Join our referral partnership programme for accountants and bookkeepers

When you run a small business, the journey to success is full of ups, downs and big decisions – and accountants are there through it all. Here at Starling, we recognise that – so we’ve built a referral partnership programme to help support you and your clients along the way.

Become a partner

Starling business account shown on laptop and mobile

Why partner with us?

We’re not just here to support the businesses. We’re here to support you, too – as a Starling referral partner.

Bespoke applications
Help your clients get started with a personalised application link and QR code.
Resources pack
Including our ‘Get Started’ guides and approved content to use on your website.
A personal touch
Your own dedicated point of contact to help support you and your clients’ needs.
Collaboration, your way
We’ll support you and your team and are open to attending events in person or online.
Team meet and greets
We’ll give you and your team an overview of our products and answer any questions you might have, to give you a full understanding of Starling.

Become a partner

What your clients get with a Starling business account

£0 a month

No fiddly forms, no waiting around and no monthly fees. Just one simple application from our app.

Accountancy software

We have our own accounting features, and offer integrations with Xero, QuickBooks and FreeAgent.

24/7 customer support

Fast response times from real humans through our app, phone or email.

Automated expenses

Automatically put expenses into business categories, to simplify reporting.

Clever budgeting tools

Clients can categorise transactions and separate their overheads from tax and VAT with Spaces.

Instant payment notifications

Your clients will get notifications every time they spend or get paid. Plus, reminders the day before due payments.

Seamless switching

Your clients can try our business account first – no need to switch straight away. When they’re ready, the Current Account Switch Service makes it easy.

FSCS protected

Starling is a fully regulated UK bank, which means your clients’ eligible deposits are protected up to £120,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.

We’re integrated with leading accounting software

Read our blog to find out which other accounting tools integrate with Starling.

Who can apply for a Starling business account?

Limited Companies and Limited Liability Partnerships (including startups)
An easy-to-use business account stacked with powerful money management tools. All with no monthly fees or UK payment charges.
Companies with multiple PSCs / Directors
Your clients can easily add directors to the account (directors must be registered at Companies House).
Sole traders
Whether your clients are self-employed or happily side-hustling, we’ve built an award-winning sole trader account to save time and money.

Learn more about Starling business accounts eligibility