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Free banking for US small businesses — SSN required, no non-residents.

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Eligibility at a glance

Requires SSN
Yes
Overseas operating address
No
Intl wire (out)
Virtual cards
TBD
Account manager
None

Best for

  • US small businesses, ecommerce sellers, freelancers
  • Those who want solid integrations (QuickBooks, Stripe, Shopify)

Where it falls short

  • All owners need an SSN — ITIN holders & non-residents can't open
  • No outbound international wires (ACH / Wise only)
  • Not for non-US founders

Restricted industries

CannabisAdult contentGamblingFirearmsMoney services (MSB)Crypto exchangeShell companies

Documents to prepare

  • US residency + an SSN (required; no ITIN)
  • A US-registered company + EIN (sole props supported)
  • A US physical address (no virtual address)
  • A US phone number
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