Open an account for sole proprietors

Sole proprietors don’t have to have one, but it’s a good idea: opt for a full-featured online business account with Qonto at fair rates.

  1. Start by opening an account seamlessly in 10 minutes.
  2. Get hassle-free accounting, invoice, and tax management.
  3. Enjoy transparent pricing with no hidden fees.

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Sole proprietor business account: discover the benefits

  1. Manage and track your finances via desktop and app - in real-time.
  2. Set up sub-accounts with unique IBANs and stay on top of all expenses.
  3. Prepare accounting and taxes in a few clicks, thanks to automation tools.
  4. Store and manage receipts and invoices centrally, automatically, and GoBD-compliant.

Your cash is protected. Guaranteed.

Qonto safeguards your funds following the latest laws and regulations.
Qonto operates under the joint supervision of BaFin and the Banque de France.
Continuous cybersecurity with 3-D Secure and two-step verification.
We protect your data in accordance with the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Explore custom solutions for freelancers

Tools to make everyday life easier for sole proprietors

E-invoicing
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Create, send, receive, and store invoices in XRechnung or ZUGFeRD formats.
Account aggregation
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Oversee all your external accounts in Qonto to always keep an eye on cash flow.
Settle invoices by scanning them
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Simply scan incoming bills with your smartphone camera and pay instantly.
Cashflow management
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Keep an eye on inflows and outflows, create forecasts, and predict VAT.
Document collection
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Seamlessly scan paper receipts with your smartphone and match them to the appropriate transactions.
Payment terminals
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Take card payments through Qonto's exclusive POS device - with attractive rates.

Business account for sole proprietors: an overview of the most important information

Which business account is best for sole proprietorships? Is there a requirement for sole proprietors to maintain a business account? Find all the answers here.

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Get your back-to-business deal

Make the most of our offer and open a Basic plan business account for €0 for the first 12 months. For a limited time only!

With you every step of the way

Basic

Starting at

€0 

/month (excluding VAT)

  1. Includes 1x One Card Mastercard
  2. 30 SEPA instant transfers per month
  3. 1 account with a German IBAN
  4. Accountant access & bookkeeping tools

1 month free trial

Smart

Starting at

19 €

/month (excluding VAT)

  1. Includes 1x One Card Mastercard
  2. 60 SEPA instant transfers per month
  3. 1 German IBAN account and 1 sub-account
  4. Accountant access and bookkeeping tools

1 month free trial

Premium

Starting at

39 €

/month (excluding VAT)

  1. Includes 1x One Card Mastercard
  2. 100 SEPA instant transfers per month
  3. 1 German IBAN account and 4 sub-accounts
  4. Accountant access and bookkeeping tools

1 month free trial

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Perfectly tailored for your industry

Whether you're a sole proprietor in crafts, retail, or consulting - Qonto simplifies your processes. Discover the right tools for your business.

Your business account, set up in record time

Download the Qonto app and enter your information.

We confirm your identity quickly and 100% online.

Your account and its German IBAN is ready to go.

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Quality that convinces.

Qonto is among the top-rated companies on OMR, Capterra, GetApp, and G2.