As a US citizen, can I open an account for my business operating in the EU, and is FATCA compliance required?
Yes, US citizens are eligible to open a Finom business account for their enterprises established in the EU. Unlike traditional banks, Finom, as a licensed electronic money institution authorized to operate in the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA), doesn’t require FATCA (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) compliance for opening accounts. We strive to provide financial services to all individuals legally running their businesses in the EU, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations governing our operations. Therefore, US citizens can confidently engage with our platform without needing FATCA documentation.
Is there a limit on free cards I can issue?
You can have unlimited virtual and up to 3 physical VISA cards per user. All these cards are free and score the exact % of cashback according to your chosen plan. Additional physical cards beyond this limit are available only in case of loss (physical), expiration, or blocking. In these situations, you can request replacements that will be totally free of charge.
Can entrepreneurs from any country open an account?
Currently, we open business accounts for companies based in and operating from Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Spain. Our invoicing plan is available in Poland, while freelancer and customized corporate tariffs can be picked by any of the EEA countries’ entrepreneurs.
The legal representative (the sole individual authorized to open a business account on behalf of a company) and the beneficial owners must possess a valid residence permit in one of the mentioned countries, irrespective of the country where their passport/ID card is issued. Additionally, we welcome applications from US residents and citizens establishing businesses in the EU.How can I withdraw funds from my account or make deposits into it?
A Finom Business Account has all the main services of a traditional bank, such as making withdrawals from the account and depositing funds into it. You can use a SEPA transfer from your other bank account to deposit into an account. To withdraw, you can use your physical Finom card at any European ATM, free amount to withdraw per month depends on your chosen plan.
What documents do I need to open an account?
Whether you are a freelancer or own a company, opening your Finom business account only takes a few minutes.
You will only need three things for it:
- The email address and password you used for the pre-registration (if you forgot them, click 'forgot password');
- Your ID or passport ready to verify your identity;
- All the information about your business.Who is the legal representative?
To open your Finom business account, you must be your company’s legal representative. A legal representative is a natural person who is authorized to act on behalf of the company and is empowered to perform all actions related to the general administration of the company under the company's purpose, such as a CEO.
Can I make SEPA and international transfers with Finom (like SWIFT or similar)?
Yes, Finom allows you to send payments within the SEPA zone as well as international payments worldwide.
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