Want to set up a Qonto account for your existing business? It's simple and time-saving in just a few steps.
You will need the following documents and information
- 📄 Your company data or commercial register number
- 👥 Your valid accepted identity document
- The data of your company's beneficial owners
- If you are not a legal representative, a power of attorney
- A smartphone, tablet, or a computer with a camera & microphone. 💡 The Google Chrome browser is 100% compatible with Qonto.
Let's get started ⬇️
First, go to the Qonto.de website and click on the "Open an account" button at the top right of your screen.
Your Company Data
Inform us that your company is based in Germany so your case can be handled by the appropriate team.
Select the legal form of your company.
Enter the email address that will serve as your username when logging into your Qonto interface.
Check your mailbox to retrieve the confirmation code and then enter it in the respective field. ❗️The confirmation code is only valid for 30 minutes.
Search for your company by entering the company name or commercial register number and clicking "Search". You will then be asked to confirm your company's details.
- If you can't find your company, select the option "Add information manually" and enter your company details.
Your Personal Data
Enter your personal data and indicate whether you are a legal representative.
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If you are the legal representative of the company, select your name and confirm your details.
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❗️ If you are not the legal representative of the company, you must upload a power of attorney from the legal representative to you, as well as their identity document.
Beneficial Owners
Provide all beneficial owners of the company.
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❗️It is crucial that you provide all other beneficial owners of your company. A beneficial owner is a natural person who:
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owns more than 25% of the company's capital or voting rights
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exercises control over the company in another form
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Subscription & Agreement
Choose the subscription and add-on that best meets your needs and accept the terms and conditions.
Order Qonto Card
Order the Qonto card of your choice and confirm the delivery address.
Confirm Your Identity
Important! To fully utilize your account, a video identification with our partner IDnow is required.
- have your smartphone, laptop, or tablet with a good stable internet connection, camera, and microphone ready
- have your identity document (ID, passport, German residence permit) ready
- the environment should be quiet and well-lit
- Start the video call with IDnow to fully utilize your account as soon as possible!
Done! Once you receive your IBAN, you can immediately fund your Qonto account via SEPA real-time, standard transfer or by card deposit.
Your account is typically validated by our team within a maximum of 24 hours and is now fully operational!