Wise Business Account

Low-cost multi-currency business account for cross-border startups, no monthly fees.

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Wise Business Account is a banking and fintech perk from Wise worth up to $250K FDIC coverage, open to any startup.

Value
See offer
Who qualifies
Any startup
Benefit type
Free plan

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What you get

Inside Wise Business Account

The Wise Business account has no monthly fees; a one-off fee (31 USD in the US) unlocks account details for receiving money. Hold and receive multiple currencies with local account details, spend with the Wise business card, and, in the US, earn 3.4% variable APY on USD balances opted into Interest, with pass-through FDIC insurance up to $250,000 through its program bank, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.

Source: The provider's official program page (wise.com/us/business) · as of Nov 14, 2026

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
Any startup
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Ongoing; per-transaction and conversion fees apply.
Other requirements
Card availability varies by country; setup fee is a one-time charge.
How to claim

How to apply for Wise Business Account

Steps to apply
  1. 1Open a Wise Business account online at wise.com/business; one-off setup fee applies.
Good to know: Wise's USD APY figure is as of September 18, 2026.

Source: The provider's official program page (wise.com/us/business) · as of Nov 14, 2026

Confirmed on : the page still states “Up to $250K FDIC coverage”

Value is the headline maximum Wise advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. A comparison, not endorsed by the programs listed. A program labeled Same owner comes from the company that runs StartupPerks. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.
Questions

Wise Business Account: common questions

How much is Wise Business Account worth?

Wise Business Account is worth up to $250K FDIC coverage.

Who qualifies for Wise Business Account?

Wise Business Account is open to any startup. Card availability varies by country; setup fee is a one-time charge.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Wise Business Account?

No. Wise Business Account is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Wise Business Account?

Open a Wise Business account online at wise.com/business; one-off setup fee applies.

How long do I have to use Wise Business Account, and does it expire?

Ongoing; per-transaction and conversion fees apply.

Is Wise Business Account available outside the US?

Wise Business Account is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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