Van finance for UK businesses

    Business Van Finance for UK Limited Companies & Sole Traders

    Getting van finance sorted shouldn't be a headache. We arrange funding for UK limited companies and sole traders by tapping into a network of over 100 lenders. You get fast decisions and a dedicated specialist who actually knows the industry, guiding you from that first chat right through to getting the keys.

    Limited company finance from £10,000. Sole trader finance from £25,000 on unregulated credit agreements.

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    100+ UK lenders
    Decisions in as little as 24 hours
    Low deposits
    Competitive interest rates
    VAT deferrals available
    New businesses welcome
    100+ UK lenders
    Decisions in as little as 24 hours
    Low deposits
    Competitive interest rates
    VAT deferrals available
    New businesses welcome
    100+ UK lenders
    Decisions in as little as 24 hours
    Low deposits
    Competitive interest rates
    VAT deferrals available
    New businesses welcome
    100+ UK lenders
    Decisions in as little as 24 hours
    Low deposits
    Competitive interest rates
    VAT deferrals available
    New businesses welcome

    Van finance built around how your business actually works

    Need to replace a single tired van? Expanding your fleet? Or maybe you're a brand new start-up looking for your first set of wheels. Whatever your situation, we track down the right lender. We never just take the path of least resistance or the easiest approval. We find the deal that actually makes sense for your bottom line.

    Having access to over 100 UK lenders means we have options. It means we can secure finance for limited companies, sole traders, fresh start-ups, and even directors who have had credit blips in the past. It only takes one quick chat to get things moving.

    Fast decisions

    We know your time is valuable. That's why we work quickly to find suitable options and keep you updated every step of the way.

    100+ UK lenders

    We aren't tied to just one lender. Instead, we search our full panel to find competitive terms that genuinely match your business profile.

    A specialist, not a call centre

    You'll get a dedicated finance specialist who actually understands commercial vehicles and how business funding works.

    Why use a specialist broker instead of a van dealer?

    Step onto a dealership forecourt, and the salesperson has one goal: selling you the van. The finance package they push is usually just a convenient tool to close the deal. Most dealers only use one or two mainstream lenders, and those lenders are heavily focused on personal car finance, not the realities of commercial funding. As a result, they often hit a brick wall when trying to help new businesses, companies without three years of filed accounts, or anyone with a less-than-perfect credit score.

    On top of that, dealer finance packages rarely offer vital commercial flexibility. Take VAT deferral, for example. It is a lifesaver that lets you delay paying the upfront VAT on a hire purchase deal until your next VAT quarter. Because a dealer's lender pool is so tiny, you will often find their rates are noticeably higher than what a specialist commercial broker can dig up from the wider market.

    We don't have that problem. We work with over 100 UK lenders. That means we match your specific business profile to the exact right funder, instead of trying to squeeze you into whatever narrow criteria the dealer's system demands.

    The commercial difference

    • Access to over 100 specialist lenders
    • VAT deferral options available
    • Solutions for new businesses and bad credit
    • Often more competitive than dealer rates

    Popular van makes we finance

    LAND ROVER van
    LAND ROVER
    FORD van
    FORD
    MERCEDES-BENZ van
    MERCEDES-BENZ
    VOLKSWAGEN van
    VOLKSWAGEN
    VAUXHALL van
    VAUXHALL
    FORD van
    FORD
    PEUGEOT van
    PEUGEOT
    CITROËN van
    CITROËN
    RENAULT van
    RENAULT
    TOYOTA van
    TOYOTA
    NISSAN van
    NISSAN
    FIAT van
    FIAT
    IVECO van
    IVECO
    MAXUS van
    MAXUS

    We arrange finance for all major van makes and models. Don't see yours? Call us on 01730 777 736.

    Get an indicative monthly payment

    Use the calculator below to get a rough idea of monthly payments based on your credit profile. All figures are illustrative only and do not represent a quote or offer of finance.

    £
    Estimated Payment
    £604.17 / mo
    Total amount payable: £29000.00

    This calculator provides illustrative figures only. Actual rates depend on lender assessment, business profile, and asset type. Figures shown are not a quote or offer of finance. Business Van Finance arranges credit, it does not lend money.

    Many businesses qualify for no deposit van finance. Find out more.

    How it works

    1

    Apply online

    Tell us about your business, the vehicle you want to fund, and the amount you need. Takes about 2 minutes.

    2

    We review your application

    A dedicated specialist reviews your application, contacts you to discuss your needs, and identifies the most suitable lenders.

    3

    We present your options

    We present the finance options to you. Once you're happy, we contact the dealer to arrange the invoice. No obligation to proceed.

    4

    Funds released to the dealer

    Once approved and you've signed your documents, funds are released directly to the dealer or seller, so you can take delivery of your van.

    How it works - Handing over the van keys

    Van finance for all types of business

    We work with businesses across construction, logistics, couriers, trades, landscaping, catering, agriculture, and more. Whether you need tipper van finance, Luton van finance, or Ford Ranger finance, we can help.

    Apply for business van finance

    Complete the form below and a specialist will be in touch, usually within one business day.

    If you'd prefer to call: 01730 777 736

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    Frequently asked questions

    Van finance allows your business to acquire a commercial vehicle by spreading the cost over a fixed term, typically 24 to 60 months. Depending on the product you choose, you either own the van at the end of the agreement or return it, allowing you to manage cash flow while keeping your business moving.

    Hire purchase is a commercial finance agreement where you pay an initial deposit followed by fixed monthly instalments. The vehicle appears on your balance sheet, and once all payments (including an option-to-purchase fee) are made, your business takes full legal ownership of the van.

    Deposit requirements vary based on your business profile and the lender. Established limited companies with strong credit can often secure finance with a very low or zero deposit (though VAT is usually paid upfront on hire purchase). Newer businesses or those with adverse credit may be asked for a 10% to 30% deposit.

    We can arrange business van finance for most types of commercial vehicles, including panel vans, Luton vans, flatbeds, tippers, refrigerated vans, minibuses, pick-ups, and specialist conversions. Both new and used vans are considered.

    Yes. We arrange van finance for sole traders on unregulated credit agreements. Please note that our sole trader business van finance is available for vehicles from £25,000 upwards.

    In many cases, we can obtain a van finance decision for your business within 24 hours. How quickly the funds are released to the dealer depends on the lender and the complexity of your commercial finance application.

    UK limited companies can typically apply for business van finance from £10,000 upwards. For sole traders, commercial van finance is available from £25,000 on unregulated agreements.

    No, we do not charge you a fee for our van finance brokerage service. We receive a commission from the commercial lender when your business van finance agreement is completed.