Your Business Account in Germany 🇩🇪

To open a business bank account in Germany as a non-resident, you generally need to follow these steps: choose a bank, provide business registration documents, identification documents for directors and signatories, proof of address, complete the bank's application form, and additional requirements specified by the bank. This may involve a personal visit to the bank or video identification.

Yes, foreigners can generally open a business bank account in Germany. As in most EU countries they will have to demonstrate the economic substance in the country of their choice with either a local entity, business partners, employees, etc. or fit other criteria depending on each individual bank’s procedures.

Yes, it is possible for non-German residents to open a business bank account in Germany. However, specific requirements and procedures may vary among banks. It is advisable to contact the chosen bank directly for accurate information on their account opening process for non-German residents.

Yes, in most cases, you will need a German tax identification number (Steueridentifikationsnummer) to open a business bank account in Germany. This is a unique identifier issued by the German tax authorities. It is recommended to contact the bank directly for their specific requirements and procedures.