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Entry fee

An entry fee is a one-off charge deducted when you invest in a fund, so the amount actually invested is lower than the amount you pay.

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Short answerAn entry fee is a one-off charge deducted when you invest in a fund, so the amount actually invested is lower than the amount you pay.

An entry fee, also called a subscription fee or front-end load, is a one-off charge deducted when you invest in a fund, reducing the amount that is actually invested.

Why it matters

The entry fee is paid immediately, so your investment starts below the amount you paid. Over a long holding period this lower starting base also affects compounding. For a long-term product such as an ELTIF, the entry fee is one part of the total cost picture, alongside ongoing costs and any exit or performance fees.

What to watch for

Documents may show a maximum entry fee, and the fee actually charged can be lower. Ask in writing what will apply to you and whether distribution costs are also included elsewhere. Compare total costs, not individual items. See ELTIF fees explained and the fee calculator.

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