Tide Business for Non-Residents —
via UK LTD
GBP business account. Built-in invoicing. Expense cards. UK-focused banking for your UK LTD company.
Note: For non-residents, Wise Business UK offers better initial accessibility. Tide is recommended as a secondary UK banking option.
Tide Business Features
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a non-resident open a Tide Business account via a UK LTD?
Tide Business accepts UK LTDs. Non-resident directors can apply, though acceptance depends on nationality and business type. Tide is focused on UK-based SMEs and is more selective for non-residents than Wise Business.
What makes Tide Business popular with UK SMEs?
Tide is designed for small and medium UK businesses. It provides a GBP business account, built-in invoicing, expense categorisation, and integration with accounting software — making it ideal for UK-focused freelancers and small companies.
Is Tide or Wise Business UK better for non-residents?
Wise Business UK is significantly more accessible for non-resident UK LTD owners and is the recommended primary account. Tide is a secondary option for those wanting a dedicated UK SME banking experience.
Does Tide support Stripe UK payouts?
Yes. Tide provides UK sort code and account number — compatible with Stripe UK's GBP payout system. Stripe UK deposits GBP directly to your Tide account.
What are Tide's fees?
Tide Free: no monthly fee, £0.20 per transaction. Tide Plus: £9.99/month, includes more features. Tide Pro: £18.99/month, with cashback and priority support. Transfers to UK accounts: £0.20 each.
Get Your UK LTD — Unlock UK Banking
Start with a UK LTD from HynoGo. Then apply to Tide, Wise Business UK, or WorldFirst using your LTD documents.