Where to Get an ISA

You can get an ISA by going to an ISA manager. These include:

• Banks and building societies
• Financial Advisers
• Supermarkets and retailers
• National Savings and Investments

ISA Managers

All ISA managers, such as banks and building societies, must be authorised by the Financial Services Authority (FSA). If they are authorised, they will also be approved by HM Revenue & Customs. Using an authorised firm (or authorised person) means that you will have access to available complaints procedures and compensation schemes if things go wrong. Approval does not mean that revenue and customs can guarantee:

• the ISA manager’s performance
• that the investment will produce a satisfactory return

You should always shop around for the ISA that will give you the best deal or is the most suited to your situation.

To find out if an ISA manager is authorised by the FSA

• Phone their Consumer Helpline on 0845 606 1234
• Check online at FSA

Getting Advice

If you have any questions about the tax rules for ISAs

• Call the revenue and customs ISA Helpline on 0845 604 1701 (Mon-Thurs 8.30am-5.00pm, Fri 8.30am-4.30pm)

Make sure you have the information about your ISA available when you call.