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Question: How can I open my VAT number with LexDo.it?

Answer: Opening a VAT number is a mandatory step for any freelancer, consultant, or professional who decides to start their own business and can represent some difficulties.    Thanks to the services offered by LexDo.it and Qonto, this step becomes much simpler and faster! 🚀   In fact, you will be able to open your VAT number comfortably from your home  in just 24 hours,  directly from your smartphone or computer, and benefit from the personalized support of a professional. How? Access  the dedicated page  on LexDo.it and follow the detailed guide of all the costs for opening the VAT number; Benefit from the assistance of an accountant to choose the regime that best suits your needs; Your VAT number is active! ✅ You won't have to worry about anything else! The LexDo.it team will take care of verifying your eligibility for the flat-rate regime  with reduced taxation of 5% for the first 5 years  and will carry out all the subsequent procedures, based on your specific case. 📃   The opening of the VAT number is 100% online, with continuous support from expert professionals who will help you make the best choices according to your activity!   Opening the VAT number with LexDo.it allows you to save over €400 in the first year and to benefit from a year of legal consulting included in the price!   Moreover, thanks to the partnership with Qonto, you can benefit from one month of free rate and a discount of €34 for the following month on your Qonto plan! 🤩   For any further information regarding the VAT number activation procedure with LexDo.it and the associated rates or the 5% flat-rate regime, do not hesitate to consult  this page  or to contact their team of legal experts! 😉
Question: What legal consultancy services does LexDo.it provide?

Answer: Just like Qonto, LexDo.it also places a high value on the development of Italian SMEs and aims to simplify as much as possible the bureaucracy that professionals, at the beginning of their activity, may encounter along their way.   To put this purpose into practice, LexDo.it has developed a complete legal services platform, constantly updated and  available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week , allowing SMEs and professionals t o request over 200 types of contracts and legal documents in just 6 minutes! 🚀   You will simply need to connect  to the LexDo.it website , select from the list of available documents what you need, and answer a few guided questions that will allow their team of expert lawyers to prepare your customized contract! 😊   Finally, you will be able to download the version of the contract specially prepared for you by LexDo.it, including personalized clauses for the specific situation, comfortably from your own home. 💻   Here are some examples of available contracts: Creation and modification of one's brand trademark; Website privacy policy and cookie policy; Advertising contract; Partnership contract; Customized employment contract for employees, etc... For any difficulties, doubts, or requests, you can rely on the support of expert lawyers, who will not fail to provide you with telephone consultancy to solve even complex problems within a maximum of 48 hours.   Rates and special offer dedicated to Qonto clients   LexDo.it offers three different types of annual subscriptions: Personal , at a cost of €99/year excluding VAT, with 3 contracts and a consultation with an expert lawyer included in the price; Business , at a cost of €299/year excluding VAT, with the possibility to create unlimited contracts and 5 consultations with an expert lawyer included in the price; Superior , at a cost of €799/year excluding VAT, with unlimited contracts and consultations and a dedicated lawyer for annual legal checkups. Moreover, if you are a Qonto client,  you can benefit from a €10 discount  on the annual plan you choose, by entering the promotional code available from the Connect section of your Qonto app! 🤩   For any further information related to the rates applied by LexDo.it, we recommend consulting  their dedicated page .
Question: What is LexDo.it and how does the partnership with Qonto work?

Answer: As a 100% digital payment institution, Qonto has always been committed to streamline and simplify the financial management of Italian SMEs.   It is with this goal in mind that the partnership with LexDo.it was born: to minimize the impact of bureaucracy on business operations, giving them back the time to focus on their activities and increase their business! 🤩   What is LexDo.it concretely doing?  LexDo.it is the first 100% online legal service , created with the aim of simplify and make legal assistance accessible to everyone, thanks to continuous updates and the use of innovative technologies. 🚀   Through its platform, specifically designed to allow companies, professionals, and even private individuals to easily navigate through forms and timelines, LexDo.it offers a complete legal service, capable of guiding users step by step who need consultancy.   With over  200 types of legal documents available in less than 6 minutes,  the support of a network of sector professionals, and extremely competitive costs compared to traditional consultancy, LexDo.it presents itself as a quick, simple alternative in line with the needs of an increasingly digital world, fully reflecting Qonto's philosophy.   The synergy between Qonto and LexDo.it   The agreement between Qonto and LexDo.it covers all the administrative and legal needs that every SME may face in its journey of birth, growth, and evolution, thus allowing to offer a complete professional consultancy in a simple and effective manner.   Specifically, thanks to our partnership, you can benefit from a wide range of services: - The establishment of your SRL or innovative startup  in just 72 hours , comfortably online up to the signing of the notary deed; - The 100% digital opening of your VAT number, for freelancers and independent professionals; - The availability of all the necessary legal support for your business at advantageous conditions. Eliminate time losses by simplifying bureaucratic complexity and choose LexDo.it for all your legal requirements! 😉   👇 Find  below  some useful material:  Create my SRL or innovative startup Open my VAT number Request my personalized legal contract
Question: How can I transfer the user role "Account owner" to another person?

Answer: The user role "Account owner" is the most powerful role in the account at Qonto and can only be assigned to one person at a time. It is equivalent to the role of a main administrator for the account.   What are the conditions for changing the user role "Account owner"? The "Account owner" user role  must  be transferred if the legal representative within the company has changed, but can also be transferred if you want to assign a different legal representative as the main administrator in the account. Only individuals with the following identification document can be assigned the role "Account owner": -a  valid identity card or passport  from the European Union, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway, or Iceland -a  valid machine-readable residence permit  (plastic card) from Germany For security reasons, the "Account owner" user role change can only be carried out by our service. Specific documents are required for each legal form to verify the eligibility of the new legal representative. ⚠️  Sole Proprietors & Freelancers For sole proprietors and freelancers, transferring the user role "Account owner" is not applicable, as the management and company ownership are intrinsically linked to the individual of the business. Who can become the account owner and what documents are required for my legal form? Corporations and Partnerships Who can become the account owner? Current corporate officer or authorised officer Which documents are accepted? Updated commercial register extract or, Notarized document or, Court judgment GbR (Civil Law Partnership) Who can become the account owner? Current partner Which documents are accepted? Trade license of the new partner or, Current partnership agreement or, Court judgment I am no longer the legal representative of the company or there are additional legal representatives, how can I assign a new person as the "account owner"? Contact us via chat or email at  [email protected] , providing the full name and email of the new account owner, as well as the name of the company, and send us the updated company documents. The individual will then be invited by us as the new legal representative of the company for the user role "account owner". The individual must accept the invitation sent to them via email and verify their identity via a video identification with IDnow. If the verification is successful, they will be assigned as the new main administrator of the account with the role of "account owner". Done! 😊   How can I designate myself as the new legal representative with the role of "account owner"? Contact us via chat or email at  [email protected] , providing your full name as well as the name of the company, and send us the updated company documents. You will then be invited by us as the new legal representative of the company for the user role "account owner". You must accept the invitation sent to you via email and verify your identity via a video identification with IDnow. If your verification is successful, you will be assigned as the new main administrator of the account with the role of "account owner". Done! 😊
Question: I received an email informing me that my account will be closed in one week. Why?

Answer: If you have recently established your company and opened a Qonto account,  we need to have a copy of your Chamber of Commerce Extract  in order to update the company information based on what is recorded in the Chamber of Commerce.   From the date of account validation, as communicated in the emails you have received,  you have 30 days to provide us with a copy of the Chamber of Commerce Extract . If you haven't had the opportunity to send it to us yet, you can do so immediately by email, forwarding it to the address  [email protected] .   Where can I find the Chamber of Commerce Extract for my company? If you haven't received any communications from the Chamber of Commerce in your province, we invite you to contact your accountant; they will be able to provide you with more information and details about it.
Question: I need a certified email (PEC) and digital signature for my new company. Qonto Starter Pack

Answer: With the Qonto Starter Pack, you get the essential digital tools to start your business quickly and easily.   The complete package includes Qonto's business account with integrated electronic invoicing, certified email (PEC), and a digital signature from  InfoCert , the largest European Certification Authority.   By requesting the Starter Pack, you can choose the complete package or only some of the available tools: 2 months of Qonto business account for free , 100% online, intuitive, and transparent, simplifying the financial and accounting management of your clients. You can open the account even before receiving the Chamber of Commerce Extract, as soon as you have the notarized articles of incorporation; A remote  digital signature  provided by InfoCert, valid for 3 years. The digital signature holds the same legal value as a handwritten signature and is  mandatory for online company formation ; A  PEC (certified email) provided by InfoCert , a registered PEC manager in the Public List of Accredited Managers, with one year of usage included, allowing you to send certified emails with legal value equivalent to a return receipt requested letter. How can I take advantage of the Qonto Starter Pack? Request our Starter Pack  by filling out the form at this link , and you will be contacted by a Qonto consultant who will guide you step by step through all the necessary steps to start your business, up to the opening of the account.
Question: I have the documents signed by the notary. How can I proceed with the opening of the business account for my company?

Answer: After finalizing the signing of the articles of incorporation and the company bylaws with the notary, you only need to send us a signed and stamped copy of these documents to our email address,  [email protected] . Our team will perform a review of the documentation, and you will receive a response within the next 48 hours.  What verifications does Qonto perform and why?   Has the notary not yet provided you with a copy of the deed of incorporation? In the event that the notary needs to submit the original copy of the deed of incorporation to the Chamber of Commerce to finalize the creation of your company, we can also accept a  notarized certification signed and stamped by the notary , clearly indicating: Date of the company's establishment; Name of the newly established company; Company address; The entire purpose of the company; Name, surname, and codice fiscale of all partners (for individuals); If the partner is a legal entity: Name, REA (Repertorio Economico Amministrativo), and codice fiscale; Percentage breakdown of corporate shares; Method of payment of the share capital; Name, surname, and codice fiscale of the administrator. 👉 By following  this link , you can see an example of an accepted notarial certificate.   Are there any other partners in your company besides you? If there are other partners in your company besides you, please make sure to attach a photograph of the identity documents of the beneficial owners of your company to your email.  Why does Qonto need to identify the beneficial owners of my company?   💡 Ensure that the photographs of your partners' documents meet our security criteria:  How to take a good photo of your ID card and driver's license
Question: I’ve already deposited the share capital and I’m waiting the Visura Camerale: Can I open an account for my future company?

Answer: With Qonto, you can open a business account for your company even before getting the proof of registration ( visura camerale ).   If you’ve already completed the procedures for the creation of your SRL or SRLS with your notary, you just need to send us a copy of the act of incorporation (atto costitutivo) and the bylaws of the company to request the opening of your business account. Within 48 hours, we’ll verify the documents of your company being created. After that, you’ll be able to access your business account, which will become operational immediately. At this point,  you’ll have 30 days to send us your proof of registration (visura camerale) .   Can I transfer the share capital to the Qonto account I just opened? After sending us the act of incorporation ( atto costitutivo ) and the bylaws of your company, your business account will be enabled to receive money, and you can transfer the share capital into it. Please note that:   🟢 If you’ve deposited the share capital via transfer to the notary's account, you can request a transfer directly to your new Qonto IBAN.   🟠 If you’ve opted for the capital deposit via cash, you can use the services of our partner  Mooney  to transfer the cash amount to your business account.   🔴 If you’ve chosen to deposit the share capital via cashier's check, you cannot transfer the capital directly to your new account. Currently,  it’s not possible to deposit checks into a Qonto account .   How to send a copy of the act of incorporation for the account opening? To start the registration procedure on Qonto and request the opening of a business account for a company being created, follow  this link . Enter the details of your new company, choose your future Qonto plan, and select the share capital deposit method you’ve chosen. One of our consultants will soon contact you to guide you through the next steps for the account opening.
Question: I want to deposit the share capital of my new company with Qonto, what do I need to do?

Answer: If the incorporation meeting with the notary will take place in person, and you’ve decided to deposit the share capital of your company being created  via transfer to Qonto , you’ll have – as future company director –  a temporary account in your name  at your disposal,  dedicated to the share capital deposit of all shareholders .   The temporary account will be available as soon as you complete your Qonto registration and your identity is verified. We will send the account details and instructions for making the deposit via email.   Once the capital deposit is completed,  you’ll receive the deposit statement , which you can use to schedule an appointment with your notary and complete the bureaucratic procedures to finalize your company creation.   💡 The deposit statement is a fundamental document to certify that the share capital has been effectively deposited and to finalize your company creation. This document, along with the receipts issued by the issuing bank for the individual transfers made by the company's shareholders, is necessary for signing the act of incorporation ( atto costitutivo ) with the notary.   I have the documents signed by the notary, how can I proceed with the opening of my company's business account? Once the signing of the act of incorporation ( atto costitutivo ) and the bylaws of your company at the notary is completed, you just need to email us a signed and stamped copy of these documents to  [email protected] .   Our team will verify your documents, and will get back to you within the next 48 hours.  Why does Qonto perform a regulatory check?   ☝️ After verifying your company documents,  we’ll release the entire amount of your share capital directly to your business account , which will become operational immediately.   Are there other shareholders in your company besides yourself? Along with the act of incorporation and the bylaws, make sure to attach to your email a photo of the identity documents of your company’s beneficial owners.  Why does Qonto need to identify the ultimate beneficial owners of my company?   💡 Ensure that the photos comply with our security criteria:  How to take a good picture of your identity card / passport / residence permit?
Question: Can I open a Qonto account for my company being created?

Answer: If you’re creating a new  Società a Responsabilità Limitata (S.R.L.) or a Società a Responsabilità Limitata Semplificata (S.R.L.S.) , you can start the opening of a Qonto account dedicated to the share capital deposit and for your future company. This can be done even before receiving the proof of registration ( visura camerale ) at the Chamber of Commerce.   How can I open a corporate account without the Visura Camerale? As a future company director, you can start the account opening procedure by  following this link , providing the name and legal form of the company being created.   💡 Before starting the registration procedure, ensure that your business activity aligns with the  activities accepted by Qonto .   Ensure that you’ve already determined how to deposit the share capital. Options include: via  transfer directly to Qonto  before the meeting with the notary via  cash, cashier's check, or transfer to the notary's account You can select the capital deposit method in the  company creation dashboard  from your computer.   When will my business account be active? To  finalize the opening of the account for your company , submit  a copy of the act of incorporation ( atto costitutivo ) and bylaws signed and stamped by the notary, along with the identity documents of all the company beneficial owners . Once your documentation is verified, your Qonto account will become operational, and the share capital will be available in your account.   💡 Remember to   send us the Visura Camerale of your newly created company within 30 days   to avoid limitations on foreign currency transfers (SWIFT transfers). With the submission of the Visura Camerale, you can continue to use your Qonto account without any restrictions, including foreign currency transfers.   How can I request legal assistance for my company creation? Through the existing partnership between Qonto and  LexDo.it , Qonto customers can access legal support for the  online establishment of their company , streamlining the procedure and saving time and money. For more information on the  Lexdo.it  service in partnership with Qonto, click  here .
Question: What's to consider if one or more shareholders are legal entities (companies)?

Answer: If one of the shareholders involved in the formation of the company is a legal entity (company), its registered office must be located in one of the following countries:   🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇹 Italy 🇪🇸 Spain 🇱🇺Luxembourg 🇧🇪 Belgium ​ 🇳🇱 Netherlands ​ 🇬🇧 United Kingdom   The legal representative of the shareholder company is responsible for the payment of the share capital and must be invited to the business account as a shareholder for this purpose.    You can upload the extract from the commercial register of the shareholder company/legal entity together with the incorporation documents during the registration. ​ Important : Qonto does not accept  shareholder companies  that are still in the incorporation phase as shareholders, unless the companies concerned have already opened an account with Qonto.   The legal representative is always indicated on the extract from the commercial register of the legal entity of the shareholder. Any legal form and activity of the legal entity is permitted with the  exception of associations .   Depending on the country of the company's registered office, the legal representative identifies himself in the respective extract from the commercial register as follows:   ​ Land   Legal representative 🇩🇪 Germany Einzelvertretungsberechtigter Geschäftsführer  (Any of them if more than one exists) Geschäftsführer  (any one if there are several and the company is jointly represented) 🇫🇷 France Directeur Général Président  (in case that there is no Directeur Général ) 🇮🇹 Italy Amministratore Unico Legale Rappresentante  ( Amministratore Unico exists) 🇪🇸 Spain Administrador Único Administrador Solidario  (any of them, in case if several exist and if no Administrador Único exists) 🇱🇺 Luxembourg Administrateur  (Any of them if more than one exists) 🇧🇪 Belgium Legal representative/administrator ​ Administrateur Bestuurder Director (Any of them if more than one exists) 🇳🇱 Netherlands Legal representative/administrator ​Administrateur Director (Any of them if more than one exists) 🇬🇧 United Kingdom Corporate Officer  (Any of them if more than one exists) 💡Other Frequently asked questions Can any organization open a Qonto account? My company is registered, which documents do I need to open an account? What are the requirements for opening an account with Qonto for German companies in foundation? How does the account opening for German companies in formation work with Qonto?
Question: What's to consider if a shareholder is a minor?

Answer: If one of the shareholders involved in the company formation is a minor, a capital contribution is only possible with the restrictions mentioned below:   The shareholder is only invited to the business account in order to pay her/his part of the share capital, but she/he will not have access to the account. ​ There is a family court authorisation stating that the legal representative(s) authorise the minor to act as shareholder. ​ A function as future managing director of the company being formed is excluded until the minor reaches the age of majority, even if a family court authorisation exists in this respect.