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Business Account Access in France - A Guide for Global Entities

A comprehensive guide to establishing business accounts in France and navigating local financial requirements without a physical presence.

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Your Country-Specific Questions Answered About Global Finance

Is Banq Global a bank, and what services does it provide?

Banq Global is an international business account specialist. Although we are not a bank, we have partnered with the world’s leading financial institutions and combined them together so companies can now open local business accounts in 20 countries worldwide. Please see an overview of our services below:

Open business accounts in 20 countries: Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, and the United States.
Multicurrency account capabilities.
Receive, hold, exchange and payout in 130+ currencies around the world.
Express onboarding for quick and simple setup.
One platform to access, view and manage all business accounts.
Dedicated account manager for each client to help with any urgent requests.
Trade finance, risk management, and much more.

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How do I open a business account?

Opening a business account is now a simple process through Banq Global and our financial partners. All accounts come with local account details and an IBAN in your company name. You don’t need to be a resident or have a business address in the country. Here’s how it works:

Check your eligibility.
Our team will be in touch and provide you with a simple form to fill out (10 minutes).
Submit the requested documentation (e.g. ID, proof of address, bank statement).
Start using your business account within 24 hours of submitting the correct documentation and being approved.

Can a non-resident director open a business account?

Yes, a non-resident director can now easily open a business account in 20 countries through Banq Global. No physical office or company registration in the chosen country is required making it even easier to expand your business internationally. The same straightforward process applies to all 20 countries we serve.

Will the account be in my company name and come with a local IBAN and local address?

Yes, all business accounts will have an IBAN and an address based in the specific country you wish to open the account in. All business accounts are issued in your company name.

Do you offer a multicurrency business account?

Yes, all of our business accounts come with multicurrency capabilities, meaning you can receive, exchange, and pay out in over 130 currencies via our network of multiple partners.

Who is eligible to open a business account?

We work with ambitious companies looking to take their growth to the next level. If your company has an annual turnover of at least $1 Million, we’re the business account specialist and international payments partner you’re looking for. We welcome directors and shareholders from over 190 countries.

Companies we can’t do business with include entities and individuals listed on any sanctions list or watchlist provided by regulators or local police forces, and those trading in sanctioned jurisdictions or funded by sanctioned entities. In addition to the common practice of prohibiting payments linked to illegal activities, there are some other business activities not supported by Banq Global. Please refer to the list below to see what industries we don’t support:

Cryptocurrency
Gambling
Weapons
Adult entertainment
Debt management
Drug paraphernalia
Citizenship by investment programmes
Non-regulated ﬁnancial services ﬁrms
Shell banks
Precious stones

Can I access my business accounts anywhere in the world?

Absolutely. All your global business accounts can be accessed online and managed through one single platform. Clients benefit from intuitive technology that makes managing global accounts and executing international transfers simple. In addition, our secure platform is protected by industry-leading encryption and security protocols.

How is my money protected?

Security stands as the utmost priority in our operations. Unlike traditional banks, we do not engage in investing or lending client funds. Instead, we securely hold all client funds in segregated accounts with Tier-1 banks, in collaboration with our FCA-regulated partners. Through this rigorous approach, client money is fully safeguarded and ring-fenced, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to the security of client funds and ensuring complete peace of mind.

What separates Banq Global from other providers?

Banq Global is the world’s business account provider. Our strategic partnerships with global financial institutions and expert onboarding teams allow us to open business accounts in more countries and handle more complex cases than traditional providers. We provide access to corporate accounts in 20 countries through a single platform, requiring only one registration via a simple global application process (completed in 10 minutes). Your platform will feature multicurrency capabilities, allowing seamless transactions in 130 currencies, including many not typically offered by banks. We also offer currency risk management, mass payment capabilities, escrow account services, trade finance, and much more.

What is your pricing?

There is a monthly fee of £100 for our standard international account. This is applicable to customers who meet our minimum annual turnover and currency exchange requirements of $1 Million.

For businesses with more complex structures, our highly experienced team will prepare and implement a completely bespoke service. You can learn more about our pricing here.

Is the application and onboarding process quick and easy?

Yes, our application process is simple, straightforward, and designed to take work away from you. In just one minute you can check your eligibility for a Banq Global account. If eligible, our team will send you a short application form to complete. Once our team has reviewed any required documents (e.g. ID, business address, licenses), your new business account can be opened and ready to use within 24 hours of being approved.

What are the next steps?

To open a business account in 20 countries worldwide and get an account number and IBAN in your company name, here are the steps you need to follow:

Check your eligibility.
Our team will be in touch and provide you with a simple form to fill out (10 minutes).
Submit the requested documentation (e.g. ID, proof of address, bank statement).
Start using your business account within 24 hours of submitting the correct documentation and being approved.