Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer)

European business account and finance tool with a free account for sole proprietors and up to 3 months free on paid plans for new startups.

QontoUpdated weekly · checked 3 wk ago

Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer) is a banking and fintech perk from Qonto, offering up to a €600 welcome bonus, for startups in France, Germany, Italy and Spain, no funding required.

Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free plan
What you get

Inside Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer)

Online business account with cards, bookkeeping and invoicing; free plan for sole traders and promotional free months for startups on paid tiers.

Source: The provider's official program page · as of Sep 12, 2026

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
No funding needed
Geography
France, Germany, Italy, Spain
Recurring / expiry
Ongoing
How to claim

How to apply for Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer)

What to have ready
  • A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
Steps to apply
  1. 1Open an account online in ~10 minutes on qonto.com
Good to know: Local IBAN in France, Germany, Italy and Spain. Added 2026-08-18; source URL verified live and on the provider's own domain.

Source: The provider's official program page · as of Sep 12, 2026

Value is the headline maximum Qonto advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not affiliated with the programs listed. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.
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Questions

Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer): common questions

What do you get with Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer)?

Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer) offers up to a €600 welcome bonus.

Who qualifies for Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer)?

Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer) is for startups in France, Germany, Italy and Spain, no funding required.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer)?

No. Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer) is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer)?

Open an account online in ~10 minutes on qonto.com

How long do I have to use Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer), and does it expire?

Ongoing

Is Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer) available outside the US?

Qonto Business Account (free tier + startup offer) is available in France, Germany, Italy and Spain.

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