Brex Startup Perks
Corporate cards and finance stack built for startups — no personal guarantee, rewards on startup-relevant spend.
Quick answer
Brex offers eligible startups up to Varies in perks and resources, with no equity required. No application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (any stage).
Available programs
Varies
Brex for Startups
Corporate card with higher limits than personal cards, no personal guarantee, plus partner rewards on AWS, Slack, and more.
- Corporate card with no personal guarantee
- Sign-up bonus + rewards on startup spend
- Partner discounts (AWS, Slack, Notion)
- Spend controls and expense automation
Best for
Do you qualify for Brex?
You likely qualify if
- You have a US EIN, valid US incorporation (C-corp, S-corp, LLC, or LLP), and US operations/address
- You have received equity investment (accelerator, angel, or VC), or are partner/customer referred
- You hold sufficient cash (commonly ~$50K+ for funded startups, lower via certain partners)
You won't qualify if
- You are a sole proprietor or unincorporated partnership
- You lack US incorporation, a US EIN, or US operations
Common rejection reasons
- Inaccurate or unverifiable business/identity details on the application (legal name, EIN, address)
- Insufficient cash balance, no qualifying funding, or commingled/high-risk funds flagged in review
How to apply for Brex
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1
Check eligibility
Be a US-incorporated business with an EIN. Approval is based on cash balance/funding, not personal credit.
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2
Prepare your details
Have your business details, EIN, and funding/bank info ready.
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3
Apply via Brex
Sign up at brex.com/startups.
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4
Get approved
Receive your corporate card plus the signup bonus and rewards.
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Brex commonly pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Brex give startups?
Brex provides eligible startups with up to Varies in perks and resources across its programs.
Does Brex take equity from startups?
No. Brex's startup perks and credits are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Brex?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: Must be a US-incorporated business with an EIN; Approval based on cash balance / funding (not personal credit).
Is Brex free for startups?
Applying is free. Brex provides up to Varies in perks and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Brex?
1) Check eligibility, 2) Prepare your details, 3) Apply via Brex, 4) Get approved. Full steps are on this page.
