We understand that opening a bank account in France can be a long and difficult process. That’s why we built strong partnerships with reputable French banks ready to support global entrepreneurs.
We form your company first
We match you with eligible banks
Choose the one that suits you best
We can’t guarantee approval. That decision ultimately rests with the bank. What we do is prepare a complete, clean file and submit it to the right contacts, maximising your chances of success. If one bank declines, we can approach others.
No. The entire process can be handled remotely. We manage the paperwork and liaise with the bank on your behalf, wherever you are in the world.
Ideally once your company is registered and you have your Kbis extract. Some banks will accept an application slightly earlier, but having your legal documents ready significantly speeds up the process.
KYC stands for Know Your Customer. It’s the due diligence process banks are legally required to carry out before opening an account, verifying your identity, the source of your funds, and the nature of your business activity. A well-prepared KYC file is key to a smooth account opening.
We work with a panel of French banks and fintech providers, including both traditional institutions and online business account solutions. We recommend the most suitable option based on your company profile and needs.
“Professional services, helping to establish a business in France in a smooth and trouble-free way. A vast range of services related not only to the daily operations, but also advisory on the legal and business topics.”
“Companow did a great job helping us form our new company in France. They also helped with opening a bank account and finding an accounting firm. Their service is excellent! I recommend them highly.”
“Companow is a impressive company. Alain helped my company get a bank account within the shorten time frame. And they did a great job by helping my company managed the company registration. Love it!”
“Seamless and quick entity Set-up. Will definitely recommend them for any French entity Incorporation. We are very happy with their service delivery.”
“Alain and his team are very professional. They could register a company for me in less than two weeks in a seamless process. I have been very satisfied with the service so far.”
“Very helpful and patient with all my questions. They were efficient and I was able to set up my company quickly.”
“Companow is one of the few agencies in France that genuinely specialize in company formation for foreign entities. They processed the establishment of my company within the expected timeframe and handled all administrative procedures with professionalism and efficiency. In addition, if you are considering migrating to France, they will guide and support you throughout the entire process. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to set up a business and relocate to France.”
“I would like to thank Companow for the exceptional work and organization, as well as comprehensive service support. Was the reason why my business started successfully.״
“I will definitely recommend Companow. I needed a reliable partner in France to help me set up my company. I would like to acknowledge the exceptionally great service I have received at Companow. Reliable and prompt at every stage.״
“Here in the UK we can set up a business in 24 hours and start – this is not the case in France. However, with the help of a business like ‘Companow’, everything is possible, and more importantly, it is done quickly and effectively. They listened to what we needed, gave excellent guidance and advice, and then handled all the background work. I knew we wouldn’t have to go anywhere else, they could handle it all. This partnership is the best investment we made in our French business.”
We’ll help you open a bank account quickly, securely, and with full support.