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. 



Cyber Guardian

12 months for €0

1 year of free Cyber Guardian4 digital protection for one device.

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.