This risk indicator refers to the Business Account.
1 / 6
This number is indicative of the risk of the product, being 1/6 indicative of lower risk and 6/6 of higher risk.
Banco Santander is attached to the Credit Institutions Deposit Guarantee Fund. For money deposits the maximum guaranteed amount is 100,000 euros per depositor in each credit institution.
FRANCHISE SOLUTIONS
Grow your franchise with the support you need
From first steps to expansion, we can assist you with a business account, finance, payment solutions, day-to-day banking and international support.
- Specialist advice to get your business off the ground.
- Solutions designed for the day-to-day needs of your business.
- Support to help you grow in Spain and internationally when the time is right.
Open a Business Account to become a customer and enjoy all the benefits.
My franchise needs...
Discover the Business Account for your franchise
The easy way to get started with no account fees.
- Account: no maintenance fee1 (0% nominal rate, 0% AER).
- Debit card: no issuance or annual fee.
- Online transfers:no fee, except for urgent transfers.
- Domestic euro cheque:no collection fee.
Ideal if your annual turnover is under €2 million.


We help you finance2 your franchise venture
Tell us about your idea and we’ll review it with you to find the best solution.
- Feasibility assessment with a specialist.
- Initial funding to get your business off the ground.
- Short-term finance for your day-to-day operations.
- Long-term finance to help you grow and expand.
Get in touch and tell us about your project:
Your first card payment terminal for a Flat Rate of €0/month3
If you qualify for the promotion, you won’t pay the monthly fee for your first Flat Rate card payment terminal.
All you need to do is:
- Set up a direct debit for your National Insurance contributions or self-employed National Insurance contributions.
- Set up a direct debit for your taxes.
- Take out a protection insurance policy with a minimum annual premium of €300.
- Sign up for your first card payment terminal
When you do, you’ll also enjoy these benefits:
Legálitas Negocios
6-month discount
Free legal and employment advice, plus online accounting and tax support from Legálitas Negocios4.
Technology Leasing
Discount of up to €30.99 a month for 36 months
Lease any device you need over a 36-month term and you may qualify for a discount of up to €30.99 a month if you meet the promotion’s conditions5.
Haven’t set up your business yet?
We’ll guide you through the process, answer any questions you may have and help you identify your next step.
Speak to a specialist and get started with confidence.
Day-to-day solutions for your franchise
Tools and services to help you manage your business more efficiently.
Managing your day-to-day operations
Pay employees’ salaries the same day until 1.00 pm, whoever they bank with. Make and collect payments, and send standard and instant transfers free of charge using the Santander App or Online Banking.
Business Credit Card6
No issuance or annual fee for the first year. From the second year onwards, the fee will remain €0 if you meet the spending requirements.
Short- and long-term finance2
Whether you need a loan or a credit facility, you’ll have access to the finance you need. You can also receive early payment of your invoices if you need it, defer payments or make payments in advance.
Business Support Centre
Professional telephone support Monday to Thursday, 9.00 am–6.00 pm, and Friday, 9.00 am–3.00 pm.
Santander X
Digitalise, Transform, Grow your business
Free online training for you and your team. Exclusive local and global events, international competitions with prizes, and a community of experts.
Manage your business with the Santander Business App
Whenever you want. However you want. Wherever you want.

Your accounts at a glance
All your account information in one place. Even accounts you hold with other banks.

Quick and secure payments
Make transfers and pay taxes and bills.

Flexible account management
Save transactions awaiting authorisation and complete them whenever you’re ready.

Keep your cards under control
Block, activate or deactivate your cards, and view your PIN and CVV.

Relationship manager
View your relationship manager’s contact details.

Your products at the click of a button
Access solutions including card payment terminals, tax finance and technology leasing, all from your online banking.
Supporting your franchise’s international expansion
You'll benefit from a global service with local expertise and the personalised support you're looking for. Access our range of services in 12 countries.
- Open accounts in new markets with the support of the Santander Multinationals team and a dedicated onboarding service.
- Risk management backed by our global and local expertise.
- Santander Cash Nexus, a single platform for managing your cash across all your markets.
- Foreign exchange (FX) risk management solutions and platforms.
- Access to Getnet, a leading provider of payment solutions for both in-store and online businesses.

You'll also benefit from support in building your own franchise network7
Specialist advice on franchise-related transactions.
- Franchise development and network expansion projects.
- International development and cross-border transactions.
- Opening franchised businesses.
- Franchise and business investment.
Need help?
We'll be in touch
Telephone support
If you have a question, need advice or experience an issue, our Business Support Centre is here to help.
Santander Work Café
Workspaces and financial and non-financial solutions to support your business.
Branches and ATMs
More than 1,827 branches and over 4,700 ATMs across Spain.
Grow your franchise with us
Open a Business Account and start managing your business with solutions designed to support you from day one.
No hidden small print
We want you to make informed decisions. That's why we've summarised the main terms below in a clear and straightforward way. You can then read the full legal terms and conditions.
1.Non-interest-bearing account. Nominal rate: 0%. AER: 0%.
2. Financing transactions subject to prior approval by the Bank.
3. Promotion valid until 25 November 2026: The monthly fee for the card payment terminal under the “flat rate” option will be waived provided the following conditions are met: (1) You are the holder of a Santander Account. (2) You set up — or already have in place — a direct debit for your company’s Social Security contributions or for your self-employed Social Security contributions, as well as payment of at least one tax linked to your professional activity. (3) You enter into a card payment terminal agreement with Getnet for the first time through the Bank under the “flat rate” option (card terminal service marketed by Banco Santander, S.A., offered and subject to prior approval by Getnet Europe, Entidad de Pago S.L.U., which safeguards the funds received from users by holding them in a separate account opened with Banco Santander, S.A.). (4) You take out and maintain a protection insurance policy with an annual premium equal to or greater than €300. You must meet all the terms and conditions of the promotion and register for the campaign using the form made available to customers. The Campaign is open to individuals and legal entities who are resident in Spain for tax purposes. Click here to view the terms and conditions of the promotion.
4. Ongoing legal advisory, plus accounting and tax management services. For Businesses, during the first year: €80/month + VAT for the first six months, then €120/month + VAT from month seven onwards. From month 13 onwards: €129/month + VAT (first pricing tier: up to 50 invoices per month). For self-employed individuals, during the first year: From €75/month + VAT for the first six months, then €85/month + VAT from month seven onwards. From month 13 onwards: €85/month + VAT (first pricing tier: up to 50 invoices per month). Service provided by Legálitas Asistencia Legal, S.L. (Tax ID No. B-82305848), with registered office at c/ Vía de los Poblados, número 3, Parque Empresarial Cristalia, Edificio 5, planta 5.ª, 28033 Madrid. Cyber Guardian service: one year at no cost for one device, provided by Santander Services Solutions, S.L., with Tax ID No. B88372024 and registered office at AVDA CANTABRIA, S/N, Planta 0, Edificio Amazonia, 28660 Boadilla del Monte (Madrid). The accounting, tax management and cybersecurity services are available to customers who join the campaign and hold a Santander account. Banco Santander, S.A. does not provide financial, tax or any other form of advice, nor is it involved in any way in your relationship with Legálitas or Santander Services Solutions. Banco Santander, S.A. receives a fee for this collaboration. Promotion valid until 25 November 2026, view the terms and conditions of the promotion here.
5. Furthermore, participants resident in mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands or the Canary Islands (excluding Ceuta and Melilla) who meet the above requirements and take out a 36-month technology lease agreement offered by Banco Santander, hold any Santander credit card and either make at least one transaction per month with that card or maintain a daily account balance of at least €1,000 throughout the review month may be eligible for a monthly net discount of €30.99 (after the deduction of any withholding tax required under applicable tax legislation). The leasing transaction is subject to prior approval by the Bank. You must meet all the terms and conditions of the promotion and register for the campaign using the form made available to customers. View the terms and conditions of the promotion at https://www.bancosantander.es/en/sorteos-promociones.
6. The credit card is subject to prior approval by the Bank. This is a revolving credit card. Remember to use your credit card responsibly. Overreliance on credit carries a risk of over-indebtedness, with long-term consequences that could affect your financial planning. There isno issuance or annual fee on the card for the first year. From the second year, the annual fee will remain €0 if you spend annually more than €1,800. Otherwise, the annual fee will be €36.
7. Service provided by Mundo Franquicia Consulting, S.L. (Tax ID No. B82732306), with registered office at Calle José Echegaray nº 8, Edificio Alvia III, planta 2ª oficina 6, 28232 Las Rozas de Madrid (Madrid), Spain. Banco Santander acts solely as the promoter of this offer. All information, advice, contracting and provision of the service are the sole responsibility of Mundo Franquicia Consulting, S.L., which is exclusively responsible for the service. Banco Santander neither provides nor guarantees this service and accepts no liability arising from its contracting or performance. Banco Santander, S.A. receives a fee for this collaboration.
