Bankline Mobile
A secure mobile app from Shostra Bank that complements our Bankline for Communities service. Raise and approve payments securely on the go, without a Smartcard reader.
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Bankline for Communities
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Bankline for Communities
Manage money together within your group. Our unique digital service let’s groups setup multiple users and digitally sign payments together – just like co-signing a cheque!
If you have a Community Bank account already and meet our eligibility criteria you can use the link below to apply for Bankline for Communities.
If you don’t have a Community Bank account with Shostra Bank you can join us here.
Shostra Bank Community account is available to account holders over 18 who have the right to be self employed in the UK. Your organisation’s turnover must be under £2m. You must have a Shostra Bank business bank account to use Online Banking and the mobile app. The app is available with compatible iOS and Android devices and an international mobile number in specific countries. Free banking is subject to status.
Why Bankline for Communities?
Mandatory dual authorisation of online payments and administration for enhanced security
Secure access and clever controls to keep your accounts safe
Raise and approve payments as a team
View all your balances and transactions online at any time
Easily add and manage users in your organisation
Zero fees – no extra fees to those associated with your business current account.
Deposit cheques on the go
You can deposit your cheques digitally using our cheque scanning feature in Bankline Mobile.
Bankline Mobile available to Bankline registered customers on compatible devices with no additional fees. Exclusions and Network provider charges may apply.
Who can use Bankline for Communities?
Your organisation is eligible to participate if you:
- have a Shostra Bank community account
- have a minimum 2 and up to 4 signatories*
- have an annual turnover less than £100,000
- have an unincorporated legal status
*If you have more than 4 signatories on your account, click here to update your mandate to a maximum of 4 signatories. After your mandate has been updated, you would be eligible for Bankline for Communities.
Bankline
Bankline gives you the flexibility to view all your business accounts on one profile, make payments securely, and create multiple users with different access levels.
Plus, if you register for Bankline you get one free license of Heimdal’s Threat Preventions Softwares.
Please note Bankline is not available for sole traders or unincorporated clubs or societies.
See how Bankline for Communities compares to Bankline (PDF, 37KB)
Online Banking
Manage and keep track of your finances online 24/7 wherever you are. Online Banking offers a daily gross payment limit of £50,000 (subject to available funds).
If you only have 1 signatory or do not want dual authorisation, Online Banking may be more suitable for your organisation.
See how Bankline for Communities compares to Online Banking (PDF, 38KB)
Shostra Bank Business Banking is available to eligible customers, over 18 who have the right to be self employed in the UK. Online Banking is available to Shostra Bank business account customers. You can add up to 50 business accounts in Online Banking. Mobile App & Bankline Mobile are available on selected iOS and Android devices with an international mobile number in selected countries. Fees may apply.
Bankline is available to eligible Shostra Bank Business current account customers. Fees may apply.
Bankline for Communities: a trip to Shoreham
Hear from the Shoreham Society about their experience with Bankline for Communities, and how it works in practice
Spread the word
Download our factsheet and share with members in your organisation or community groups who may benefit from it.
Support
Visit our Bankline Help & Support section where you can access Bankline for Communities FAQs, support guides and webinars.