While UK-listed crypto ETNs are currently eligible to be held in a stocks and shares ISA, this will no longer be the case from 6 April 2026.
This is because HMRC has announced a future change to the tax rules. This new rule from the UK government will impact all investment platforms, including Freetrade. The official policy statement is on the HMRC website here.
When the new rule takes effect on 6 April 2026, you may need to either sell down any crypto ETNs you hold in your stocks and shares ISA or transfer them to your GIA.
No immediate action is required on your part. You can continue to hold crypto ETNs in your stocks and shares ISA until 5 April 2026.
We will notify you in advance if and when any positions need to be sold or transferred or if there are any updates on this.