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Opening an account with a bank in Germany

Open a business bank account for your new company. ORBIZLY prepares the application, and the bank decides.

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Official program name
Opening an account with a bank in Germany
Program category
Business bank account
Who decides
The bank you apply to. Banks are supervised by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin).
What it covers
Preparing your application and documents for a business bank account, and introducing you to banks that accept your type of company.
Who needs it
Any new company that needs to receive payments, pay suppliers and staff, or deposit share capital.
Typical documents
Company registration papers, identification and proof of address for the owners and directors, a business plan, and evidence of the source of funds.
Good to know
Banks run identity and anti-money-laundering checks and may ask for more information. Approval is never guaranteed. Founders based abroad can face extra checks, and digital banks are sometimes faster than traditional banks.
Processing time
To be confirmed. It depends on the bank and on your documents.
Official source
bafin.de

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Directional guidance only, not legal or financial advice. Requirements depend on your business and change often. Confirm current rules with the official body before you apply.