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Helping Northern Ireland business thrive for over 200 years

Whether you're starting out or looking to switch, trust Danske to help you grow your business.

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One of the leading Business Banks in Northern Ireland*

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Easy to use, customisable online banking

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Dedicated local experts to support your business

* Source: MarketVue Business Banking from Savanta. YE Q4 2024 £0-1bn NI data. Data weighted by industry and turnover to be representative of NI businesses. Base: All exc Personal Banking = 1064.


We're here for you and your business

We know businesses come in all shapes and sizes, each with their own unique ambitions, priorities and goals. Whether you're a startup or an established business, our experts are here to help you thrive.

How we support you

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ACCOUNT OFFER

Bank Fee Free

when you're free.

2 years fee-free business banking with a Small Business Digital Account that works outside of 9 to 5. Just like you.

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Available to businesses with a turnover of up to £1 million. Other terms and conditions apply.

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Online business banking

District is our online financial platform. Accessible online or on mobile via your browser, it provides a complete overview of your finances, no matter the complexity.

  • Accessible. A single point of entry to your accounts, payments and liquidity.
  • Insightful. Get support with your financial decision making.
  • Integrated. Integration with most accountancy software platforms such as Xero, Quickbooks and FreeAgent with District.
  • Customisable. You select the modules you require to assist you with your daily work.
  • Controlled. Manage who uses your accounts and how they access them.

Our mobile and tablet business app allow you to create and authorise payments, view transaction history, send messages to your advisor and much more.

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Supporting your business. Supporting you.

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Sustainable finance

Sustainability is increasingly important to businesses and their customers. See how we can support you on your journey to a more sustainable future.

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Rising cost of doing business

We know that operating costs are soaring for many businesses. If you’re starting to feel the impact, please get in touch as we may be able to help.

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Frauds and Scams

With fraud and scams becoming more sophisticated, check out the latest resources to help protect you and your business from financial attacks.

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Government schemes

Several schemes were set up to provide support during and after the pandemic. Find out more about them, plus the Pay as you Grow options.

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Danske Economic Hub

Insights and forecasts from our local Economist Team including quarterly sectoral forecasts and consumer confidence reports.

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Danske’s online banking system has been invaluable – it is easy to use and has a range of features that helps us manage our cash flow.”

Ashleigh Averell, ibrand Everything Ltd, Newtownabbey

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Danske’s online banking system has been invaluable – it is easy to use and has a range of features that helps us manage our cash flow.

Ashleigh Averell, ibrand Everything Ltd, Newtownabbey

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Independent service quality survey results

Business Current Accounts

Published February 2025

As part of a regulatory requirement, an independent survey was conducted to ask customers of the 5 largest business current account providers if they would recommend their provider to other small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

The results represent the view of customers who took part in the survey.

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Information about business current account services

We’re required by the Financial Conduct Authority to publish information about our business current account services.

This includes, amongst other things:

  • How to open a current account with us, and what you'll need to do;
  • How and when you can contact us if you have a question of concern
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Small Business Borrowing

The information contained in this page is primarily aimed at those customers interested in borrowing up to £25,000.

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Alternative Finance Options

When we aren’t in a position to provide funding we would still like to help by providing some other potential funding sources.

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Trade Finance

We have a range of products that can help minimise credit risks and manage credit terms and payment flows for buyers.

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We're here to help

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0345 8509 515

  • Main phone opening hours Mon–Fri: 8am–6pm / Sat: 9am–1pm / Sun: Closed
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