{"id":503182,"date":"2023-09-19T12:46:52","date_gmt":"2023-09-19T11:46:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/?p=503182"},"modified":"2026-05-12T15:47:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T14:47:45","slug":"how-to-invest-in-etfs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/share-trading\/invest-in\/exchange-traded-funds-etfs\/how-to-invest-in-etfs","title":{"rendered":"How to invest in ETFs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Want to grow your money without spending hours picking individual stocks? For beginners in the UK, learning how to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs)<\/a> is a smart way to build a diversified portfolio with minimal effort. ETFs form the foundation of many investors\u2019 portfolios, with the European ETF market taking in around \u00a3170 billion in inflows during 2024. <\/p>

Some even choose to invest entirely in ETFs. Whether you\u2019re starting from scratch, just dipping your toes, or completely sold on the idea of an ETF portfolio<\/a>, this guide explains how to invest in ETFs in the UK, with straightforward, step-by-step advice tailored for beginners.<\/p>

Step-by-step guide: How to invest in ETFs<\/h2>
  1. Research ETFs you want to invest in.<\/b> Not all platforms will have the ETF you want in stock (excuse the pun). Once you know the ETFs you want to buy, this can help narrow down investing platforms<\/a>. <\/li>
  2. Open a share dealing account.<\/b> After finding your ideal investing platform, you\u2019ll need your basic personal details to hand when opening your account. It\u2019s best to have some ID ready along with your national insurance (NI) number.<\/li>
  3. Fund your account.<\/b> Once you\u2019ve picked a platform and opened an account, the next step is to deposit funds. Most will allow this via bank transfer or debit card.<\/li>
  4. Choose how much you want to invest.<\/b> With an investment account set up, and funds deposited, you\u2019re ready to choose the amount you want to invest in an ETF.<\/li>
  5. Buy the ETF.<\/b> Just hit buy. It\u2019s as simple as that.<\/li><\/ol>

    Our top picks for where to buy ETFs<\/h4>\n\n