Open a GBP business account in the United States
Get access to your own GBP Global Account without the usual hassle. Open an account online and start receiving GBP payments in just a few moments.
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A Pound Stirling account built for business
Trade in the UK, without the red tape
Open a local UK transaction account to receive payments directly in GBP.
Accept 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.
Receive faster British Pound payments in the United States
Save time by opening a Stirling account online
Create new accounts at the click of a button. No need to visit the UK or a bank branch to get started.
No sign-up fees and zero monthly account fees
Our global accounts are fee-free to open and manage. Just pay a small fee of 0.5% when converting GBP back to USD.
Instant account activation
Airwallex customers can activate a new Stirling transaction account instantly, no additional verification needed.
Manage your business finances from a single platform
Integrate with global online marketplaces
Seamlessly integrate with global platforms like 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.
Integrate with our API suite
Streamline your global financial operations with our best-in-class APIs. Integrate our payment capabilities into your business' workflows.
How do Airwallex Pound Stirling accounts work?
You’re issued an account number & sort code
Share these details on invoices, payment information and financial tools.
Get paid locally in Pound Sterling
Use it just like a Stirling business account. Get paid via direct bank transfer.
withdraw in your local currency
Convert your GBP into USD immediately, using the real conversion rate.
Pay suppliers and staff directly in GBP
Hold GBP in your Global Account and pay out via direct deposit. No conversion fees.
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. Two factor authentication is enabled on your account for added security.
Secure
Our security systems and procedures are based on the highest international standards including PCI Level 1 compliance.
Compliant
Airwallex US, LLC is registered as a Money Service Business with FinCEN.
Airwallex US, LLC is licensed or authorized to do business as a money transmitter in some, but not all, states. Service offerings may be sponsored by a FDIC member bank, to which Airwallex acts as a service provider. NMLS #1928093.
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