If you are resident outside of the UK, CFS can assist you in opening a UK Bank account.
There are certain requirements from the bank to keep within the laws and each application is treated individually.
All Parties identified on the application must produce original identification documents and Proof of Addresses with the application.

Due to our excellent relationship with a UK Bank we have a special arrangement,
which means that a visit to the UK is no longer required.
We can carry out all the necessary arrangements by email and post.

All corporate bodies that are part of the corporate structure will need to identify the individuals connected to the companies i.e. Directors, Shareholders and Beneficial owners. (With a 10% or more shareholding).

Once the bank has received all the required documentation and the compliance department are satisfied with the information they hold, the account can be opened.

Documents Required:

• Photographic Evidence of Identity of each individual involved on the application. i.e. A current Passport or European Union Country National Identity Card
• Three months of personal banking statements. (Also used for address verification).
• Details about any individuals who act on behalf of a corporate body acting as an officer of the company.
• Certificate of Incorporation. CFS International Formations Limited can provide this
• Memorandum and Articles of Association - CFS International Formations Limited can provide this.
• Confirmation of Activities of the company
• Confirmation of the appointment of Directors. Minutes of the first meeting
• Financial accounts, business plan or brochures about the organisation.

What`s included :

• Business Bank Account with a major UK Bank
• Telephone Banking
• Online Banking
• Commercial Visa Credit Card
• Debit Card GBP, USD or EUR
• Instant Access Savings Account linked to the Business Account

Please note Bank account opening cannot be guaranteed as this is totally at the discretion of the bank, although we try our utmost to ensure all applications are accepted. Unfortunately charges are non-refundable.

If you are resident in the UK we can assist in the opening of your Business Bank account.

Within 48 hours the Bank will contact you directly, for you to discuss your application and make arrangements for sight of identification and signatures. All corporate bodies that are part of the corporate structure will need to identify the individuals connected to the companies i.e. Directors, Shareholders and Beneficial owners.

Once the bank has all the required documentation the account will be opened and cheque books and cards will be issued within 7 working days.

Documents Required :

• Contact Name and telephone number of person opening the account on behalf of the company.
• Confirmation of Activities of the company.
• Certificate of Incorporation - CFS International Formations Limited can provide to the bank.
• Memorandum and Articles of Association - CFS International Formations Limited can provide to the bank.

What`s included :

• Business Bank Account with a major UK Bank
• Telephone Banking
• Internet Banking
• 18 months free banking and the potential for free banking ongoing within certain parameters.
• No initial deposit is required to open the business account.

Please note Bank account opening cannot be guaranteed as this is totally at the discretion of the bank, although we try our utmost to ensure all applications are accepted. Unfortunately charges are non-refundable.