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🇺🇸 US company · 🇬🇧 UK account

UK Business Account
for US Companies

Receive GBP from UK clients, hold USD and GBP, send SWIFT globally — all from one UK account. Open fully online from the US in 24 hours.

🇺🇸 LLC & Corp accepted
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No UK office needed
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No UK visit required
Currencies: 🇬🇧 GBP 🇺🇸 USD 🇪🇺 EUR 🇨🇭 CHF 🇨🇦 CAD 🇸🇬 SGD 🇵🇱 PLN 🇸🇪 SEK 🇩🇰 DKK 🇳🇴 NOK + 6 more

Built for US companies expanding into the UK

Whether you sell to UK customers, pay UK suppliers, or need a GBP account alongside your USD operations — one account covers it.

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Receive GBP from UK clients

Get a real UK sort code and account number. UK customers pay you like a local — Faster Payments in seconds, no SWIFT delays or international wire fees.

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Hold GBP without converting

Keep GBP revenue in GBP. Convert to USD only when the rate suits you — not every time a client pays.

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Pay UK suppliers and staff

Send GBP payments via Faster Payments and CHAPS. Pay UK contractors, agencies, or suppliers quickly without routing through your US bank.

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Hold USD alongside GBP

Your USD wallet has a dedicated IBAN. No need to convert constantly — hold both currencies and use each where it makes sense.

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Separate UK revenue from US books

Keep UK client payments cleanly separated for accounting. Integrations with QuickBooks and Xero included.

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Corporate cards for UK spend

Issue cards for UK travel, events, or software subscriptions billed in GBP. Spend directly from your GBP balance.

Every payment rail you need — UK and global

UK

Faster Payments (FPS)

GBP payments within the UK in seconds, 24/7. The standard for receiving from UK customers and paying UK suppliers. Much faster than SWIFT.

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UK

BACS & CHAPS

BACS for bulk payroll and direct debits. CHAPS for same-day high-value GBP transfers with guaranteed settlement.

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Global

SWIFT

International wire transfers to 200+ countries in any currency. Send USD back to your US accounts, pay international vendors, or receive from global clients.

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Global

Multi-Currency Wallets

Hold GBP, USD, EUR, CAD, CHF, and 11 more currencies. Convert between them at interbank rates — no surprise FX markups.

Open from the US in 24 hours

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Apply online

Complete the application on your phone or computer. Enter your company details, director information, and business description. Takes around 15 minutes.

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Verify your identity digitally

Upload your US passport and complete a short liveness check via your camera. Your US address is fine — no branch visit, no notarisation, no UK presence required.

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Account active — receive your IBAN

Once approved, you get your UK sort code, account number, and IBANs for GBP and USD. Send your first payment the same day.

What you need to apply

Prepare these before starting. A complete application means faster approval.

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Valid US passport

US passport accepted for identity verification. Must be current — not expired. Note: US driver's licenses are generally not accepted as primary ID.

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Proof of address

Bank statement or utility bill in your name, dated within 3 months. Your US home address is fine — no UK address required.

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Company formation documents

Articles of Incorporation (for Corps) or Articles of Organization (for LLCs), plus your Operating Agreement or Bylaws. State-issued Certificate of Good Standing may also be requested.

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EIN documentation

IRS EIN Confirmation Letter (CP 575 or 147C) confirming your Employer Identification Number. Required for KYC compliance.

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Business description

Brief description of what your company does, who your UK customers are, and why you need a UK account. Be specific — vague answers slow the process.

Common questions from US companies

Can a US LLC or Corporation open a UK business account?
Yes. US LLCs, Corporations (C-Corp, S-Corp), and Incorporated companies can apply. You do not need a UK-registered entity — your US company applies directly. No UK address is required.
Do I need to visit the UK to open an account?
No. The entire application is online, including identity verification which uses a digital liveness check. There is no in-person appointment, no UK office requirement, and no notarisation needed.
Can I send USD back to my US bank from the UK account?
Yes. The account supports SWIFT international wire transfers. You can send USD to your US bank account, pay US vendors, or receive international payments in USD — all from the same UK account.
Is the account FCA regulated?
Payment services are provided by Gemba Finance Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2017 (FRN: 804853). ARIDANG acts as an introducer to Gemba Finance Limited.
How long does it take to open the account?
With a complete application, typically same day to 24 hours. The application is fully online — no UK appointments, no branch visits, no notarisation required.

Ready to open your UK account?

US company, UK account. Online application, 24-hour approval, GBP + USD + 14 more currencies from day one.

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Payment services provided by Gemba Finance Limited (FCA FRN: 804853). ARIDANG acts as an introducer.