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Bank Account Approval Process |
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How do I apply? |
- Follow the link provided by the sales team.
- Complete the srequested details
- Any additional information can be scanned and emailed in.
Please note all applications are done online |
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What are the next steps once I have applied? |
- Wait to hear back from the bank.
- They will contact you within 3 – 5 working days with a decision 99.9% acceptance rate
- We may request additional information
- Usually this communication comes via email.
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Then what happens |
You will shortly receive a welcome email providing you with details on how you can login to your Account and guidance on what you need to do to get started.
To accept live card payments your website must be in accordance to our compliance requirements, |
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Banking FAQs |
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Is this a proper bank account and how do I know they are genuine? |
- Agency bank of HSBC
- Principal member of VISA EU and MasterCard Europe
- Authorised by the FCA for the issuing of electronic money and the provision of payment services
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What type of payments can I make and what are the transfer times? |
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Typical Timeframe* |
External Business Account to Your Business Account - same banking institue |
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Bank to Bank same banking institution same currency |
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UK Bank Account in GBP only |
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UK Bank Account in GBP only |
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Bank Account that accepts SEPA in EUR only |
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Bank Account not in the Eurozone or doesn’t accept SEPA |
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What currencies are supported? |
- GBP - Pounds Sterling
- USD - US Dollar
- EUR - Euro
- CAD - Canadian Dollar
- AED – United Arab Emirates Dirhams
- HKD – Hong Kong Dollar
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- JPY – Japanese Yen
- NZD – New Zealand Dollar
- NOK – Norwegian Krone
- SEK – Swedish Krona
- ZAR – South African Rand
- SGD – Singapore Dollar
- AUD – Australian Dollar
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What currencies are supported? |
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Does it cost extra to open multiple currency accounts? |
No, you can open multiple currency accounts at no additional cost |
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Is a Checking Account included? |
Unfortunately not |
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How long does it take for the account to be set up? |
Typically 3 – 5 working days. Delays can be caused by requesting additional information. First point of contact is email. |
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What supporting information do I need to provide? |
Varies from business to business.
Typical requirements are: |
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- Passport
- Utility Bill
- Certificate or incorporation
- Memorandum of associates
- 6 months processing history (if applicable)
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Do you offer FX services? |
No, not currently but it is something that should become available in the near future |
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Can I open a personal bank account? |
No, we are only able to open accounts for businesses |
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How do I apply? |
Follow the link provided by the sales team. All applications are done online, any additional information can be scanned and emailed in. |
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What are the next steps once I have applied? |
Wait to hear back from the bank. They will contact you within 3 – 5 working days with a decision or requesting additional information. Usually this communication comes via email. |