N26 Business Smart
Experience business banking directly on your smartphone, and tap into powerful features to better manage your finances. Plus, enjoy 0.1% cashback on all purchases made with your N26 Mastercard.
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A colorful Mastercard with benefits
With your N26 debit card you get 5 free ATM withdrawals in Germany every month. Pick a Mastercard debit card in the color that best represents your brand—Ocean, Sand, Rhubarb, Aqua or Slate. Plus, enjoy unlimited free ATM withdrawals when you’re on business trips in the Eurozone, plus zero foreign transaction fees for payments in other currencies. Simply enable mobile payments, and start spending with Apple Pay or Google Pay while your physical card is on its way.
0.1% cashback on all card purchases
Invest in your business with N26 Smart. Earn 0.1% cashback on all purchases made with your business Mastercard, and have it automatically deposited into your bank account every month. That’s what we call smart business banking.
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Smarter business banking is here
Track your expenses
Get a handy overview of all incoming and outgoing payments every month with Insights. The AI-powered tool automatically categorizes your transactions—a single glance is all it takes to know if you’re on track with your business budget.
Enjoy unlimited free business transactions
Say goodbye to business transaction fees. With N26 Business Smart you get unlimited free business transactions.
Bank anywhere, at anytime
N26 Business Smart is a 100% mobile business bank account that you can access on your smartphone or desktop. Forget waiting in line at a bank branch for hours—get your time back with convenient, digital business banking.
Invoices and tax reports made easy
Simply download your bank statements in PDF or CSV formats using the N26 WebApp on desktop. Browse through transactions directly in the app, create and add your own #hashtags to every transaction, and easily find them later.
Organize your finances with Spaces sub-accounts
Spaces are sub-accounts that sit alongside your main account. They help you organize your finances and stay on top of your budget. Create up to 10 Spaces sub-accounts with individual IBANs, and instantly set money aside. Then pay bills via standing orders or direct debit, or send and receive SEPA bank transfers.
Manage funds in a Shared Space with up to 10 other N26 users. And if you're saving for your next project, try Round-Ups—we’ll help you put aside the spare change whenever you pay by card.
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Spaces make your life easier
Automatically set money aside
Set it and forget it with Rules for Spaces sub-accounts. Create Rules to automatically transfer funds between your main account and your Spaces sub-accounts—every day, week, fortnight, or month.
Get your income sorted—into Spaces
Activate the Income Sorter to automatically set aside a portion of your incoming transfers into a Space. This way, you can put aside money for your taxes and bills without having to think about it.
Pay directly from your Spaces
Link your N26 Mastercard to a Space of your choice and pay directly from there. Easily set—and stick to—your budget for business trips, projects, and expenses.
10 Spaces with individual IBANs
Create standing orders for recurring payments, pay bills via direct debit, send and receive SEPA bank transfers, or get paid from clients—right into each sub-account.
Schedule payments and transfer instantly
Receive and send payments in seconds with SEPA Instant Credit Transfers. Or, request, send and receive money from other N26 customers instantly with MoneyBeam. Plus, set up standing orders for recurring payments with just a few taps in the N26 app—and never forget a bill again. See all your scheduled bills in one place, and get reminders before they’re due.
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Secure business banking
Mastercard 3D Secure
Enjoy peace of mind with Mastercard 3D Secure—the 2-factor authentication step that adds an extra layer of protection to your online card transactions.
Instant push notifications
Stay up-to-date with your business finances, thanks to real-time alerts on your phone after every transaction—for both outgoing and incoming payments.
Biometric identification
Add another layer of security to your business banking by using FaceID or fingerprint identification to log in.
Deposit guaranteed up to €100,000
As a fully licensed bank, your funds are protected up to €100,000 under the German Deposit Protection Scheme.
Treat yourself with N26 Perks
Enhance your work-life balance with a hand-picked selection of partner offers, designed with you and your business in mind. Propel your business forward with special discounts for tools such as Google Ads and Fiverr, or add to your everyday with an ever-changing selection of lifestyle discounts from the likes of Blinkist and Lime.
View partner offersPhone and live-chat customer support
Whatever your query or need, our customer support is always happy to assist you—whether in German, English, French, Spanish or Italian. Contact us via the in-app chat, or browse through the N26 Support Center to find answers to the most frequently asked questions. Prefer to speak to a real human being? No problem—just give us a call on the N26 Customer Support hotline, reserved for our premium customers.
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Your online business bank account
Open your N26 Business Smart bank account for only €4.90 per month, and start earning 0.1% cashback on all card purchases.
Sign up from your desktop or smartphone in just 8 minutes to get immediate access to your intelligent business banking features—no paperwork required.
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FAQ
What are the benefits of the N26 Business Smart bank account?
N26 Business Smart is a premium business bank account for freelancers and the self-employed. Along with a colorful N26 Mastercard debit card, N26 Business Smart customers can also benefit from intelligent banking features that make managing business finances easy.
Insights automatically sorts all transactions into categories such as ‘Business expenses’ or ‘Education’ and organizes them in a clear overview, for easier budget tracking and invoicing. With 10 Spaces sub-accounts, freelancers and the self-employed can make room for all their business expenses, upcoming tax payments, savings goals, and more. Furthermore, N26 Business Smart customers can enjoy 5 free ATM withdrawals per month in Germany, alongside fee-free payments in foreign currencies, and unlimited free ATM withdrawals within the Eurozone outside of Germany. For full details and availability,.
As a freelancer, do I need a business bank account?
N26 Business Smart is a business bank account specifically designed for freelancers and the self-employed. As a result, you must open your N26 Business Smart bank account using your first and last name. A business bank account can help separate personal finances from business expenses, which may allow for easier bookkeeping in the long run. With N26 Business Smart, you’ll be able to keep business banking flexible as you can access your business bank account from anywhere, at any time.
How do I open an N26 Business Smart bank account?
To open your N26 Business Smart account, you must meet our eligibility criteria. If you do, you can open your account in just a few minutes using your smartphone or the N26 WebApp on desktop. Opening your bank account doesn’t require any paperwork. You can start using your account right away once we have verified your identity.
You can find more information on how to open an N26 Business Smart account at our Support Center.
Do I have to open my business bank account with my own name?
Yes, you must use your first and last name in order to open an N26 Business Smart bank account. The N26 Business Smart bank account was designed for freelancers and the self-employed who offer their services in their own name—that means the name of your business will not be shown in your bank account or on your Mastercard.
How do I get my cashback on Mastercard purchases?
With N26 Business Smart, you’ll earn 0.1% cashback on all your Mastercard purchases. Your cashback will be automatically calculated and deposited into your N26 Business Smart bank account on a monthly basis—you don’t need to do a thing.
Can I have both a regular N26 bank account and an N26 Business Smart bank account at the same time?
No. It currently isn’t possible to have two N26 bank accounts with the same name. If you have a personal N26 account and want to open an N26 Business Smart bank account, you will first need to close your personal N26 bank account. You may then sign up for an N26 Business Smart bank account.
How do Spaces sub-accounts work, and what can I use them for?
N26 Spaces are sub-accounts that sit alongside your main account, and are a practical way to organize your business finances. As a premium customer, create up to 10 Spaces sub-accounts with IBANs in your N26 app, then easily set money aside for your taxes, future projects, savings goals, and more. Each space can have its own unique IBAN, which you can use to pay your business expenses via direct debit, or to get paid via SEPA transfers directly into a sub-account. Of course, you don’t have to add an IBAN to your space if you don’t need one—the choice is yours.
Working with a team? Simply open a Shared Space, and manage your business funds together with up to 10 other N26 customers. Please note that an IBAN can’t be added to a Shared Space for now—but stay tuned for more exciting updates to come! Learn more about N26 Spaces and all its features here.
What happens if I use my N26 Business Smart account for personal spending?
Since N26 Business Smart is a business bank account, you’re expected to use it mainly for business-related purposes. You may, however, still use it for personal spending, as long as these do not make up the majority of your transactions. You may also use your account to receive your income from clients, or for business-related spending, such as paying the rent or on business trips.
Will I be able to show my company name or company type, such as GmbH, on my N26 business account or on my card?
In a nutshell: unfortunately not. Our business accounts are exclusively for freelancers and self-employed people who work under their own name. Therefore, company types or names can’t be listed on our accounts or on N26 cards.
Can I open a business account if I’m the sole proprietor of my company?
The N26 Business Smart account is the ideal online business account if you’re a freelancer or self-employed. If you’re the sole proprietor of your business and are working under your own name, there’s nothing to stop you from opening an account. Please note, however, that you can’t open a bank account under your company’s name.
Can I get an account, card, and IBAN with N26 as a small business owner (‘Kleinunternehmer’) in Germany?
This depends on whether you are working under your own name or your company’s name. If you’re looking for a business account and you run your business under your own name, our N26 online business account is just right for you. At the moment, it’s not possible to open a business account under a company name.
I have a business account with another bank. Can I simply switch my business account to N26?
If you want to switch your business account and N26 is your new bank of choice, you’re welcome to use our free account switching service. Switch your business account in just a few steps by going to our account switching service page and typing in the name of your current bank. Then, automatically transfer standing orders, incoming payments, and direct debits to your new N26 business account.
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Now, let's delve into the key concepts presented in the N26 Business Smart article:
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Mobile Business Banking:
- The N26 Business Smart account offers a 100% mobile business bank account accessible on smartphones or desktops, eliminating the need to visit physical bank branches.
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Mastercard Benefits:
- The N26 Mastercard debit card comes in various colors (Ocean, Sand, Rhubarb, Aqua, or Slate), allowing users to choose the one that best represents their brand.
- 0.1% cashback on all purchases made with the N26 Mastercard, automatically deposited into the bank account every month.
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ATM Withdrawals and Foreign Transactions:
- N26 Business Smart provides 5 free ATM withdrawals in Germany every month and unlimited free ATM withdrawals in the Eurozone.
- Zero foreign transaction fees for payments in other currencies.
- Mobile payments via Apple Pay or Google Pay can be enabled while waiting for the physical card.
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Expense Tracking and AI Insights:
- The AI-powered tool, Insights, categorizes transactions for a quick overview of incoming and outgoing payments, aiding in budget management.
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Fee-Free Business Transactions:
- N26 Business Smart eliminates business transaction fees, providing users with unlimited free business transactions.
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Invoices and Tax Reports:
- Users can download bank statements in PDF or CSV formats using the N26 WebApp for easy invoice and tax report generation.
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Spaces Sub-Accounts:
- Spaces are sub-accounts helping users organize finances and set money aside for specific purposes, with up to 10 individual Spaces available.
- Shared Spaces allow collaborative fund management with up to 10 other N26 users.
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Automated Fund Management with Rules and Income Sorter:
- Rules for Spaces sub-accounts enable automatic fund transfers at scheduled intervals.
- The Income Sorter automatically sets aside a portion of incoming transfers into a designated Space.
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Instant Payments and Transfers:
- N26 Business Smart supports SEPA Instant Credit Transfers for quick payments.
- MoneyBeam facilitates instant money transfers between N26 customers.
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Security Features:
- Mastercard 3D Secure provides extra security for online card transactions.
- Real-time push notifications keep users informed of every transaction.
- Biometric identification, such as FaceID or fingerprint, enhances login security.
- Funds are protected up to €100,000 under the German Deposit Protection Scheme.
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N26 Perks:
- Exclusive partner offers and discounts for tools, lifestyle, and business-related services.
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Customer Support:
- Phone and live-chat customer support available in multiple languages.
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Account Opening and Eligibility:
- Users can open an N26 Business Smart account in just 8 minutes with no paperwork required.
- Eligibility criteria must be met, and the account is designed for freelancers and the self-employed.
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FAQs:
- The article addresses common questions regarding account benefits, eligibility, card usage, cashback, business account switching, and more.
In conclusion, the N26 Business Smart account stands out as a comprehensive digital banking solution tailored for freelancers and the self-employed, offering a range of features that simplify financial management and enhance security.
