Business account with sub-accounts

Managing finances is often stressful. A regular account doesn't separate your payment flows cleanly. That's exactly where a business account with sub-accounts helps. Split your money into different areas without opening a new main account for every purpose. Tax reserves, marketing budget or salaries — you stay in full control. A digital account with sub-accounts finally makes financial management simple and clear.
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How can sub-accounts help in a business account?

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The idea behind a business account with sub-accounts is simple. Think of your main account as the central hub for all income. From there, you distribute your money manually or automatically into different pots. That way, you easily separate fixed costs from your budget for new investments.

It saves valuable time in bookkeeping especially, because you assign transactions right at the source. You see at a glance how much you've spent in each area. And at the end of the month, there are no receipts left to sort. That transparency protects you from nasty surprises like unexpected tax bills.

More clarity with sub-accounts: how to structure your finances

Without sub-accounts, income, costs and private spending quickly blur together. Sub-accounts create order and structure. You can set up an account for 'Taxes', 'Salaries' or 'Emergency reserves' — so you never spend money that was meant for fixed costs. This is known as the 'Profit First' approach or envelope method. With a modern banking app, you name your sub-accounts in seconds and keep your business under control at all times.

Better budget control

Better budget control

Keeping spending in view is what keeps a project on track. With an account with sub-accounts, you set clear limits. If the 'Marketing' sub-account is empty, you know immediately: no new ads this month. That protects you from spontaneous purchases that were never in the budget. You act proactively instead of just staring at your balance.
Efficient financial management in a team

Efficient financial management in a team

A shared account with sub-accounts helps you delegate. Simply give team members access to specific sub-accounts, while your main account and key reserves stay protected. That's useful for project teams managing their own budget — they make purchases directly from those sub-accounts without asking you for approval every time.
Clear separation of expenses

Clear separation of expenses

An account with multiple sub-accounts is the perfect tool to separate business and private spending. Many self-employed people make the mistake of running everything through a single account. That often leads to discrepancies at a tax audit or year-end closing. Use sub-accounts for different cost centres and build a clean basis for your taxes. With real-time charts in the app, you instantly see where your money goes and where you can optimise your profit.

The benefits of sub-accounts at a glance

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If you're looking for a flexible account with sub-accounts, pay attention above all to flexibility and the cost structure. The benefits are clear:
  • Save time managing your receipts
  • Protect your liquidity by building reserves
  • Use dedicated IBANs to receive payments straight into specific projects
  • Less stress: the reassurance that your VAT is safely parked
  • Earn interest: depending on your plan, balances in pockets earn interest (variable, subject to market conditions)

Open a business account with sub-accounts — step by step

Opening a new sub-account takes just a few minutes.

1

Open an account

Open your Vivid business account. Already have one? Just log in to your main account.

2

Add a sub-account

In the app, tap 'New pocket' or 'Add sub-account', give the account a name and a fitting icon, and request a dedicated IBAN if needed.

3

Distribute your money

Drag and drop your first amount over from the main account.

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Free online account with sub-accounts: what are the options?

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Many founders look for a free account with sub-accounts to keep fixed costs down, especially in the early phase. Some banks offer two or three pockets for free. If you need more structure with ten or 15 accounts, a professional plan is usually worth it — these often include extras like virtual cards or higher limits. Always check whether the sub-accounts come with real IBANs and whether every transaction is genuinely free.

Comparing is worth it here: the savings from more efficient processes often outweigh the monthly fee of a professional account.

Prices & fees at a glance

Costs vary widely. Traditional banks often charge for each sub-account separately. With Vivid, many pockets are already included in your plan. In general, watch out for hidden costs like fees for SEPA transfers or charges for additional debit cards. Some providers also charge for cash withdrawals or foreign currency payments.

You can recognise a fair model by internal transfers between your accounts always being free and instant. It's also worth checking whether minimum monthly deposits unlock better conditions.

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      • Initial fixed interest rate p.a.*
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      • Fixed interest rate p.a. after 4 months*
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      • Initial fixed interest rate p.a.*
        4%
      • Fixed interest rate p.a. after 4 months*
        0,5%
      • Initial fixed interest rate p.a., USD/GBP*
        5%
      • Fixed interest rate p.a. after 5 months, USD/GBP*
        1%
    • Cards & Cashback
      • Guaranteed unlimited cashback
        0,2%
      • Cashback on selected categories and brands, up to
        4%
      • Virtual and physical cards
        Free
      • Card spending limits for ads & IT services
        Unlimited
    • Transfers
      • SEPA Instant
        Free
      • Incoming SWIFT
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      • Outgoing SWIFT
        5 free per month, then 5 €
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      • 24/7 human support
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      • Free accounts with German IBANs
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      • Initial fixed interest rate p.a.*
        4%
      • Fixed interest rate p.a. after 4 months*
        1,3%
      • Initial fixed interest rate p.a., USD/GBP*
        5%
      • Fixed interest rate p.a. after 5 months, USD/GBP*
        2%
    • Cards & Cashback
      • Guaranteed unlimited cashback
        0,5%
      • Cashback on selected categories and brands, up to
        6%
      • Virtual and physical cards
        Free
      • Card spending limits for ads & IT services
        Unlimited
    • Transfers
      • SEPA Instant
        Free
      • Incoming SWIFT
        Free
      • Outgoing SWIFT
        10 free per month, then 5 €
    • Support
      • 24/7 human support
        Yes
      • Dedicated customer success team
        Yes
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

  • How many sub-accounts can I create with Vivid?

    That depends on your plan. Often you can create up to 15 separate pockets. Each one is a fully-fledged account — enough room for all your projects, taxes and team budgets. You can open or close pockets at any time.
  • Yes — with Vivid, every pocket has its own German IBAN. That's a real advantage. You can have direct debits collected from a specific pocket or ask customers to pay straight into a project account. Assigning payments becomes extremely simple and saves you manual reconciliation.
  • Essentially, anyone with more than a handful of payments per month. Freelancers benefit in particular, because they can set taxes aside immediately. In short: as soon as you plan money for different purposes, an account with multiple sub-accounts is the best choice.
  • Yes, managing sub-accounts is completely flexible. When a project ends, simply move the remaining money back and delete the pocket in a few clicks. Creating new sub-accounts is just as quick when your business grows.
  • Finance experts often recommend a basic structure of at least three to five accounts: one for fixed costs, one for VAT, one for income tax and a buffer for emergencies. As your business gets more complex, you can extend the structure at any time.

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