Business Current Account (Small Business Tariff)
support, information and up to 18 months free business banking1A business bank account on our small business tariff could be right for you:
- If you mainly use cash and cheques to make and receive payments into and out of your business bank account.
- if you want the flexibility to use our services online, in our branches or at the telephone.
- if you value support and guidance from our in-branch specialists.
- if your annual turnover is below £1,000,000.
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Three great reasons to open an account today!
- Free business banking for up to 18 months1
- 12 months fee free business credit card, which makes it easier for you to manage expenses and paying suppliers.
- Free Google Adwords voucher worth £75 when you register for online banking.
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Business Current Account – key features and benefits
- Apply online and open your business bank account today.
- Access to over 1,500 branches with full counter service.
- Business specialists in branch to provide you with business help and guidance.
- Freedom to manage you business finances on the internet, by telephone, by text message banking or at your branch.
- Regular paper statements, we will send them monthly or to save paper, we can send them less often.
- Interest paid on credit balances.
- Make and receive payments – via cash, cheques or electronically.
- Free access to the Knowledge Network, your own online business resource directory, full of practical information, tips and checklists.
Other business banking benefits
- Access to a comprehensive range of complementary business products such as savings, business insurance, loans, overdrafts, card processing and commercial mortgages, many of which you can apply for online.
- Save on the costs of promoting your business with special deals from parties introduced by us. This includes £75* free advertising on Google and £50 off an award winning web site build package.
International business services
- Option to open accounts in a number of foreign currencies.
- If you are an overseas company setting up in the UK and want an account here, we can help.
- Find out more about our international services.
- Knowledge Network – your free online information resource
- Business matters – monthly newsletter sent directly to your inbox
- Up&Running – useful hints and tips from former Start-Up Stars finalists direct to your inbox
Solicitors, accountants and barristers
We offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to the professionals sector, and can provide a wide variety of financial solutions for firms and practices who have very specific business banking needs.
Start-Up Stars – Helping Britain's Brightest New Businesses Achieve Recognition
HSBC is proud to sponsor the Start-Up Stars awards, the UK's premier business awards, supported by Sky News and the Daily Express, and backed by the government.
Useful links
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1Free Business Banking means there are no charges for cash and cheques, for Direct Debits, standing orders, or bill payments made from your account and for credits paid into it and withdrawals from most UK Link cash machines. Some ATM's may charge for cash withdrawals and you will be advised if there is a charge. During the free banking period no credit interest is payable. Offer only applies to business start ups and switchers with an annual turnover below £1,000,000.
* A £5 account activation fee or equivalent credit deduction is required depending on your preferred billing options. Google Adword voucher terms and conditions.
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