework as of April 2026.

BaFin

Jurisdiction: Germany

License No. 148759

FCA

Jurisdiction: UK

License No. 195355

ASIC

Jurisdiction: Australia

License No. 515106

Compensation Scheme

ICF up to EUR 20,000 (Germany), FSCS up to GBP 85,000 (UK)

This scheme protects eligible clients in the event of broker insolvency. The ceiling applies per client per firm, and coverage is automatic for all qualifying retail clients.

Years Operating Under Current License

IG was founded in 1974 and has been operating for approximately 52 years as of April 2026. Long operational history under active regulation is one of the strongest positive signals of broker trustworthiness.

Regulatory History

Based on publicly available regulatory records as of April 2026, we have identified no material enforcement actions, sanctions, or fines against IG from BaFin, FCA, ASIC. All licenses remain active. Before opening a live account, we recommend cross-checking the current status of each license directly on the respective regulator's official public register.

Client Protection Summary

Negative Balance Protection

Yes — ESMA-mandated for EU retail clients, guaranteeing accounts cannot go below zero.

Segregated Funds

Yes— Client money held in dedicated accounts separate from the broker's operational capital.

ESMA Compliance

Yes — Subject to EU leverage caps, disclosure obligations, and best execution requirements under MiFID II.

Regulatory Score

9.8 / 10 — Our regulation dimension score, updated quarterly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is IG regulated?

Yes, IG is regulated by 3 authorities: BaFin (Germany, License 148759); FCA (UK, License 195355); ASIC (Australia, License 515106). IG is fully ESMA-compliant for EU clients.

What is IG's license number?

IG holds the following licenses: BaFin license 148759, FCA license 195355, ASIC license 515106. You can verify each license directly on the respective regulator's public register.

Is IG covered by an investor compensation scheme?

Yes. IG participates in the ICF up to EUR 20,000 (Germany), FSCS up to GBP 85,000 (UK). In the unlikely event of broker insolvency, eligible EU clients are covered for losses arising from broker failure up to the scheme's per-client ceiling.

Has IG been fined or sanctioned?

Based on publicly available regulatory records as of April 2026, IG has no material history of enforcement actions or sanctions from BaFin, FCA, ASIC. All licenses remain active. We recommend checking the current status directly on each regulator's website before opening an account.

Does IG have top-tier regulation?

Yes, IG holds at least one top-tier license from: BaFin, FCA, ASIC. Top-tier regulators apply stricter capital, operational, and reporting requirements than second-tier authorities.

How long has IG been operating?

IG was founded in 1974 and has been operating for approximately 52 years. Long operational history under active regulation is a positive signal for trust and stability.

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CFD Risk Warning

This website is for informational purposes only. The content does not constitute investment advice. Trading leveraged products carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. EU retail leverage limits apply (ESMA): up to 30:1 on major FX pairs, 20:1 on minor FX, 20:1 on major indices, 10:1 on commodities, 5:1 on equities, 2:1 on crypto.