{"id":512521,"date":"2023-11-21T15:58:37","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T15:58:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/?p=512521"},"modified":"2026-03-18T15:31:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T15:31:00","slug":"how-to-open-a-business-bank-account-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\/how-to-open-a-business-bank-account-in-the-uk","title":{"rendered":"How to open a business bank account in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Opening a business bank account in the UK can be easy as long as you know what you want from an account. Whether you\u2019re a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\/business-bank-accounts-for-limited-companies\">small business<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\/self-employed-business-bank-accounts\">sole trader<\/a> or a larger business with employees, a business bank account can help you run things more smoothly. Discover what you need to know about opening a business bank account in the UK so you can grow your business without hassle.<\/p><h3>Latest reviews of business accounts you can open online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n     \n        \n                    \n\n\n                \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<style>\n.best-hero .hotstats .product_infobox tr { display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-basis: 0; flex-grow: 1; }\n.best-hero .hotstats .product_infobox th { border-bottom: 0px; width: 100%; padding-left: 0px; padding-bottom: 4px; font-size: 14px; }\n.best-hero .hotstats .product_infobox td { border-bottom: 0px; width: 100%; padding-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px;  }\n.best-hero .hotstats .product_infobox td svg.luna-icon--medium { height: 24px; width: 24px; }\n.best-hero .luna-button--success { white-space: normal; line-height: 1.2; }\n@media only screen and (max-width: 600px) {\n.best-hero .hotstats .product_infobox tbody { display: flex; }\n.best-hero .hotstats .product_infobox th { text-align: center; 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Alternatively, if you\u2019re after a freelancer account, Revolut Pro is a simplified business account for freelancers, sole traders and side-hustles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n  <ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\">    <li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000000\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000000\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Pros and cons<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" 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FreeAgent, KashFlow, QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, Coconut, Multiple providers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div>    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li>  <\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/4@m u-1\/3@s box no-margin-bottom is-hidden is-visible@s\"><div class=\"has-padding-small\"><div class=\"hotstats has-margin-bottom-small\"><div data-category=\"\" data-niche=\"UKFSA-CUR\" data-fieldset=\"business_bestpage_hotstats\" class=\"UKFSA-CUR business_bestpage_hotstats \"><table class=\"i_infobox product_infobox\"><tbody><tr><th>Account fee<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">\u00a310 per month<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Arranged overdraft<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><svg class=\"luna-icon luna-icon--medium\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#close\"><\/use><\/svg><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Requires credit check<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><svg class=\"luna-icon luna-icon--medium\"><use 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0-.55-.23-1.06-.59-1.42zM5.5 7C4.67 7 4 6.33 4 5.5S4.67 4 5.5 4 7 4.67 7 5.5 6.33 7 5.5 7z\" fill=\"#002ebf\"><\/path><\/svg> \u00a3200 bonus plus 6-months free accounting when you open a Tide business bank account by 31 August 2026.<\/div><p>You can open a Tide business account online in a matter of minutes. Simply state whether you want to open an account as a registered company or a sole trader and have your mobile phone ready to verify your identity. You\u2019ll need to provide your email address and a few personal and business details. There are 4 plan types to choose from, including one with no monthly fee. If you\u2019re a director of a limited company you can also register your limited company and open your account in one go. You'll only pay a registration fee of \u00a314.99 instead of \u00a350.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n  <ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\">    <li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000002\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000002\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Pros and cons<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000002\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\">    <div class=\"u-grid\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p class=\"u-font--bold\">Pros<\/p><ul class=\"list-4\"><li>24\/7 customer support<\/li><li>Categorised spending<\/li><li>Free MTD software<\/li><li>Quick set-up<\/li><li>No monthly fees<\/li><li>Easy to manage accounts and track payments within the app<\/li><li>Ability to set up direct debits and standing orders<\/li><li>Can receive online bank statements<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p class=\"u-font--bold\">Cons<\/p><ul class=\"list-13\"><li>No branches - 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Some business bank accounts can also help you issue invoices, run your payroll \u2013 useful if you have employees \u2013 and make it simpler to file your accounts and tax return.<\/p><p>Other than that, a business bank account is much the same as your current account. 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<div class=\"eeQuote__content\">\n                                    <div class=\"eeQuote__heading\">Our expert says: Have you considered an online-only business account?<\/div>\n                                <div class=\"eeQuote__quote\">\n                    <p>\"If you want to open a business bank account fast, it\u2019s easy to do so with an online-only bank account. An ever-increasing number of digital banks are entering the market, meaning there\u2019s a wide range of accounts to choose from.<\/p><p>Opening a business bank account with a traditional high street bank can often take a few weeks. Yet many online-only business bank accounts can be up and running the same day. Some providers, such as ANNA and Tide, even say your account can be opened within a matter of minutes. The application process is straightforward, and you\u2019ll usually need to provide a few personal and business details. You\u2019ll often be asked to take a photo of your driving licence or passport (and perhaps a selfie) so the provider can verify your identity. But once you\u2019ve done that, your account could be ready to go.<\/p><p>Of course, you won\u2019t have any branch access with an online-only bank account, but most banking transactions can be carried out online anyway. Depending on the account, you might be able to pay in cash deposits at any Post Office or Paypoint location, though a fee usually applies. If this is important for your business, be sure to pick an account that allows this and has the lowest fees.\"<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"eeQuote__authorInfo\">\n                                            <div class=\"eeQuote__authorPhoto--mobile\">\n                            <figure class=\"eeQuote__photo\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Rachel Wait's headshot\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/2025\/12\/RachelWaitF1_Supplied_600x600.png\" class=\"avatar avatar-200 photo finder-avatar\" height=\"200\" width=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/2025\/12\/RachelWaitF1_Supplied_600x600.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/2025\/12\/RachelWaitF1_Supplied_600x600.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/2025\/12\/RachelWaitF1_Supplied_600x600.png?fit=600 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 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target=\"_blank\">\n                                Rachel Wait\n                            <\/a>\n                                                                            <div class=\"eeQuote__authorTitle\">Writer<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Can I open a business bank account in the UK?<\/h3><p>You can open a business bank account in the UK if you are a sole trader, a limited liability partnership or you run a business registered with Companies House.<\/p><p>Whether you are eligible to open a business account with specific banks and building societies could also depend on their criteria. For example, you may need to meet their turnover requirements.<\/p><p>If you aren\u2019t a UK resident, things are a little bit more complicated, depending on whether you live in the UK or where your company address is registered. <\/p><h4>As a non-UK resident living here<\/h4><p>You don\u2019t need to be a UK resident to open a business bank account in the UK. If you are a sole trader, you may need to prove you live in the UK and pay taxes to HMRC through self-assessment. If you are a business owner, your company address needs to be in the UK.<\/p><h4>As a non-UK resident not living here<\/h4><p>It is possible to open a business bank account in the UK if you don\u2019t live here, but it can be tricky. Banks will be concerned about the possibility of money laundering and fraud. To get around this, your bank may only offer you an account if you are the director of a UK business registered with Companies House. Some banks may also insist on meeting you before you can open an account.<\/p><h3>What do I need to open a business bank account in the UK?<\/h3><p>When you are ready to open a business bank account, you\u2019ll need to show a variety of documents to prove who you are, what your business does and who runs it.<\/p><h4>Proof of ID documents<\/h4><p>Your bank will want proof of your ID and possibly anyone who will access the account or owns part of the business.<\/p><p>You will be asked to provide:<\/p><ul><li>Driver\u2019s licence, passport or ID card.<\/li><li>Contact details, including your business and personal addresses, phone numbers and email addresses.<\/li><\/ul><h4>Proof of UK address<\/h4><p>You\u2019ll most likely also be asked for proof of address for yourself and your business. This can be one of the following: <\/p><ul><li>A recent bank, credit card statement, utility bill or council tax bill as proof of your home address.<\/li><li>HMRC letters or a utility bill as evidence of your business address.<\/li><\/ul><h4>Business verification documents<\/h4><p>Your bank will also want to verify your business to comply with financial regulations. You\u2019ll need to provide:<\/p><ul><li>Companies House registration number or certificate of incorporation if you have a limited company.<\/li><li>Proof of your business\u2019s tax status \u2013 this could be your Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) or National Insurance number.<\/li><li>You may be asked for your projected annual turnover and how many employees you have.<\/li><li>The bank may also ask for proof your business is up and running. This could be a website, social media account or evidence you are registered with an industry body.<\/li><\/ul><h3>Opening a business bank account in 3 steps<\/h3><p>Think a business bank account is for you? Follow these simple steps to find your ideal account and get it up and running.<\/p><ul>1. Research \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\/\">Compare the best business bank accounts<\/a>, check their eligibility and work out which one is right for you.<br>2. Apply \u2013 Fill out the application forms for your chosen account.<br>3. Prove yourself \u2013 Provide the evidence of your ID, address and business that your bank requires.<\/ul><h3>Bottom line<\/h3><p>Opening a business bank account in the UK is relatively straightforward, as long as you have the correct documents to hand and know what type of account would suit your business. If you live outside the UK, the process is slightly more complicated but still possible. <\/p><p>A business bank account can help you run your small business or side hustle more smoothly by separating your work finances from your personal money. However, it\u2019s important to research accounts and check eligibility requirements before submitting your application. Check out our guide for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\">best business bank accounts in the UK<\/a>. <\/p><h3>Frequently asked questions<\/h3><ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\"><li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000004\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000004\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Do I need a business bank account?<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000004\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\">That depends on your situation. If you own a limited company, you are legally obliged to have a business bank account, as your business is a separate legal entity to you.<p>Sole traders don\u2019t have to have a business bank account. As far as the taxman is concerned, your business and personal income are the same, so you can use your personal account for your business needs. However, a business bank account may make life simpler, as you can keep your business transactions \u2013 both income and expenses \u2013 separate from your personal money. We have written a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\/self-employed-business-bank-accounts\">more detailed guide<\/a> on this.<\/p><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000005\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000005\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">What if I want to switch business bank accounts?<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000005\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\">You can switch bank accounts if you decide you want a better deal. Simply compare bank accounts and then get your new bank to arrange to switch. If you employ fewer than 50 people and have an annual turnover of less than \u00a36.5 million, you can use the Current Account Switch Service. Banks and e-money providers often run <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\/business-switching-offers\">special promotional offers<\/a> as an incentive to sign up.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n    <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n      <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion0000000006\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#accordion0000000006\">\n        <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Can I open a business bank account with bad credit?<\/span>\n        <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n          <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n        <\/svg>\n      <\/button>\n    <\/h4>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"accordion0000000006\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n    <div class=\"accordionContent\">A bad credit history could affect your ability to open a business bank account. How much it impacts your application depends on how bad your credit is. You may find it particularly difficult if you\u2019ve been declared bankrupt in the past 5 years or have a County Court Judgement (CCJ). There are several things you can do to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/credit-score\/improve-your-credit-score\">improve your credit score<\/a> and increase your chances of opening a business bank account. There are also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/business-banking\/opening-a-business-account-with-a-bad-credit-score\">business accounts designed for those with bad credit<\/a>.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<article class=\"luna-card luna-card--alt\"><div class=\"luna-card__block has-padding-small\">We show offers we can track - that's not every product on the market...yet. Unless we've said otherwise, products are in no particular order. 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