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How do I invest using EIS?

EIS for investors


Investing in an EIS-qualifying business is straightforward and is available with a wide range of providers.


There are literally hundreds of firms in the UK that enable private investors to take a stake in EIS-qualifying businesses, including:

  • Equity crowdfunding sites
  • Angel syndicates
  • Family offices
  • Wealth managers
  • Other investor networks

Becoming an investor is usually simply a case of:

  1. Registering with an investment platform or network
  2. Confirming that you qualify as an investor under the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) standard terms
  3. Conducting your own due diligence to asses the quality of business and confirming that it is EIS eligible
  4. Confirming an investment into that business

The provider will then provide you with the necessary paperwork to claim your EIS tax relief from HMRC.



More information:

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Step by Step Guide

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When can I claim my EIS tax relief?

How do I claim for a previous year?

How does EIS work for jointly held shares?

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PLEASE NOTE:

To qualify for EIS relief, investors must be UK resident for tax purposes (or have UK tax liabilities) and subscribe cash for new shares in qualifying companies. Tax treatment is dependent on individual circumstances and may be subject to change. This content is written in general terms and you are strongly recommended to seek specific advice before taking any action based on the information it contains. No responsibility can be taken for any loss arising from action taken or refrained from on the basis of this content. It is also important to realise that investing in small companies always carries risks, including the loss of capital, illiquidity (the inability to sell assets quickly or without substantial loss in value), lack of dividends and share dilution. Investments should still be made as part of a diversified portfolio.