Is Multipass available for business in Switzerland?

By Morten Andersen, cofounder of Business Bank Index
Reviewed by Fredrik Filipsson · Last reviewed 15 August 2025
Availability

Multipass for business in Switzerland: Unclear

Why unclear
Switzerland is not on the Multipass priority list and is not in the European Union, so a Swiss company falls under the jurisdictions Multipass reviews individually.
Priority jurisdictions
The European Union, Britain, Canada, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates
IBANs provided
British and United Arab Emirates IBANs, multi currency, with no local Swiss franc IBAN
Who it serves
Corporate entities only, not individuals
Availability as of 15 August 2025Last reviewed 15 August 2025

General information, not financial, legal, or tax advice. Verify current terms and eligibility with the provider before applying.

Unclear. As of 15 August 2025, Multipass opens corporate accounts with priority for companies in the European Union, Britain, Canada, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates, and says it reviews companies from other jurisdictions individually. Switzerland is outside the European Union and is not named, so whether a Swiss registered company is accepted depends on case by case review rather than a stated yes. Verify directly with Multipass.

Does Multipass serve business customers in Switzerland?

The position is not clear cut. Multipass is a UK based provider of multi currency corporate accounts, and it states that it opens accounts with priority for customers in a defined set of jurisdictions, namely the European Union, Britain, Canada, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates. Companies from other jurisdictions are considered individually. Switzerland is not in the European Union and is not on that priority list, so a Swiss registered company is in the discretionary category rather than a confirmed served market. As of 15 August 2025.

Why the position is unclear for a Swiss company

Because Switzerland is reviewed individually, acceptance depends on the specific structure and activity of the business, the directors and owners, and Multipass risk assessment at the time of application. That means a clear availability answer cannot be stated in advance for a Swiss company. Treat it as unclear and confirm with Multipass before relying on it. If Multipass does open an account, it would issue a British or United Arab Emirates IBAN rather than a local Swiss franc IBAN. Verify with the provider

What Multipass provides

Multipass offers remote onboarding for corporate clients and multi currency accounts with British and United Arab Emirates IBANs, aimed at cross border payments rather than local domestic banking. It does not provide a Swiss franc local account, so even an approved Multipass account would not replace local Swiss franc banking. Confirm the current currency support, IBAN types and fees with Multipass before applying. As of 15 August 2025

Alternatives that serve businesses in Switzerland

Because the Multipass position for a Swiss registered company is unclear, a business in Switzerland may prefer providers with a clearer position. The right fit depends on whether you need local Swiss franc operations, multi currency collection and payments, or card and spend management. Confirm current availability and terms with each provider before applying, as of 15 August 2025.

Questions about Multipass in Switzerland

Is Multipass available for business in Switzerland?
Unclear. As of 15 August 2025, Multipass lists priority jurisdictions of the European Union, Britain, Canada, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates, and says companies from other jurisdictions are reviewed individually. Switzerland is not in the European Union and is not on that priority list, so whether a Swiss registered company is accepted depends on case by case review. Verify directly with Multipass.
Why is the Multipass position for Switzerland unclear?
Multipass opens corporate accounts with priority for customers in the European Union, Britain, Canada, Gibraltar, Hong Kong, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates. Switzerland is outside the European Union and is not named, so it falls under the category that Multipass reviews individually. Acceptance is not guaranteed and depends on the company structure and activity, which is why the position is unclear rather than a clear yes or no. Confirm with Multipass, as of 15 August 2025.
What currencies and IBANs does Multipass provide?
Multipass is a UK based provider offering multi currency corporate accounts, and it issues British and United Arab Emirates IBANs with support for a range of currencies. It does not provide a local Swiss franc IBAN, so even where an account is opened it is not a substitute for local Swiss franc banking. Confirm the current currency and IBAN support with Multipass, as of 15 August 2025.
What can a Swiss business use instead of Multipass?
A business in Switzerland can look at Swiss domestic banks and at licensed multi currency account providers that serve Switzerland for cross border payments and cards. The right choice depends on whether you need local Swiss franc operations, multi currency collection, or card and spend management. Confirm current availability and terms with each provider, as of 15 August 2025.

Availability, fees, and eligibility change. This page was last reviewed on 15 August 2025. Confirm the current position with Multipass before applying.

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