What do I need to start my own business??

To get started, you need a company number (registration with the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises), a VAT number, a social insurance fund and a professional account. Call the Easy Starters Team on 02 433 42 86 for free advice on setting up your business.

How much does it cost to start my business??

Most start-ups budget a few hundred euros for registration, VAT activation and basic administration. Your professional account is free for the first year* with BNP Paribas Fortis. When you choose the Start for Free package , you can get started entirely free.

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Start your own business

Do you have a business idea? Dreaming of starting your own business? Get advice from the Easy Starters Team and open a professional account (1 year free) tailored to your needs.

From idea to your business

The experts in the Easy Starters Team are there to support you in launching your business:

No-obligation advice, even if you are not yet a client
Free activation of your VAT number
Opening of a professional account (1 year free)*
Useful tools and special offers for future entrepreneurs

Starting as a sole trader? You can also do it easily and free of charge with Start for Free. Save up to €650.**

*Subject to acceptance of your application. Discover the cost after 1 year.
**Offer subject to conditions

How to start your business?

Step 1: Contact the Easy Starters Team

Before launching your business, the Easy Starters Team helps you with:

All your questions. Sole trader or company? Main or secondary activity? How do I create a business plan? After speaking with our experts, you will have clear answers.
No-obligation advice. On financing, pensions, payment solutions…
Insurance check. What insurance does your business need?

Call us with no obligation from 8.30am to 8pm on weekdays and from 9am to 5pm on Saturdays.

Call 02 433 42 86

Step 2: Launch your business and open your professional account

Got all the answers? Ready to get started? The Easy Starters Team helps you with:

Applying for your company number and VAT number
Opening your professional account (1 year free)
Access to exclusive tools and partner discounts

Compare our professional accounts

Step 3: Get further support from our experts

Your business is up and running? We’ll help you grow it.

With experts who understand your sector and its challenges
With regular and proactive follow-up for 18 months
In branch, by phone or via video call

Tools and partner discounts for a successful start

Starting and developing your business? Take advantage of useful tools and exclusive discounts from partners such as:

Partena Professional / Acerta – for your company number and free VAT activation
Billit – online invoicing software
Accountable – digital accounting and invoicing
AG Insurance – tailored insurance solutions
Arval – mobility solutions for starters

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START FOR FREE

Start your sole trader business for free

Simple and fully online

No more questions about your business, and ready to get started as a sole trader?

Start your business free of charge in one online application with Start for Free
Receive your company number and VAT number at no cost
Get a professional account free for 1 year*
Manage your administration free for 1 year**: invoicing, accounting and taxes
Save up to €650**

Start self-employed for free

*Subject to acceptance of your application

**Offer subject to conditions

Start and manage everything yourself with Hello bank!

Start quickly and easily as a self-employed person

Starting as a sole trader, prefer to manage everything yourself, and looking for a professional account that is always free?

Arrange your company number, VAT number, affiliation with a social insurance fund and your free professional account* in one single online application
Access tools and information to manage your business independently, without personalised support

Get started yourself

Let’s talk about your project

Call 02 433 42 86 Make an appointment