Once I've arrived in Hong Kong, how can I open an account? Where are your branches?
When you arrive in Hong Kong, just go to any of our branches with the required documents and a valid purpose for opening an account and they will arrange everything for you. Find the branch nearest to you.
If I am not an HSBC Hong Kong customer, can you still help me to apply for an overseas account?
We recommend opening an HSBC Hong Kong account first to have a smooth international account opening journey.
How long does it take to schedule an appointment with the International Banking Centre (IBC) to open an overseas account?
- HSBC Global Private Banking & HSBC Premier Elite: Same day
- Premier customers: within 2 working days
- HSBC One: within 5 working days
What are the charges for opening overseas accounts?
You will not be charged a fee for opening an overseas account.
Once I have submitted all the required documents, how long does it take for my overseas account to be created?
For HSBC Jade clients and Premier customers, within 10 working days
For Advance and other customers, within 15 working days
Subject to review and approval from overseas office
As a Premier customer, do I need to maintain minimum account balance for my overseas account?
If you've already fulfilled the minimum requirement of HSBC Premier account in either Hong Kong or your home country / territory, no minimum balance is required for the new overseas account.
How can I proactively open an account from overseas, before physically arriving in Hong Kong?
To make opening a Hong Kong account as easy as possible, we can help you before you arrive. Simply visit your local HSBC branch and we will arrange for you.
Can I open a joint Hong Kong bank account with my son or daughter?
Yes, if your child is 18 years old or above. HSBC customers with children below 18 years of age can apply for the Hong Kong Junior Pack account.
What is the minimum age for opening a HSBC Hong Kong account?
Hong Kong Premier Junior Pack: 0-17 years old
Sole account with ATM cards: 11 years old or above