Open a UK business account online
Easily set up multiple business accounts online. Get started with no sign-up fees and zero monthly fees.
“Massively simplifies the challenge of doing business overseas”
"Airwallex aims to upend global payments system"
“Airwallex is the highest ranked Australian firm at #32” - Top Global 100 Fintech
“Airwallex offers exchange services that are cheaper and faster”
A business transaction account built for global growth
Create multiple transaction accounts
Manage business finances with zero monthly fees. Your account is equipped with global financial tools like batch payments, user management and FX capabilities, right out of the box.
Receive and hold funds in multiple currencies
Expand into new markets easily by opening foreign currency accounts in 11 different currencies.
Improve your margins
Spend less when bringing back funds. Convert and withdraw in seconds with access to our interbank FX rates and a low fee of just 0.5%.
The easiest way to open a business account
Save time by opening a business account online
Avoid long queues and wait times. Airwallex users can set up multiple business accounts in a matter of minutes online.
Instant account activation
Once your business is verified, open new accounts in a matter of clicks and start receiving payments immediately.
No sign-up fees and zero monthly account fees
Our global accounts are fee-free to open and manage. Receive funds in GBP and make domestic payments without fees.
Manage your business finances from a single platform
Integrate with global online marketplaces
Seamlessly integrate with global platforms like Amazon, eBay, Shopify and Paypal. Accept payments in local currencies.
Hold in foreign currencies
Use our global accounts to collect and spend in the same currency, eliminating unnecessary conversion fees.
Combine with virtual payment cards
Pay your global debit card expenses with your multi-currency balance, with zero international card transaction fees.
How do our business accounts work?
You’re issued an account number & sort code
Share these details on invoices, payment information and financial tools.
Receive payments in GBP, fast
Use it just like a British business account. Get paid via direct bank transfer.
Withdraw in your local currency
Convert USD, EURO and other currencies into GBP immediately, at fantastic FX rates.
Pay suppliers and staff in GBP
Hold GBP in your Global Account and pay out via direct deposit. No conversion fees.
Competitive, simple, and transparent pricing
GBP current account
FREE
EUR, USD, AUD, HKD Global Accounts
FREE
FX margin
0.5% or 1% above interbank
International payments
FREE*
UK domestic payments
FREE
Batch payments
FREE
Airwallex Borderless Cards
FREE
International card transactions
FREE**
*Where payments are made through Airwallex’s payment network there are no payment fees. However any payments made via the SWIFT network will still incur a payment fee of £10 SHA. Click here for more information. **For card transactions, you will access our interbank rates plus small margin for the following currencies: GBP, USD, AUD, EUR, HKD, CAD, NZD, SGD, THB, JPY, CHF. For less frequently traded currencies, we will use the Visa rate.
Xero Integration (Beta)
Make bookkeeping a breeze
Seamlessly integrate your Airwallex account with Xero for easy payment reconciliation.
Quick and easy integration
Link your Airwallex and Xero accounts in just a few clicks.
Multi-currency transaction syncing
Sync your multi-currency Airwallex transactions to Xero, including who made the transaction and where.
Syncs hourly
Ensure your Xero transaction records are up to date for your accountant or bookkeeper.
Open multiple foreign currency accounts, with no monthly fees
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Security is at our core
Protected
We work with world-class security providers to ensure your funds and accounts are secure at all times.
Authenticated
Your data is stored and protected behind multiple layers of authentication. Airwallex is compliant with the second Payment Services Directive (PSD2), the European standard for online payment authentication.
Secure
Our security systems and procedures are based on the highest international standards including PCI Level 1 compliance.
Compliant
Airwallex is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and holds an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence.
We're not a bank, we're better.
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