Novo for business in Switzerland: Not available
- Why
- Novo requires a business registered in the United States and states that it does not serve international businesses. A company registered in Switzerland is not eligible.
- Requirements
- A registered US business and, for the applicant, a US Social Security number and a US address are generally needed.
- Where it serves
- The United States, excluding US territories
- Operates in
- US dollars, with a US business checking account
General information, not financial, legal, or tax advice. Verify current terms and eligibility with the provider before applying.
Does Novo serve business customers in Switzerland?
No. Novo is a US business banking platform that provides business checking through a US partner bank. Its accounts are for businesses registered in the United States, such as LLCs, corporations, sole proprietorships, partnerships and nonprofits, and Novo states plainly that it does not serve international businesses. A company that exists only in Switzerland is not US registered, so there is no onboarding path. As of 20 April 2026.
Why a Swiss company is not eligible
The block is explicit rather than a temporary limit. Novo requires a US registered business and, for the applicant, a US Social Security number, a US address and a US mobile number on a major carrier. Because a Swiss registered business has no US registration and its owners are typically resident in Switzerland, it cannot satisfy these conditions. A separate US entity in your group could be assessed on its own facts, which is a different applicant from your Swiss company. Verify with the provider
What Novo is built for
Novo is aimed at US small businesses and freelancers that want fee light online business checking with invoicing and integrations. That focus is the reason it does not extend to companies outside the United States. If your group runs a US entity, that entity could apply on its own terms, but that does not make Novo available to your Swiss business. As of 20 April 2026
Alternatives that serve businesses in Switzerland
Because Novo is not available to a Swiss registered company, a business in Switzerland would look elsewhere. 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 20 April 2026.
Questions about Novo in Switzerland
Is Novo available for business in Switzerland?
Why can a Swiss company not open Novo?
Does Novo serve international businesses?
What can a Swiss business use instead of Novo?
Availability, fees, and eligibility change. This page was last reviewed on 20 April 2026. Confirm the current position with Novo before applying.