HSBC HK App FAQ

Please close the HSBC HK App on your device completely (eg swipe up from the bottom of your screen and hold, then swipe up on the app's preview to close it). If you still see the 'Welcome to HSBC HK' page upon relaunch, please select 'Log on' and then 'Yes, logon' to set up the HSBC HK App. Should you have other enquiries, please contact us.

When you log on to HSBC HK App for the first time or using a new device, you will be asked to create a 6-digit 'Mobile Banking PIN' for this device to activate Mobile Security Key. Please refer to our step-by-step-guide.

For security reasons, you can only activate HSBC HK App on one device. You may remove linked devices on HSBC HK App or Online Banking to free up space for your new device.

Please refer to our step-by-step-guide. 

You'll need your Security Device or Mobile Security Key to do it.

You can change your transfer limit to a registered or unregistered payee in online banking.

But if you just need to make a small-value payment of HKD10,000 or less, you can adjust the daily limit for it by going to 'Profile', selecting 'Pay and transfer' then 'Small-value payment limit' in the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. The maximum daily limit for small-value payments is HKD10,000.

You may have already added this payee. You can check if that's the case in your 'My payees' list when you make a transfer.

Or you may have entered the wrong account number or FPS proxy ID (i.e. mobile number, email address or FPS Identifier). Please check the information before trying again.

You'll be able to see your globally-linked accounts in the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app even though the app is only available to Hong Kong customers registered for online banking with us.

No, For example, 'Both to Sign' joint accounts are not accessible through Online banking.

You should be able to see your new accounts linked to online banking after a working day of opening. For any problems in online access , please contact our Customer Services :

• HSBC Global Private Banking customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier Elite customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier customers: (852) 2233 3322
• Other customers: (852) 2233 3000

One is your account ledger balance, the other is your available balance.

Your ledger balance may include cheques and/or other credits that have been deposited into the account but have not been cleared for withdrawal or have not become part of the available balance yet.

Your available balance is the amount of money in your account that's available for withdrawal.

You can check transactions as far back as the previous statement for current, savings, gold and credit card accounts.

First, please log on to online banking to add or remove accounts. Next, you'll be able to see an overview of all your local and globally linked accounts in the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.

Yes, you can now update your mobile number and email address via the HSBC HK App by following these steps:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App.
2. Tap the profile icon in the top right-hand corner of your screen.
3. Swipe the name card or tap 'Contact details' under 'Settings and preferences' to enter the 'Contact details' page.

• Your mobile number and email address will be displayed on the 'Contact details' page. You can now update any of these fields by tapping the edit button next to them.
• Please note that you can only update these fields if you have a valid mobile number and/or email address in our records. If you only have either one which is valid and wish to do the update the other, you can only add/update the missing/invalid detail with your HKID via HSBC HK App.

Yes, you can now update your residential & correspondence address via the HSBC HK App by following these steps:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App
2. Tap on the profile icon in the top right-hand corner of your screen
3. Swipe the name card or tap on 'Contact details' under 'Settings an­d preferences' to go to the 'Contact details' page
4. Select the ‘Edit’/ ‘Update’ button next to ‘Addresses’

• Your residential and correspondence address will be displayed on the 'Addresses' page. You can now update any of these fields by tapping the 'Edit'/ 'Update' button.
• Please note that you can only update your residential and correspondence address if you have a valid mobile number and/or email address in our records. Kindly ensure your mobile number and/or email address are up-to-date before updating your residential and correspondence address.

If you submit your request during office hours, it will be processed on the same day and the record will be updated in your customer profile. If your request is submitted outside of office hours, it will be processed on the next working day. For correspondence address, the update may take up to 4 working days to be effective for eStatements/ eAdvices, and some products like cards and MPF. Please note the office hours:

Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 7:55pm; and Saturday, from 9:00am to 5:25pm HKT, excluding Sundays and public holidays.

Yes, the updated mobile number and email address would be applied to all your existing products such as cards, insurance, MPF except general insurance and ORSO.

To update your contact details for general insurance policies with AXA, please contact AXA directly. To update your contact details in ORSO, log on to online banking or submit the data change request by paper form to your employer.

Due to security measures, you can update your contact details via HSBC HK App only if you have either/both a valid mobile number and/or a valid email address in our records. If only one of the details (either mobile number or email address) is valid and you wish to update  the other, you can only add/update the missing/invalid detail via HSBC HK App. Mobile number and email address are critical information to ensure that we keep you informed about the transactions on your account.

If you're an HKID holder and either your email address or mobile number is valid in our records,  you can update the missing/invalid one on HSBC HK App by following the steps below:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App.
2. Select the profile icon in the top right corner of your screen.
3. Find 'Settings and preferences' and select  'Contact details' or click on the name card on the top of the screen.
4. Find your mobile number and email address in 'Contact details' and select the 'Update' button next to them.

If  you're not an HKID holder and your current mobile number in our systems is valid, you can also add or update your email address via HSBC Online Banking (with security code generated from your HSBC HK App or security device).

1. Log on to HSBC Online Banking on a computer.
2. Select 'Update email address' in the 'Quick links' menu.

Alternatively, you can submit the completed Change of Address and/or Customer Information Instruction Form (For Personal Customer) by mail or visit our nearest branch with an identification proof document to update your details with our staff.

Your mobile number and email address are updated instantly in your profile via the app. However, it can take up to 4 working days for your other accounts (such as cards, insurance, or MPF) to update. 

Hence, you might receive your statements for these accounts at the old email address until we are able to complete the update across all systems.

You only need to register once on the HSBC HK App to get access to HSBC Online and Mobile Banking. Please keep your valid mobile number and email address updated on your bank record.

You can verify your identity using any of the following methods.

• Valid HKID/ passport (same as your bank record)
  - Applicable to holders of New Smart HKID (2018 version)* as well as supported passports
  - Applicable to customers aged 18 or above
  - Not applicable to customers holding HSBC MPF or ORSO Defined Contribution Scheme accounts only
• HSBC bank account number and related ATM PIN or Phone Banking PIN
• HSBC credit card number and related ATM PIN
• HSBC MPF or ORSO Defined Contribution Scheme account number and last 6 digits of mobile number
• HSBC Mastercard® Debit Card number and related ATM PIN

Once you've completed the registration, you can activate your Mobile Security Key, set up your 6-digit Mobile Banking PIN and enable biometric authentication. Start exploring a wide range of features and services on the HSBC HK App.

If you don't have a suitable device to complete registration and set up the HSBC HK App, please visit the nearest HSBC Hong Kong branch for assistance.

If you have questions, please call our Customer Services:

• HSBC Global Private Banking customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier Elite customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier customers: (852) 2233 3322
• Other customers: (852) 2233 3000

* Please make sure the HKID shows the complete date, month as well as date of birth.

You may need to wait after scanning your HKID / passport and capturing your selfie as we carry out checks to verify your identity. We'll complete your identity verification swiftly and you may log on to the HSBC HK App right away. We may need more time to verify your identity in edge cases, but we'll notify you of the result within 24 hours via SMS and email. Upon successful identity verification, you can relaunch the app to log on.

Please make sure you are using an eligible HKID / passport and capturing clear images of your HKID/ passport and selfie for identity verification.

Please try again. If you're using your HKID/ passport (same as your bank record) to verify your identity, please make sure of the following.

• You are using a New Smart HKID (2018 version)* or supported passport.
• You are aged 18 or above.
• You are not only holding an HSBC MPF or ORSO Defined Contribution Scheme account.
• The images you capture are clear and readable.

If you're using your account details to verify your identity, please make sure you enter the correct account number and associated PIN or mobile number as well as the latest ID document details you provided when you opened your account.

* Please make sure your HKID shows your complete date, month as well as date of birth.

To protect your account, after reaching the limit on the number of allowed attempts, you will be temporarily blocked from verifying your identity using your HKID / passport for 24 hours. If you'd still like to register for Personal Internet Banking in the interim, please try to verify your identity with your account details.

We currently support identity verification with the following valid adult ID documents (same as your bank record):

• New Smart HKID (2018 version)*
• Supported passports: Australia, Belgium, Canada, India, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Mexico, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam and Taiwan

* Please make sure your HKID shows your complete date, month as well as date of birth.

Yes. Learn more about how to register for Personal Internet Banking by verifying your identity with your account details.

No, you have to use your original HKID / passport for identity verification.

You can visit our branch and our staff will be able to assist you to register.

We'll send you a push notification, email or text message when it's ready. Please keep your email address and mobile number up to date in our records so you'll receive them. You can update your contact details via the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app or HSBC Online Banking. Instructions on how to update can be found on the 'Change contact details' page. 

We recommend checking your emails or online banking regularly to review your latest eStatements and eAdvice, so you'll know if you need to do anything about them. 

Our eStatements and eAdvice service lets you access your statements and advice in online and mobile banking. By signing up for it, you'll help to save the environment by using less paper while getting the information more quickly. Of course, you can still print eStatements and eAdvice for your own records or save them on your computer if you'd like.

It's free and simple to use. You can sign up for it in minutes, or if you just opened a new account, you'll be automatically registered for it. What's more, you can get statements and advice for your different accounts securely with just this one service. You can access them any time once they're ready even when you're on the go.

You'll be able to view and download eStatements # from the last 7 years (84 months) *, and eAdvice from the last 3 months.

^# available in online banking only.

^* eStatements for integrated accounts, HKD Current and Savings accounts are retained for up to 84 months

^* Credit card eStatements will also be accumulated for up to 84 months. If you don't see one, you can ask for a paper statement and we'll waive the fee.

^* eStatements for other accounts (including investment and securities accounts) are retained for up to 24 months.

As a gentle reminder, we'll send you a push notification, email or text message when your latest eStatement is ready.

The HSBC HK Mobile Banking app lets you open your account in less than 5 minutes. There is no need to go to the branch and submit your ID card or any other documents. As soon as you're done with Personal Internet Banking registration, you'll be able to access your account using the app or online banking.

This seamless account opening experience is also available to international customers and passport holders! Simply download the app to submit your application in just 10 minutes.

Yes, if you meet ALL the following criteria:

1. Age between 18–64
2. Hold a new version of HKID card issued in Nov 2018 or later (permanent or non-permanent resident) or be an overseas passport holder¹ or be an exit-entry permit (EEP) holder
3. Reside in one of the selected nations/regions²
4. Do not hold any of the following accounts or products in HK:
   1. HSBC banking or Time Deposit Accounts
   2. HSBC Investment Accounts (e.g. account suffix 381 or 383)
   3. HSBC credit cards (including supplementary credit cards)

1. There are 15 passport types supported including: Australia, Belgium, India, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Mexico, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States of America and Vietnam.
2. It is available for selected jurisdictions only which include Mainland China (submission only, please activate account in Hong Kong), Hong Kong SAR, Australia, Macau, Singapore, the UK and US.

Yes, eligible customers can open an integrated account or upgrade from HSBC One to HSBC Premier account by logging on to HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.  Online Banking or by calling our customer service hotline at (852) 2233 3722 from 9:00am to 8:00pm, Monday to Friday; and 9:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday. You can also visit one of our branches to find out more about your account upgrade with our staff.

Yes. As long as you don't currently have any accounts or credit cards with us and you meet the other requirements, you can use the HSBC Mobile Banking app to open your account.

First, you need to download the latest version of the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. Keep your ID document handy to start the process, and be ready to take a selfie. If you are a US resident, we will ask you to provide further documentation and our staff will contact you for the next step.

You can open an HSBC Premier or HSBC One Account.

For Hong Kong residents holding a new version of HKID card issued in Nov 2018 or later only: Once you successfully open an HSBC Premier or HSBC One account,  you can immediately open an investment account or apply for a credit card via HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. For those who would like to open an investment account digitally, please have your address proof issued within past 3 months.

Please visit our branch if you can’t complete your application online. You’ll need to bring your HKID or valid identify, and a valid proof of address.

Yes.

If you're located in Hong Kong, your HSBC Mastercard® Debit Card and/or HSBC UnionPay ATM Card will be sent to you by post within 4-6 working days (Monday to Friday only; excluding Saturday, Sunday and public holidays). Simply call the Interactive Voice Response (IVR) hotline on (852) 3163 0633 after activating your HSBC Mastercard® Debit Card to set up your debit card PIN; the HSBC UnionPay ATM Card PIN will be sent by post separately.

If you're located abroad, the delivery time of your HSBC UnionPay ATM Card is expected to be longer. The HSBC UnionPay ATM Card PIN will be sent by post separately.

Please wait until you receive your HSBC Mastercard® Debit Card and/or HSBC UnionPay ATM Card PIN, and use that to register for Personal Internet Banking.

If you see an account number after the final step of the process, it means your account has been opened successfully. You will receive your HSBC Mastercard® Debit Card and/ or HSBC UnionPay ATM Card soon.

Additionally, we'll send a welcome SMS to your registered mobile number, followed by a welcome email to your registered email address within 3 working days (Monday to Friday only; excluding Saturday, Sunday and public holidays).

This means that we might need you to provide some supporting documents or answer some follow-up questions. Please wait patiently, our staff will contact you within 5 working days (Monday to Friday only; excluding Saturday, Sunday and public holidays) if we need more information from you.

First, please make sure you have entered the correct mobile phone number. If the number is correct, request another code. Please note, we will send a maximum of 3 SMS codes to the same mobile number. After that, you'll need to wait 120 minutes to try again.

If you close the page before receiving your account number, you'll need to start a new application. If you've received your account number, but didn't register for Personal Internet Banking before closing the page, please wait for your HSBC Mastercard® Debit Card and/ or HSBC UnionPay ATM Card and PIN to arrive in the mail, and use it to register for Personal Internet Banking.

There is no minimum account balance for HSBC One Account. For HSBC Premier, your Total Relationship Balance must be at least HKD1,000,000, or a monthly service fee will be charged.

Yes integrated account supports HKD savings and current accounts, and 11 major foreign currency savings accounts, including RMB.

As soon as you open your account and register for Personal Internet Banking, you can start depositing money. However, please note that it will be 2 working days (Monday to Friday, except Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday) before you can withdraw money from your new account.

Yes. Data security is our top priority. We strive at all times to ensure that your personal data is protected against unauthorised or accidental access, processing or erasure. We maintain this commitment to data security by implementing appropriate physical, electronic and managerial measures to safeguard and secure your personal data.

Your signature is required before you can order a chequebook. Please visit one of our branches to submit your signature in person.

Your selfie and HKID card copy will be transferred to TransUnion Limited where it will be held for 7 days and then deleted.

1. Please double check if you have turned on the NFC function of your mobile
2. The EEP should be placed horizontally on the top half of the back of your phone. If it doesn't work, please take off the phone case and try again
3. If it still does not work, please contact the official support of your mobile phone

When you enable Touch ID in the HSBC HK App, any fingerprint stored on your device can be used to log on to the HSBC HK App. We recommend enabling Touch ID if your fingerprints are the only set stored on your device. You can always add or remove fingerprints in 'Settings' on your device.

Your fingerprints will not be stored in the HSBC HK App or anywhere within HSBC records.

Touch ID is an easy alternative to entering your Mobile Banking PIN on an iOS device. You can log on and authorise transactions in the HSBC HK App with just your fingerprint.

You can either enable Touch ID when you next log on after activating Mobile Security Key, or do it later with your Mobile Banking PIN by selecting the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security').

Touch ID is available on supported iOS and iPadOS devices. You'll need to activate your Mobile Security Key in order to use Touch ID for the HSBC HK App.

If you're using an Android™ device, please refer to the 'Fingerprint ID' section.

Only fingerprints stored on your device can be used to log on to your Mobile Security Key activated HSBC HK App.

Your fingerprints won't be stored in the HSBC HK App or kept in HSBC records. You can select the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security') and use your Mobile Security Key to enable or disable Touch ID any time.

If you change the fingerprints stored on your device, change or reset your Mobile Banking PIN, you'll need to confirm your fingerprint again when you next log on to the HSBC HK App.

You can disable Touch ID in by selecting the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security') after logging on to the HSBC HK App.

Yes, your Mobile Banking PIN is always available. You can switch between using Touch ID and your Mobile Banking PIN.

Call us so we can suspend your online banking immediately and prevent anyone else from accessing your accounts.

To disable Face ID, log on to the HSBC HK App, select the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security').

Face ID lets you log on and authorize transactions on the HSBC HK App in a simple, secure and quick way using the facial map stored on your iOS or iPadOS device. It's an easy alternative to entering Mobile Banking PIN.

You can enable Face ID after setting up your Mobile Security Key, or do it later with your Mobile Banking PIN by selecting the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security').

Face ID is available on supported iOS and iPadOS devices. If you have the latest HSBC HK App on a Mobile Security Key-activated device, you can enable Face ID so you can log on and authorise transactions with a smile.

Please note that the probability of a false match using Face ID can depend on circumstances like how much your twin or sibling looks like you, and if you've disabled the 'Require Attention for Face ID' function on your device.

Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully so you know what the risks and consequences are before you enable Face ID.

Yes. You can still switch Mobile Security Key to your new iPhone and use the app. If you do not enable Face ID, please use your Mobile Banking PIN to log on and confirm transactions.

Only the facial map stored on your device can be used to log on to your Mobile Security Key activated HSBC HK App.

Your facial map won't be stored in the HSBC HK App or kept in HSBC records. You can go to 'Profile', choose 'Security', then select 'Manage security' and use your Mobile Security Key to enable or disable Face ID any time.

Please note that the probability of a false match using Face ID can depend on circumstances like how much your twin or sibling looks like you, and if you've enabled 'Require Attention for Face ID' function on your device.

Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully so you know what the risks and consequences are, before you enable Face ID.

If you're concerned, you may use Mobile Banking PIN to log on instead.

If you change the Face ID settings on your device, change or reset your Mobile Banking PIN, you'll need to confirm your facial map again when you next log on to the HSBC HK App.

Yes. Your Mobile Banking PIN is always available and you can switch between using Face ID and your Mobile Banking PIN.

To disable Face ID, log on to the HSBC HK App, select the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security').

Call us so we can suspend your online banking immediately and prevent anyone else from accessing your accounts.

The facial map stored on your device will be used in the HSBC HK App. It will not be stored in the the HSBC HK App or within HSBC records.

Yes, you can. To enable it, you'll first need to go to your device settings and find 'Face ID & Passcode'. Choose 'Other Apps' and turn on Face ID access for the HSBC HK App.

Next, log on to the HSBC HK App. Select the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security') and enable Face ID.

Fingerprint ID is a easy alternative to entering your Mobile Banking PIN if you're on an Android™ device. You can log on and authorize transactions in the HSBC HK App with just your fingerprint.

You can either enable Fingerprint ID after activating Mobile Security Key, or do it later with your Mobile Banking PIN by selecting the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security').

Fingerprint ID is currently available only on compatible Android™ devices and only when you've activated your Mobile Security Key on it.

You can check if yours is on our list of supported Android™ devices here. We're working hard to support more Android ™ devices so long as they meet our requirements in protecting you from security risks.

If you're using an Apple device, please refer to the 'Touch ID' section.

We only support Fingerprint ID on Android™ devices that meet our security requirements. This protects your personal and financial information.

You can only log on to the HSBC HK App using Fingerprint ID on your Mobile Security Key-activated device. Only fingerprints stored on your device can be used to log on.

Your fingerprints won't be stored in the HSBC HK App or kept in HSBC records. You can select the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security') and use your Mobile Security Key to enable or disable Fingerprint ID any time.

If you change the fingerprints stored on your device, change or reset your Mobile Banking PIN, you'll need to confirm your fingerprint again when you next log on to the HSBC HK App.

You can disable Fingerprint ID by selecting the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security') after logging on to the HSBC HK App.

Yes. Your Mobile Banking PIN is always available. If your fingerprint is not recognized, you may use your Mobile Banking PIN to log on.

When you enable Fingerprint ID in the HSBC HK App, any fingerprint stored on your device can be used to log on to the HSBC HK App. We recommend enabling Fingerprint ID if your fingerprints are the only set stored on your device. You can always add or remove fingerprints in 'Settings' on your device.

Your fingerprints will not be stored in the HSBC HK App or anywhere within HSBC records.

To disable Fingerprint ID, log on to the HSBC HK App, select the 'Profile' icon at the top right corner, and then select 'Security' (then select 'Manage security').

Call us so we can suspend your online banking immediately and prevent anyone else from accessing your accounts.

If you hold an HSBC bank account or credit card, you may customise quick actions on HSBC HK App. If you are an MPF/ ORSO member without an HSBC bank account, this service is not yet available to you.

You have to select 3 quick actions to be displayed on the 'Home' screen. Currently, there are 7 options you can choose from but we will introduce more in the future. These 7 options are:

• View eStatements & eAdvices
• Transfer to local payees / FPS
• Transfer to my local HSBC accounts
• Pay bills
• Foreign exchange
• Mobile cash withdrawal
• Chat with us

You can customise the quick actions to suit your needs. Please note that you must select 3 options to proceed. We will introduce more options for customisation in the future, please stay tuned.

• Step 1: Click 'Edit' next to 'Quick actions'.
• Step 2: Select the '+' / '-' icons to add or remove 'Quick actions' then tap 'Confirm'.

Yes, you can reorder them by deselecting one or more of the quick actions displayed to make room for the preferred one(s), and then selecting the preferred one(s) in the desired order.

When you log on to a new device, the customisation settings for quick actions will revert to the default settings. You may customise it as needed anytime.

If you hold HSBC bank account or credit card, you may customise account overview on HSBC HK App. If you are an MPF/ ORSO member without HSBC bank account, the service is not yet supported.

You can show or hide your accounts on the 'Home' screen to suit your needs, you will need to display at least one account. We will introduce more options for customisation, please stay tuned.

Hide/show account

Step 1: Clicking 'Show all' after your account list

Step 2: Select 'Customise account overview'

Step 3: Select/ unselect account(s) to be shown on 'Home' screen and tap 'Confirm'

Your newly opened account will be set as shown by default, you may customise it as needed anytime.

When you log on to a new device, the customisation setting for local bank accounts and credit card will remains automatically, while insurance, private banking and global account will be set as shown by default, you may customise it as needed anytime.

Yes, you can tap "Show all" under "Your accounts" to view the message of your hidden account(s).

Yes, an information message will appear under "Your accounts" to get your attention.

Lite Mode is a simplified version of the HSBC HK App.  It features basic functions with clean and simple interface, making banking services more accessible for all.

We currently have 6 features are available for customers in Lite Mode:

• account balance & transaction history
• transfer between self-named accounts, and bill payments
  
• view eStatement & eAdvice
• time deposit
• mobile cheque deposit
• Chat with us 

Stay tuned for more enhancements in the future.

No, Lite Mode is a simplified mode of our HSBC HK App. You can easily switch between the two modes in the app. 

You can access more products and services if you switch back to Full Mode. You can follow these steps to switch:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App in Lite Mode.
2. Select 'More products and services' in homepage.
3. Select 'Confirm' to switch to Full Mode.

Lite Mode is a simplified mode of the HSBC HK App.  It features basic functions with a clean and simple interface while Full Mode provides a wider range of products and services.

To switch to Lite Mode, please follow the steps below:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App in Full Mode.
2. Select 'Profile' from top right corner.
3. Select 'General' from 'Settings and preferences'.
4. Select 'App mode'.
5. Select 'Full mode' and then 'Switch'.

To switch to Full Mode, please follow these steps:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App in Lite Mode.
2. Select 'Profile and settings'.
3. Select 'Select mode'.
4. Select 'Full Mode' then choose 'Confirm'.

Right now we only support transfers between self-named accounts and bill payments in Lite Mode.

We're working on more enhancements for our future updates. 

Please close the HSBC HK App on your device completely (eg swipe up from the bottom of your screen and hold, then swipe up on the app's preview to close it). If you still see the 'Welcome to HSBC HK' page upon relaunch, please select 'Log on' and then 'Yes, logon' to set up the HSBC HK App. Should you have other enquiries, please contact us.

You may reset password, security question and answer on the HSBC HK App. Please make sure you have a valid mobile number and email address registered with us. You'll need to provide bank account number, ATM PIN and identification document number that you've maintained in our bank record. You’ll then be requested to input a SMS verification code sent by us for verification. You’ll be able to reset password, security question and answer after verification. 

When you log on to HSBC HK App for the first time or using a new device, you will be asked to create a 6-digit 'Mobile Banking PIN' for this device to activate Mobile Security Key. Please refer to our step-by-step-guide.

For security reasons, you can only activate HSBC HK App on one device. You may remove linked devices on HSBC HK App or Online Banking to free up space for your new device.

You may need to wait after scanning your HKID / passport and capturing your selfie as we carry out checks to verify your identity. We'll complete your identify verification swiftly and you may log on to the HSBC HK App right away. In edge cases, we may need more time to verify your identity, but we'll notify you of the result within 24 hours via SMS and email. Upon successful identity verification, you can relaunch the app to log on.

Please make sure you are using an eligible HKID / passport and capturing clear images of your HKID / passport and selfie for identity verification.

To protect your account, after reaching the limit on the number of allowed attempts, you'll be temporarily blocked from verifying your identity using your HKID / passport for 24 hours. If you'd still like to register for Personal Internet Banking in the interim, please try to verify your identity with your online banking credentials.

We currently support identity verification with the following valid adult ID documents (same as your bank record):

• New Smart HKID (2018 version)*
• Supported passports: Australia, Belgium, Canada, India, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Mexico, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam and Taiwan

* Please make sure your HKID shows your complete date, month as well as date of birth.

Yes. Learn more about how to set up the HSBC HK App by verifying your identity with your online banking credentials.

No, you have to use your original HKID / passport for identity verification.

Please enter your actual year of birth with 1 January as your date and month of birth to proceed.

Please refer to our step-by-step-guide. 

You have to deactivate Mobile Security Key on your old device before setting up the app on a new device. Please refer to our step-by-step-guide.

Mobile Security Key is a digital version of your physical Security Device that is stored safely in your HSBC HK App. Just like a Security Device, it provides an extra layer of protection for your accounts and transactions. It can be used to generate unique one-time security codes that you can use to log on to mobile and online banking, and access a full range of banking services.

You can also enable biometric authentication with Mobile Security Key. That way, you can log on to the HSBC HK App or generate a security code to log on to online banking more quickly and easily.

Mobile Security Key is designed to work with the HSBC HK App on supported operating systems and devices. It will replace your Security Device so you don't need to carry additional devices with you to access our full range of online banking services.

You can also enjoy more security as Mobile Security Key can only be used on your chosen device.

No, your Mobile Security Key can only be activated on one device at a time. If you would like to switch your Mobile Security Key onto another device, please refer to our step-by-step-guide.

This is to prevent anyone else from generating a security code using your device.

It will also serve as an alternative way to log on when you can't use biometric authentication (e.g. when you're wearing a mask or gloves).

You can select 'Forgot your PIN?' on the log on page, and follow the on-screen instructions. Please refer to our step-by-step-guide.

Yes, you can change it any time on the HSBC HK App.

You may log on to HSBC HK App, go to 'Profile', > 'Security' > 'Manage security' > 'Change PIN'.

No. You will not be able to log on to the HSBC HK App without Mobile Security Key.

You can still log on to HSBC Online Banking using your Personal Internet Banking username and password. However, you will be required to verify and select whether to trust your browser if you're using it to log on to HSBC Online Banking for the first time. You will need to generate a security code from your physical Security Device or complete SMS verification during the first time you log on to HSBC Online Banking.

Simply follow these steps, which are also shown on the HSBC Online Banking log-on page. 

1. Launch the HSBC HK App on your device with the Mobile Security Key activated.
2. Select ‘Generate Security code‘ from the bottom of the screen.
3. Select ‘Log on‘.
4. Enter your Mobile Banking PIN. Alternatively, you can use biometric authentication to do this if you‘ve enabled it.
5. Enter the security code in the field on the HSBC Online Banking log-on page.

No, your Mobile Security Key is linked to your personal accounts once activated so only you can access your accounts on your Mobile Security Key-activated device. No one else can log on to their account with that device.

No. You are required to activate Mobile Security Key (by setting up a 'Mobile Banking PIN') to continue using HSBC HK App. Your physical Security Device will be deactivated once you activate Mobile Security Key. 

Call us so we can suspend your online banking account immediately and prevent anyone else from accessing your accounts.

If you've changed your SIM card, you don't need to do anything. Mobile Security Key is tied to your device, not your SIM card or mobile number.

If you've changed your mobile number, please update your contact details via HSBC Online Banking. You'll need your Security Device or Mobile Security Key to do this. Simply log on, then go to 'Change Personal Information and Address'.

Yes, as long as you're able to receive text messages for the number in the country/region you're in. That's because we'll send an activation code to that number once you've successfully registered it in our records.

Yes, you can. The HSBC HK App follows accessibility standards so visually impaired customers can also activate and use Mobile Security Key. But if you're unsure, you can still use your Security Device which is designed for visually impaired customers.

No, your Mobile Security Key is tied to your personal device. We highly recommend that you activate your Mobile Security Key on the device you use regularly.

Only one personal account will be linked per device. Unless you re-activate the HSBC HK App (e.g. remove your personal account from the device), you may not log on to a second account with the same device.

If biometric authentication is not available on that device, you‘ll need to use other ways to log on, such as with your Mobile Banking PIN.

Your 'Mobile Banking PIN' should comprise of 6 digits arranged in a unique combination only known to you. Please remember the 'Mobile Banking PIN' and update it regularly to protect your bank account. If you have inputted the incorrect 'Mobile Banking PIN' for a few consecutive times, your Personal Internet Banking will be locked.

When setting up your Mobile Banking PIN, please avoid:

• the same number more than once in a row, e.g. 000
• more than three ascending or descending digits, e.g. 1234
• repeating patterns, e.g. 010101
• your birthday or any other significant dates (e.g. anniversaries)
• the same digits in your passcode used to unlock your mobile device

We apologise for the inconvenience caused. We are introducing extra safety measure to the Android version of the HSBC HK App to further strengthen our efforts to protect you from potential fraud which is resulting from malware that can take over your Android device.

If we detect potential risks on your Android device based on the following two criteria, your access to the HSBC HK App might be suspended for your protection.

• Installed apps from sources other than your phone’s official app stores and;
• Granted certain permissions for these apps, such as screen sharing or full control of your device via accessibility.

To restore access and continue to use our app as usual, you must turn off the accessibility permission for the listed apps (Go to device settings > Accessibility) or simply uninstall them.

The process of changing the accessibility settings may vary, depending on the device manufacturers and the operating systems.

Alternatively, you may use the search function within 'Settings', key in 'Accessibility' and carry out the search and it should direct you to the relevant section.

For the detailed guideline on how to turn off the accessibility settings, please visit the HSBC Website. (Banking > Cyber security and fraud hub).

We understand that accessibility services might be useful to some of our customers as it can enhance the user interface. However, it will also require granting extensive permissions to apps (for example, the ability to read the text on the screen or the ability to record characters typed using the keyboard).

In the wrong hands, this could be exploited to record confidential data (like your mobile banking log on credentials) leading to the potential compromise of your critical account information.

The official app stores include Google Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Store, Xiaomi Mi GetApps, Huawei AppGallery, Amazon Appstore, OPPO App Market, VIVO App Store, MeiZu App Store, OnePlus App Gallery, HONOR App Gallery.

To avoid malicious software attacks, please be cautious and refrain from clicking on any suspicious links or downloading apps from untrusted or unverified channels.

Never grant full control of your device to any third party or share your screen unless you’re absolutely certain of the source’s trustworthiness. These links or apps may contain malware that can be harmful.

We strongly suggest that you turn off unnecessary accessibility permissions from your device settings, and/or uninstall all unnecessary apps. We encourage you to download apps from official app stores only.

To better protect you, we suggest that you turn off unnecessary accessibility permissions from your device settings and/or uninstall unnecessary  apps. We encourage you to download apps from official app stores only.

Please close the HSBC HK App and relaunch it. You will be able to restore access and continue using our app as usual if the listed apps' accessibility permissions have been turned off and/or if the listed apps have been uninstalled.

We detected that there are apps on your device that are from sources other than the major phone manufacturers’ app stores (e.g. some websites).

Whilst we are introducing extra safety measure to further strengthen our efforts to protect Android device users from potential fraud incidents resulting from malware, we encourage you to download apps from official app stores only.

We would also suggest that you turn off unnecessary accessibility permissions from your device settings, and/or uninstall the apps if not needed, to prevent malware from harming your phone.

Yes. As one of the major banks in Hong Kong, HSBC is committed to protect our customers from potential frauds. The new safety measure to the Android version of the HSBC HK App is to further strengthen our efforts to protect you from malware that can take over your Android device, leading to potential fraud.

We highly recommend that you close the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app properly by going to 'Profile' and tapping 'Log off' at the bottom of the screen.

​To protect you and your account, you are required to verify your identity before carrying out high risk transactions if we've detected suspicious activities from your HSBC Mobile or Online Banking.​

You can verify your identity to restore full access to our digital banking services in the following ways：​

• Log on to the HSBC HK App > Select the 'Profile' icon at the top right of the homepage > Under 'Settings and preferences', select 'Security' > 'Verify identity' > Tap on 'Send verification code' at the bottom of the page > Enter the one time verification code received; or​
• Go to an HSBC/Hang Seng ATM in Hong Kong > Insert your ATM card and enter your ATM PIN > Select 'Other services' > Select 'Verify identity for full digital banking access' > Confirm; or​
• Call us on (852) 8204 6317; or​
• Go to a nearby HSBC branch for help

If you've installed and enabled a blue light filter app on your device, you won't be able to access the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. That's because such apps interfere with our security measures which are designed to protect your banking information.

Please disable the blue light filter app on your device to access the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.

You won't be able to use our app on a jailbroken / rooted device as it's less secure against fraudulent transactions.

You may remove Mobile Security Key on the jailbroken / rooted device through HSBC Online Banking. Please refer to the step-by-step guide. 

Afterwards, you may activate Mobile Security Key on a new device and continue having full access to HSBC Digital Banking.

Alternatively, you may contact us at (852) 2233 3000. 

• Don't store your username and password on your devices.
• Install the latest anti-virus and anti-spyware software on your devices, and update them regularly.
• Avoid sharing your devices with others. Use only your own devices to log on.
• Don't leave your devices unattended after logging on to online or mobile banking. Always log off properly when your'e done.
• Wipe the data on your old devices before donating, reselling or recycling them.
• Review your transaction history in online banking if you lose a device. Call us on 2233 3000 to report the loss and any suspicious transactions. You should also enable wiping access remotely.
• Put an automatic lock on your phone so it requires a password/passcode to prevent unauthorised access to your device.
• Use only trusted Wi-Fi networks or service providers, and enable security protection such as Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) if you can.
• Disable Bluetooth if you're not using it, or set your device to non-discoverable mode.
• Use the original default browser on the device rather than browsers downloaded from other sources.
• Don't use a jailbroken / rooted device to log on to your banking as it may have security loopholes.
• Don't install apps or keyboards from sources you can't trust on your device. Make sure you understand the permissions you're allowing the app before installing it.
• Install updates and patches for your device as soon as you can, including any app and operating system upgrades/updates. If you can, enable data encryption on your device.
• Always enter www.hsbc.com.hk directly into the browser or use the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app downloaded from official app stores to avoid fraudulent websites and apps.
• Look for our Extended Validation SSL Certificate (EV SSL Certificate). On a Safari browser, this appears as a padlock next to our bank name at the top of the page. Note: this may be hidden on some screens and will show up only when you're scrolling down the page.
• Don't enable any blue light filter apps to run when you're using the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app as they may interfere with our security measures which are designed to protect your banking information.
• Don't mirror your screen so that other people can see it too.

The activity log will facilitate you to identify suspicious activities easier and earlier. You can review the designated activities through HSBC HK App > Profile > Activity Log.​

To help you monitor your account, we log your high risk transactions and log on activities completed on HSBC HK App, HSBC Online Banking, HSBC Reward+ and HSBC Easy Invest. These types of activities are usually associated with a high risk exposure. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Logging on to HSBC HK App, HSBC Online Banking, HSBC Reward+ and HSBC Easy Invest
• Setting up the HSBC HK App on a new device
• Resetting username, password or mobile banking PIN
• Enabling biometric authentication
• Updating contact details
• Transfers to non-registered payees
• Adding a new payee
• Updating payment and transfer limits
• Bill payments
• Blocking and unblocking credit card
• Blocking and unblocking debit card
• Activating physical credit card
• Activating physical debit card
• Adding credit card to mobile wallet (ie Apple Pay and Google Pay)
• Adding debit card to mobile wallet (ie Apple Pay and Google Pay)
• Requesting to increase credit card credit limit
• Updating credit card control and spending limit
• Updating debit card control and spending limits
• Setting up overseas ATM withdrawal limit

View your devices set up for HSBC HK App or view your biometric setting

HSBC HK App > Profile icon > Security > Mange devices

View your contact details

HSBC HK App > Profile icon > Contact details

View your transfers to non-registered payees; bill payments and mobile cash withdrawals

HSBC HK App > Select concerned transfer / payment / mobile cash withdrawal 'From' account

View your payment and transfer limits

HSBC Online Banking > Pay & transfer > Settings > Daily payment and transfer limits

View your payees

HSBC Online Banking > Pay & transfer > Manage payees / payments > View / delete your payees

View your autoPay instructions

HSBC HK App > Pay & Transfer > autoPay

View your Top up HSBC accounts via eDDA set up instructions

HSBC HK App > Profile icon > Pay and transfer > Set up and manage instructions under 'Top up HSBC accounts via eDDA'

View your credit card credit limit

HSBC HK App > Select the concerned credit card account

View your credit card control and spending limit

HSBC HK App > Select the concerned credit card account > View more > Manage credit cards > Card control and spending limits

View the block/unblock status of your credit cards

HSBC HK App > Select the concerned credit card account > View more > Block or unblock credit card

View your credit or debit cards added to mobile wallets (ie Apple Pay and Google Pay)

Go to your device's mobile wallet and check if the cards have been added

View your debit card control and spending limit

HSBC HK App > Select any sub-account of the integrated account linked with principal debit card > Manage debit cards > Card control and spending limits 

View the block/unblock status of your debit cards

HSBC HK App > Select any sub-account of the integrated account linked with principal debit card > Manage debit cards

View your Local ATM daily withdrawal limit from debit cards

HSBC HK App > Select any sub-account of the integrated account linked with principal debit card > Manage debit cards > Set daily cash withdrawal limit > Set local limit

View your overseas ATM withdrawal limit

HSBC HK App > Profile icon > Pay and transfer > Overseas ATM withdrawal limit

Simply log on to the HSBC HK App, select your credit card from the account list, tap 'Activate' and follow the on-screen instructions. You might be required to input your selected credit card's expiry date to complete activation.

All HSBC personal credit cards can be activated via the HSBC HK App.

You can only activate each of them one at a time on the app.

Your newly activated credit card could take up to 2 working days after successful activation before showing up. 

Simply log on to the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app, select a credit card and choose 'Manage cards'.

You can put a temporary block on your credit card if you've misplaced it. Here's how:

1. Log on to the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.
2. Select the card you want to block and choose 'Manage cards'.
3. Tap the toggle to block the card.

You can block your card for up to 60 days but you can unblock it any time within those 60 days.

If you've misplaced your card and blocked it, but you can't find your card and unblock it within those 60 days, it will automatically be reported as lost on the 61st day. 

All transactions on that credit card will be blocked, including any mobile transactions or ATM functions.

Transactions that don't require authorisation or re-authorisation can still be made. These include:

• Existing Direct Debit (e.g. Octopus Auto Add Value Service)
• recurring automatic payments and instalments (e.g. goods bought in retail stores)
• contactless payment transactions under HKD1,000

Please note that you'll remain responsible for these transactions.

You can unblock your card in mobile banking. Here's how:

1. Log on to the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.
2. Select the card you want to unblock and choose 'Manage cards'.
3. Tap the toggle to unblock the card.

Yes, you can make a payment by the following steps:

1. Choose the credit card account you wish to pay.
2. Click ‘Make a payment’ at the top of the page and choose ‘Pay current amount due’ or ‘Pay total minimum payment amount’ or ‘Pay another amount’.
3. Select the account you wish to pay ‘From’
4. If you choose ‘Pay current amount due’ or ‘Pay total minimum payment amount’, the payment amount will be automatically filled. If you choose ‘Pay another amount’, you need to input the amount you wish to pay.
5. Complete the payment the way you would with a transfer.
   

It's an approved transaction which will be deducted from your available credit limit eventually. It won't be posted to your credit card account until the merchant has sent the transaction to us for settlement.

A pending transaction can also be a temporary hold on funds in your credit card account. Some merchants use this to ensure you have the available credit limit for items such as hotel or car rental deposits. Pending transactions, although will be deducted from your available credit limit, won't affect your account balance, and don't need to be settled until they have been posted.

You can see pending transactions on all personal credit card accounts. If you're the primary cardholder, you'll be able to see your own pending transactions as well as those of supplementary accounts.

But if you're the supplementary cardholder, you'll only be able to see your own pending transactions.

These are generally a security measure that some merchants use to confirm the validity of your credit card. The merchants won't actually post the charge.

The amount may be held for a period of time. It won't appear as a charge on your credit card statement.

Once you've made a transaction with your credit card, it'll generally be reflected as a pending transaction within minutes.

A transaction will remain as 'pending' on your credit card account until it's sent to us by the merchant and is fully processed. The time it takes varies from merchant to merchant.

You may have made the transaction offline and it hasn't been submitted to us by the merchant.

For transactions up to HKD500 where your physical card or digital wallet is not presented, you will receive credit card transaction notification via email by default. For transactions above HKD500 you will receive notification via SMS.

Yes, you can change the notification channel preference to either email or SMS for transactions up to HKD500 by tapping the profile icon from home page and selecting 'Communication preferences', then 'Credit card transaction notifications' in your HSBC HK App.

Lost or stolen credit cards should be reported as soon as possible. You can report and request replacements via the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app or HSBC Online Banking.

Learn how to report a lost or stolen card.

Please follow these instructions:

1. Log into the HSBC HK App
2. Select 'Support' on the bottom menu bar
3. Select 'Report lost or stolen card'

Lost and stolen credit card incidents should be reported as soon as possible. Prompt action will help prevent any potential fraudulent transactions on your lost/stolen credit cards.

You can report lost or stolen credit card incidents that have occurred within the last 30 days via the HSBC HK Mobile Banking App or HSBC Online Banking.

To report incidents more than 30 days old, please call our Customer Service Hotline.

• HSBC Global Private Banking customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier Elite customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier customers: (852) 2233 3322
• Other customers: (852) 2233 3000

Lost/stolen credit card reports and replacement requests made via the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app are processed instantly. We will immediately block your credit card to ensure it is no longer valid and send you an email/letter notification.

Replacement credit cards with a new number will be issued within 5 working days and sent to your registered correspondence address.

We recommend you wait until the transaction is processed and posted before disputing. Pending transactions are subject to change until the final transaction amount has been processed and posted. 

However, if you realise your credit card is lost or stolen, please report it immediately via the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app or HSBC Online Banking.

Please report other lost/stolen HSBC cards (eg. debit cards) via HSBC Online Banking or our Customer Service Hotline. 

• HSBC Global Private Banking customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier Elite customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier customers: (852) 2233 3322
• Other customers: (852) 2233 3000

While a pending transaction is deducted from your available credit limit immediately, it isn't reflected from your account balance until the merchant sends us the settlement request and we process it fully.

They're not reflected as pending transactions immediately because the authorisation process for contactless transactions is slightly different from other credit card transactions.

We're working hard to continue improving our online and mobile banking services. Please stay tuned.

No. A pending transaction will become a posted transaction, complete with the posting date and final transaction amount, after we've received the settlement request from the merchant.

Please call us on (852) 2233 3000 if you want to dispute the transaction, or if you suspect that your credit card has been lost, stolen or misused.

While your application is still being processed, instalments will be shown as pending transactions and the instalment amount deducted from your available credit limit.

It'll be moved to an instalment plan once the merchant has processed your transaction fully.

That's because some merchants do not provide it.

The pending transaction will be removed and your credit limit will be released accordingly.

A Spending Instalment Plan lets you settle individual eligible transactions or your eligible card account balance (minimum HKD1,000) by instalment.

The only requirement is that your card account must have at least HKD1,000 of eligible balance.

Please note:

Primary cardholders can apply the balance or transactions made under Primary or Additional card via the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app and other channels.

Additional cardholders can apply for a Spending Instalment Plan for their own balance or transactions via the HSBC hotline.

You won't be able to apply for a Spending Instalment Plan if:

• your selected card type is ineligible

• your card account does not have at least HKD1,000 of eligible balance
• you're an additional cardholder, rather than the primary cardholder

The following cards are ineligible:

• USD Visa Gold Card
• an undergraduate credit card
• a private label card
• RMB sub-account of a UnionPay Dual Currency Credit Card
• RMB sub-account of a HSBC Pulse UnionPay Currency Diamond Card

Please note:

Additional cardholders can apply for a Spending Instalment Plan for their own balance or transactions via the HSBC hotline.

You are eligible to apply for the Spending Instalment Plan only if you hold a personal credit card issued by us (whether a primary or an additional credit card).

The following cards are not eligible:

• USD Visa Gold Card
• an undergraduate credit card
• a private label card
• RMB sub-account of a UnionPay Dual Currency credit card
• RMB sub-account of a HSBC Pulse UnionPay Currency Diamond Card

The Spending Instalment Plan can only be applied to posted transactions billed on the current statement and posted unbilled transactions made with a card.

You must submit the application via the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app or HSBC Reward+ app at least 1 working day before the payment due date of the relevant transaction.

Ineligible transactions include but are not limited to:

• unposted, cancelled or refunded transactions
• cash advances
• instalment plan
• Octopus AAVS (Octopus Automatic Add-Value Service)
• withdrawal amount under a cash instalment plan and/or a cash credit plan
• gambling transactions
• purchase and/or reload of stored value cards or e-Wallets
• transaction at non-financial institutions (including purchase of foreign currency, money orders and travellers cheques)
• transactions at financial institutions (including purchase of merchandise and services from banks)
• wire transfers
• all fees and charges

You can apply by:

• Under 'Explore products and services', select 'Credit cards'. Then select 'Spending Instalment Plan'.

OR

• Select one of your HKD credit cards. Then select 'View more' and choose 'Create or view Spending Instalment Plan'.

Each Spending Instalment Plan application must be on an eligible balance of at least HKD1,000.

Yes. As long as you have at least HKD1,000 eligible balance or eligible transactions for instalment, you can apply for more than one Spending Instalment Plan.

1. Log on to your HSBC HK App and select the card which you want to deactivate online transactions capability for
2. Select 'View more' and then select 'Manage credit cards'
3. Select 'Card control and spend limit' and toggle off for the 'Online transactions' control

1. Log on to your HSBC HK App and select the card you want to set a monthly online spending limit for
2. Select 'View more' and then select 'Manage credit cards'
3. Make sure your selected card is activated for online transaction, then select 'Monthly online spending limit'
4. Tap on the  'Monthly online spending limit' toggle
5. Enter your desired monthly online spending limit and tap 'Set limit'
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to re-authenticate and enable the monthly online spending limit

If you have set the monthly online spending limit on your credit card, please ensure that your spending has not reached or exceeded the limit. If it has, you may amend or remove your monthly online spending limit setting via HSBC HK App anytime.

1. Log on to your HSBC HK App and select the integrated account linked with your principal Mastercard® Debit Card for which you want to deactivate online transactions capability
2. Select 'Manage debit cards'
3. Select 'Card control and spending limit' and toggle off the 'Online transactions' control
   

1. Log on to your HSBC HK App and select the integrated account linked with your principal Mastercard® Debit Card which you want to set a monthly online spending limit for
2. Select 'Manage debit cards'
3. Make sure your selected card is activated for online transactions then select 'Monthly online spending limit'
4. Tap on the 'Monthly online spending limit' toggle
5. Enter your desired monthly online spending limit and tap on 'Set limit'
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to re-authenticate and enable the monthly online spending limit

If you've set the daily spending limit, monthly spending limit or monthly online spending limit on your debit card, please ensure that your spending has not been reached or exceeded all these limits. If any one of these has been reached, the online transactions will be declined. You may amend or remove your limit setting via HSBC HK App anytime.

Anyone who holds a personal credit card with HSBC Hong Kong can view their own 'Transaction Details' page.

Yes. It is available to all personal credit cards under all card schemes, including Visa, Mastercard and UnionPay.

Yes.

You will be able to view your transaction details (e.g. instalment information, foreign currency information) and additional merchant details, such as URL and merchant type.

Please follow these steps:

1. Log on to the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.
2. Select a credit card.
3. Select a credit card transaction.

The additional merchant details provided are subject to the information disclosed by specific merchants and the card schemes.

Merchant details will not be available for transactions including (but not limited to): 

• bank fees and charges
• bank maintenance fees (such as card repayment, marketing rebate balance adjustment)
• Octopus AAVS transactions
• ATM transactions
• interest-free Merchant Instalment Plan
• bill payments
• payment to settle credit card statement balance or purchases with RewardCash
• credit card payments for redemptions on HSBC Reward+ eShop
• payment returns
• transactions related to Cash Credit Plan 
• reposted transactions

You can raise a query through the 'Support' tab and we'll follow up. 

Raise a query through the 'Support' tab on the HSBC HK App to get more information. If you do not recognise the transaction, please raise a transaction dispute immediately. Please refer to our guidelines for more details. 

You can raise a transaction dispute by following these steps:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App.
   
2. Select your credit card account and tap on a transaction to view its details.
   
3. Select 'Have a query on this transaction?' if you don't recognise the transaction or have any other queries.
   
4. Select 'I don't recognise this transaction' then select 'Continue'.
   
5. Answer a few questions to identify the reason for and circumstances of the dispute.
   
6. Select 'Continue' to review your transaction dispute submission.
   
7. Select 'Submit dispute' to cancel the card immediately and raise the dispute.
    

You can order a replacement card immediately after raising the dispute by following these additional steps:

1. On the dispute confirmation page, select 'Order replacement card'.
   
2. Review the replacement summary and 'Accept' the important information.
   
3. Select 'Confirm' to order a replacement card.

You can raise a transaction dispute by following these steps:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App and go to 'Support' tab.
   
2. Select 'Raise a debit card transaction dispute'.
3. Select a debit card to view transactions.
4. Select the transaction that you want to raise a dispute for.
5. Select 'I or my supplementary cardholder don't recognise this transaction'.
6. Read the notes about raising a dispute and then select 'Continue'.
7. Answer a few questions to identify the reason for and circumstances of the dispute.
8. Select 'Continue' to review your transaction dispute submission.
9. Select 'Submit dispute' to cancel the card immediately and raise the dispute.

You can order a replacement card immediately after raising the dispute by following these additional steps:

1. On the dispute confirmation page select 'Order replacement card'.
2. Review the replacement summary and 'Accept' the important information.
3. Select 'Confirm' to order a replacement card.

You can raise a dispute on credit card transactions using your app, except for (but not limited to): 

• Octopus Automatic Add Value Service (AAVS) auto-reload transactions.
• Payments, bank fees & charges, credit refunds.
• Instalment Transactions (Merchant Instalment Plan, Spending Instalment Plan, Cash Instalment Plan) and Cash Credit Plan.

Any transactions that can be disputed via the Mobile Banking app will show the "Have a query on this transaction?" button.

Only eligible transactions made within the last 60 days will be shown. Certain transactions like bank fees, purchase returns and cash rebates are not eligible for dispute. If you need to dispute a transaction that isn't displayed on the raise a dispute transaction list, please use 'Chat with us' or call us for assistance.

No. If you raise a transaction dispute, we'll automatically report your card as lost or counterfeit and it will be cancelled immediately.

You'll be able to order a replacement card after raising the dispute via the HSBC HK App. Otherwise, you can get in touch via 'Chat with us' or call our service hotline.

You can get a replacement card issued by following these steps:

1. Once you've completed the raise dispute journey, you can select "Order replacement card".
2. Review the replacement summary and accept the important information.  
3. Select "Confirm" to order a replacement card.

You may check the latest progress via chat or call our customer service hotline for assistance.

If you don't want to proceed with a transaction dispute, please get support via chat or call our customer service hotline for assistance. 

You'll be directed to contact the bank if your situation falls under any of the following cases:

1. There are several unrecognised transactions
2. You selected an unrecognised transaction on a credit card that has already been reported as lost/stolen
3. Other issues

Generally, we'll temporarily refund the dispute amount to you within 7 working days once we receive your dispute request, unless longer processing time is required.

We'll notify you when the temporary refund has been processed. The dispute will normally take 6 to 8 weeks for investigation with the merchant acquirer. We will contact you to follow up, if required.

We immediately cancel your card after you raise a transaction dispute. If you don't order a replacement now, please contact us within 30 days to request a new card.  

Credit Card Limit Transfer allows you to easily transfer your credit limit from one or multiple eligible credit cards to another eligible credit card under your name, without any supporting document. The new credit limit will be effective immediately. You can submit the request anytime, and submit it again when you need.

Please note: This service only applies to HKD primary credit cards.

Please be reminded to consider the recurring payment or any upcoming needs to avoid potential over-limit situation.

You can access Credit Card Limit Transfer via your HSBC HK Mobile Banking App and follow the below instructions:

1. Log on to your HSBC HK Mobile Banking App
   
2. Select one of your credit cards from the homepage
   
3. Select "View more"
4. Select "Manage credit cards"
5. Select "Credit card limit transfer" under card services

You cannot transfer the limit from and to the card for which you have already submitted the Credit Limit Change request, initiated by yourself (including credit limit increase or decrease).  However, you can still use other cards that are eligible for the Credit Card Limit Transfer and transfer the credit limit when you need.

Please note: If the bank initiates the credit limit increase/decrease for you, you can still access Credit Card Limit Transfer to submit the request.  However, the credit limit increase initiated by the bank will be cancelled upon the successful submission of Credit Card Limit Transfer.

There is no service fee for Credit Card Limit Transfer.

You can check the SMS & email upon successful submission of Credit Card Limit Transfer. You can find the full details of your original limit, transferred credit limit amount and new limit from the email record. 

Eligible cards are the primary HKD credit cards that are valid and in good standing according to the bank's record. Only eligible credit cards will be displayed and allow you to transfer the credit limit.

This is a robust new service which allows you to review and approve online payments safely and conveniently in the HSBC HK App, after successful log on.

Some online merchants use 3D Secure to improve the security of online purchases. When you make an online transaction using your HSBC credit or debit card you may be asked to approve the purchase using a verification code or give approval in the mobile app.

If you've already set up your HSBC HK App and have verified your identify, we’ll send an authentication request to the app so you can approve the payment safely with your 6-digit Mobile Banking PIN or biometric authentication (Touch ID/Face ID/fingerprint) on supported devices.

If you’re not a registered user of the HSBC HK App a verification code will be sent via SMS to your registered mobile number. Simply enter the verification code in merchant’s payment page to authenticate your transaction.

No, you'll only need to do this when you make online transactions with merchants that support 3D Secure.

Yes, a verification code will expire 100 seconds after it's been issued. If the code expires before you use it, you can select 'Resend code' on the transaction page to get a new code sent to your registered mobile number and try again.

Please note that verification codes can only be resent twice per transaction. If you ask for the code to be resent twice in a row without entering the correct verification code, you won't be able to complete the transaction. Instead, you'll be redirected back to the merchant's website to restart the transaction.

For HSBC HK App Online Transaction Authentication Service, the request will expire 3 minutes after it’s been sent for authentication. If the request expires, you’ll need to return to the merchant’s website and try again.

After you've entered your card details on the merchant’s website/app supporting 3D Secure, we'll send you a push notification on your device to authenticate the transaction. Tap on the push notification and follow the instruction to approve the payment.

Online transaction authentication via the HSBC HK App needs to be completed within 3 minutes. If you’re already logged on to the HSBC HK App and have received a push notification on your device for the transaction, please tap on the push notification and follow the instruction to approve the payment. If you haven’t received a push notification, then please log off and log back on to approve the transaction.

If you already have push notifications turned on, then you're all set to receive our fraud alerts. Otherwise, please follow these instructions to turn on push notifications in the HSBC HK App:

Step 1: Log on to the HSBC HK App

Step 2: Tap the bell icon on the top right

Step 3: Select 'Confirm’ to turn on push notifications

Follow the rest of the instructions on the app to fully set up your preferences. To understand more about our Push Notification Service Alerts, you can check out our FAQs.

Your transaction might have timed out. Please resubmit your payment on the merchant’s website/app, then tap on the push notification and authenticate the transaction on the HSBC HK App. You need to do this within 3 minutes from the time that the transaction is initiated.

When you tap on a push notification and authenticate the transaction on the HSBC HK App, you’ll see a 'Next transaction' button to proceed to the next valid transaction.

HSBC HK App Online Transaction Authentication Service is a secure new service which allows you to review and approve online payments safely and conveniently on the HSBC HK App, after successful log on. To change your preference for online transaction authentication, please get in touch via ‘Chat with us’ on the HSBC HK App or HSBC Online Banking, or call our customer service hotline to set this up.

HSBC Global Private Banking customers: (852) 2233 3033

HSBC Premier Elite customers: (852) 2233 3033

HSBC Premier customers: (852) 2233 3322

Other personal banking customers: (852) 2233 3000

To keep improving, we need to regularly maintain and update our banking services.  During these periods, selected services including the HSBC HK App may be unavailable. So we don’t affect your card usage, a verification code will be sent to your registered mobile number instead for transaction authentication.

If you have more than 1 HSBC credit cards which are eligible for credit limit transfer, you can transfer the unused limit of one card to another card before you apply for the Cash Instalment Plan with the latter card.  You should:

1. Log on to your HSBC HK Mobile Banking App and select the HSBC credit card you wish to apply for a Cash Instalment Plan with
2. Select "view more" and then "create or view Cash Instalment Plan"
3. In the prompt "Get more cash" on the onboarding or application for the Cash Instalment Plan please select "Transfer" this will re-direct you to the Credit Limit Transfer application process.
4. Complete the "Transfer Credit Limit" journey and select "Return to Cash Instalment Plan"
5. You will see your 'amount available for a Cash Instalment Plan' has been updated to reflect your credit limit transfer
6. Proceed with the remaining "Cash Instalment Plan" application process.

You need to hold at least 2 valid Primary HSBC Hong Kong Credit Cards, which at least one that meets the Cash Instalment Plan requirements and the other that meets the requirements for Credit Limit Transfer.

If you would like to do so, credit limit transfer has to be applied  before or during the Cash Instalment Plan application journey.  You may also transfer the credit limit after completion of Cash Instalment Plan application separately if you just want extra credit limit on the specific card for spending in future.

The credit limit transfer will be effective immediately upon approval and the amount of your 'available for a Cash Instalment Plan' will be adjusted accordingly on your Cash Instalment Plan application journey.

To be eligible for a Cash Instalment Plan, you must meet these 2 requirements:

• have at least HKD2,000 of available credit limit
• hold an eligible credit card

Please refer to the 'Terms and conditions' and the 'Key fact statement' for a list of ineligible cards.

The minimum is at least HKD2,000. Please ensure your available credit limit exceeds this minimum amount plus handling fee.

Yes, you can apply for multiple plans as long as your available credit limit is more than the minimum application amount of HKD2,000 plus handling fee.

Note: customers will need to complete (approve/decline/cancel) the previous application before applying for a new one.

You can track the application from the live plan dashboard.

(Select 'View more' --> 'Create or view Cash Instalment Plan' in your credit card detail page)

You will receive an SMS and confirmation letter once your application is approved.

You can submit an application anytime and it will be processed in real-time by our system during the following period:

Monday to Friday: 09:00 to 20:00

Saturday: 09:00 to 17:00

Sunday and public holidays: 09:00 to 24:00

Applications submitted outside of these hours may be assigned a 'Pending' status by default. If your application status is 'Pending', please check back at 09:00 the next day for an update.

You can convert your credit into cash and transfer to either HSBC bank accounts, or non-HSBC bank accounts or credit card accounts. 

HSBC bank accounts:

Applications for transfers to HSBC bank accounts are instantly processed during system hours.

• If income proof is not required, fund disbursement is instantly approved
• If income proof is required, we are typically able to instantly review and approve your application upon receiving your supporting documents 

Non-HSBC bank/credit card accounts:

For transfers to a non-HSBC account, you'll need to provide the bank/credit card account statement with the account number and your name. Once we receive your supporting documents, it takes at least 3 working days for us to process your application. Fund disbursement will also be subject to the other bank's processing time.

You can apply on the app in two ways:

• tap 'Credit cards' from 'Explore products and services' section on home tab, select ‘Cash Instalment Plan' and choose one of the eligible credit cards for instalment

OR

• select one of your HKD credit cards. Then select 'View more' and choose 'Create or view Cash Instalment Plan'

You can choose to make early repayment, however, the total amount of outstanding principal amount plus an early repayment fee calculated at 2% of such outstanding principal amount will be charged. Therefore, you should carefully consider before making any early repayment decision. 

There's no interest if you pay the amount due on your credit card in full either on or before the due date each month. Otherwise, we'll charge interest on any outstanding balances at the prevailing interest rate.

Please note that there's a personalised monthly handling fee for every Cash Instalment Plan.

You can check your monthly handling fee either through the HSBC HK App or by calling the application hotline.

We'll bill you for each monthly repayment in the form of a transaction. You can find it and the number of repayments on your card statement. 

Yes, once approved, you will receive an SMS notification on the same day or the next working day. We will also send you a confirmation letter via your preferred channel (email/post).  You can change your preferred channel under 'Profile' > 'Communication preferences' > 'Important notifications preferences'.

You can upload your document via the following pages:

1. Application confirmation page
2. Go to ‘Create or view Cash Instalment Plan’ from your credit card account details page
3. Banners displayed on the homepage or credit card account details page

The banner will be displayed for approximately 4 days to facilitate any additional upload, if necessary.

Virtual credit card is not a separate card. It allows you to view the same credit card information found on the physical credit card, including card number, your name on the card, card expiry date and CVV. You can also bind your virtual credit cards to your digital wallet for faster mobile payments.

New cardholders can get their full card information via the HSBC HK App to make online purchases, without needing to wait for the physical card.

Existing cardholders can also find their card information in the app to make online purchases anytime, anywhere, even without the physical card on hand.

Everyone can enjoy the virtual credit card service. However, the criteria for new and existing cardholders differ.

Newly approved cardholders who applied for their cards online can activate their approved virtual card before receiving their physical cards in the mail. However, you will still need to activate your physical credit card.

Existing cardholders who have already activated their physical cards can automatically enjoy virtual card services (including viewing card information such as the expiry date and CVV) via the HSBC HK App.

Yes. Once your virtual card has been activated, you can manually input your virtual card information in the HSBC HK Reward+ app to register for credit card promotions.

No you do not need to do anything. You'll be able to automatically access your virtual credit card and view your card information, including card number, cardholder’s name, card expiry date and CVV. You can also add your virtual credit card to your digital wallets via the HSBC HK App.

It is mandatory to activate your physical card.

If you've activated your virtual card first, then you must activate your physical card within 14 days. Otherwise, the total credit limit will be capped at HKD10,000 or the approved credit limit (whichever is lower), and both virtual credit card and the physical credit card will be suspended after the 14-day grace period.

If you've activated your physical card first, then you will automatically be able to access your virtual card and add it to your digital wallets via the HSBC HK App.

This is to minimise potential fraud risk. You must activate the corresponding physical credit card within 14 days from your virtual card activation. Otherwise, your credit limit will be capped at HKD 10,000 or the approved credit limit (whichever is lower), and both virtual credit card and physical credit card will be suspended.

Your credit card details can only be accessed via the HSBC HK App when you successfully log on to the HSBC HK App to use the virtual credit card service.

ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Governance. 

ESG investing, also referred to as sustainable investing, refers to specific investment approaches that aim to generate long-term financial returns while advancing sustainable solutions and outcomes. 

ESG stands for environmental, social and corporate governance. It provides a measure which investors can use to seek and screen the sustainability of investment opportunities arising from the global response to climate change.

In October 2021, the 26^th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) reviewed and reinforced the progress of the 2016 Paris Agreement. With a goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2050, ESG investments are expected to become the main trend and experience long-term growth.

The future requirements for ESGs will increase and have a more important impact on corporate performances based on market demand. Investment portfolios may become more resilient and contribute to society as a whole through the inclusion of ESGs. Investors should also note that ESG solutions do not guarantee returns on their portfolios.

ESG investment maintains a focus on financial returns, alongside environmental and social considerations. Based on our analysis, adopting an ESG approach in investment has benefited stock and bond portfolio performance over the last 10 years. Also, risk-adjusted returns in the long-term are likely to be structurally stronger as the economy transitions to sustainability. 

However, ESG investment does not guarantee or necessarily provide better performance than their peers. ESG factors don't necessarily hurt investment performance, and sustainable investment may in fact help future-proof investment portfolios against the risks associated with a transition to a more sustainable economy.

Please note past performance does not indicate future returns.

We offer a comprehensive range of ESG and sustainable investing products that help align your sustainability objectives with your financial goals.

Access our list of ESG funds by selecting the ESG search checkbox on the unit trust search tool via HSBC Online and Mobile Banking. 

Yes, to apply for the Revolving Credit Facility, you must:

• be a Hong Kong resident
• be at least 18 years old
• have a valid mobile number, email address and residential address

Yes, interest will be charged. To help you understand further on how Revolving Credit Facility interest is charged, please access the HSBC HK App > Loans > Revolving Credit Facility. We have introduced an interactive calculator tool which will help you understand how much interest you will be charged for the duration of your usage.

We'll send you SMS and email notifications once your application has been approved. We'll also send a physical confirmation letter to your residential address.

If your application is pending additional supporting documents, we'll let you know what's required. You can then follow the link on the HSBC HK website to submit these documents.

If your application is still being processed, we'll send you both SMS and email notifications upon its approval, or we may contact you for more details on your application.

The reference amount for low net worth is HKD50,000 (or equivalent) and low income is HKD7,500 (or equivalent). These amounts are subject to review or change without further notice.

You can buy stocks by accessing the Investment tab at the bottom of the account summary screen after log on. You can either scroll down and select "Trade Stocks" within the Product & Services section or directly click on stocks when you have existing stock holdings. Simply search for the desired stock you would like to buy and follow the buy instructions to complete your transaction.

You can sell stocks by accessing the Investment tab at the bottom of the account summary screen after log on. Please select stocks to see your existing stock holdings and then click on the stock you would like to sell. You are able to sell the existing available balance which will be displayed during the sell journey. Please follow the sell instructions to complete your transaction.

You can view your order status by accessing the investment tab at the bottom of the account summary screen after log on. Please scroll down and select Stocks Order Status. You can use different filters to search for your respective orders. Note that each order has an order status to indicate the latest status of your order.

You are able to review the latest order status within the order status page. Click on the Investment tab and select Stock Order Status. Your order will show with the corresponding order status.

The maximum date range you can view is 30 calendar days. If you apply a filter on the orders, you will be able to select up to 10 calendar days at once.

The maximum amount you can use for a buy order is indicated by the account buying power. The account buying power is indicated on the order details input page when you are inserting the order.

After you place an order, the order status will be ‘Pending Dealing’ (during business hours) or ‘Pending Capture’ (after business hours). The possible order statuses include:

• Fully Executed: all order quantity is executed upon the order expiry date.
• Partially Executed: part of the order quantity is executed upon the order expiry date.
• Unexecuted: order cannot be executed upon the order expiry date.
• Fully Cancelled: request of order cancellation is accepted by broker (without partial executions).
• Partially Cancelled: request of order cancellation is partially accepted by broker (with partial executions).
• Pending Amendment: pending broker's acceptance of the request for order amendment, no further amendment/cancellation is allowed.
• Pending Cancellation: pending broker's acceptance of the request for order cancellation, no further amendment/cancellation is allowed.
• Pending Dealing: pending order execution.
• Pending Capture: order received after business hours and pending validity checking. For orders with "pending capture" status, customers must check whether such orders have been successfully captured by the Bank with a "pending dealing" status or rejected due to insufficient funds or other reasons before market open on the next business day.

You can subscribe to an IPO / IPO loan by accessing the 'IPO' section under the 'Investment' tab on your HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.

The charts within the HSBC HK mobile banking app do not support trend lines and technical indicators. You can interact with the charts to see the daily details of the stock price e.g. day low, day high, closing price, price change for each day. For more comprehensive chart details, you can try our dedicated stock trading app HSBC HK Easy Invest.

We currently do not offer a stock watch list function within the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. If you would like to set up a watch list please use HSBC HK Easy Invest or Online Banking to manage and monitor your watch list.

The quotes you see before you log on are at least 15 minutes behind, while the ones you see after you've logged on are in real time unless otherwise stated.

Please click the links below for the product factsheets.

HK Stocks

China A Shares

US Stocks

In respect of orders for securities listed on stock exchanges outside of Hong Kong, it is our existing practices that the Bank may transmit your orders to affiliated HSBC entities and third party brokers for execution, who may, subject to local regulation, execute such orders on alternative trading venues (“ATVs”), including dark pools.

The primary potential benefits for using ATVs is to achieve better pricing and to reduce transaction costs. In general, ATVs and ATV operators are subject to regulations which are not necessarily the same as regulations that are applicable to exchanges and exchange operators. A typical feature of ATVs is that there is no pre-trade transparency. The reference prices on an ATV could be “stale” or out-of-date due to latency from data feeds. Separately, access to ATVs is usually restricted and there could be less supply and/or demand on an ATV (as compared to the supply and/or demand on an exchange) due to the limited number of participants.

Our affiliated HSBC entities and third party brokers generally consider the execution price and opportunities for price improvement when deciding the appropriate venue for executing orders. There may also be other factors in their consideration, for example (i) market depth and order size; (ii) the trading characteristics of the security; (iii) speed and accuracy of executions; (iv) the availability of efficient and reliable order handling systems; (v) liquidity and automatic execution guarantees; (vi) service levels; (vii) the cost of executing orders; and (viii) execution certainty. The Bank will continue to monitor and evaluate the execution practices of our affiliated HSBC entities and third party brokers.  

Currently, the HSBC Investment section consists of 4 types of holdings, including securities, unit trusts, bonds and ELIs. We are now adding two more products namely Capital Protected Investment (CPI) CPI and Deposit Plus (DPS). All of your settled position will be shown under the Investment tab, except in case of CPI and DPS which shall show the nominal value.

Please be reminded that the securities holding in the HSBC Easy Invest app is now showing the executed position, which means this is reflected after the transaction is completed. The securities holding in Investment tab is reflecting the settled position.

The holding of FlexInvest will be located under the Unit Trust section of the investment tab.

The total market values is calculated by the sum of all holding balances in HKD.

This is due to difference in price used for computing market value of Stock holdings. The Stock price used for investment holding balance on the account summary screen is the closing price (T-1 or current trading-day close) applied on the settled position of Stocks; whereas the Stock price used for calculating holding value within the investment tab is the latest market price (with a delay of at least 15 minutes). However, for products other than Stocks, there is no difference in market value.

The foreign exchange rate used is both the real-time Buy/Sell rate.

Yes, joint accounts are shown in the investment tab.

The market price used to calculate the holding balance is specific to each product type. Stocks are shown with 15 minutes delay; Unit Trust will have intra-day update price from fund house; ELI and Bonds will show the T-1 closing price. The market price is not applicable for CPI and DPS.

You can access the Risk Profiling Questionnaire via the top right Profile Icon. Please click on Investment and select Risk Profiling Questionnaire.

HSBC HK customers with an investment account can enjoy the Stock-related Smart Alerts and IPO Alerts via HSBC HK Easy Invest app (Easy Invest) for free and stay on top of stock market movements.

For Smart Alerts, we will alert you when important events happen to markets and the stocks that you care about - for example when there are significant price movements in your holdings, breaking news or order status updates. You can also set up free real-time Predefined Price Alerts and receive push notifications via Easy Invest at self-defined frequency whenever the price moves by a certain amount or percentage or when stock prices hit specified targets.

For IPO Alerts, we will alert you via push notifications when a company is open for subscription.

Download Easy Invest now for full experience and more details. Terms and conditions apply.

Real-time Predefined Price Alerts are triggered based on real-time stock prices or indices.

You will also receive notification when there are important events happen to markets and the stocks you care about, such as a new executive member appointment or the release of financial results or when your orders are executed, cancelled or partially executed.

All the alerts will be sent via push notification in HSBC HK Easy Invest app.

You can make HKD, RMB and/or foreign currency transfers to:

• your local HSBC accounts
• third-party local accounts
  
• new or existing merchants
• overseas HSBC accounts via HSBC Global Transfers (exclusively for HSBC Global Private Banking, HSBC Premier Elite, HSBC Premier and HSBC One customers)
  
• other overseas accounts via Global Payments
  

Yes. We have daily limits for payments to registered and non-registered accounts, self-named and third-party HSBC accounts (excluding self-named HSBC HK account transfers) and bill payments, etc. made through digital and self-service channels, including HSBC HK App and Online Banking, phone banking and ATM services.

Please visit HSBC Daily Transfer Limit | Payments and Transfers - HSBC HK for details.

You'll need your Security Device or Mobile Security Key to do it.

You can change your transfer limit to a registered or unregistered payee in online banking.

But if you just need to make a small-value payment of HKD10,000 or less, you can adjust the daily limit for it by going to 'Profile', selecting 'Pay and transfer' then 'Small-value payment limit' in the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. The maximum daily limit for small-value payments is HKD10,000.

You can view one-time and recurring payments and transfers from these categories:

• My local HSBC accounts
• Other local payees/FPS
• Bill payments
• Tax payments
• Foreign exchange
• Global transfers to HSBC accounts
• Global payments to other accounts
• HSBC GBA Wealth Connect remittances

Sorry, it is not possible to amend your future dated payments. However, you can delete them by selecting 'Cancel payment', and then set up new instructions.

AutoPay records are not included under 'Manage future payments'. To set up or manage your autoPay instructions, please select ‘autoPay’ under ‘Pay & Transfer’ tab on HSBC HK App.

The new payee you've added will become effective on the next working day when submitted within business hours in HKT (before 9:00pm from Monday to Friday, or 6:00pm on Saturday). Outside business hours, such as on public holidays, this can take up to 2 working days.

Once you've successfully submitted an instruction for adding a new payee, we'll notify you both via SMS and email.

You may have already added this payee. Please check 'My payees' list to confirm if the payee already exists. If yes, you don't need to add them again, and can make transfers to them directly.

Apart from viewing and deleting your registered payees via HSBC Online Banking, you can now manage your payees also via HSBC HK App. From 6 November 2024, you can:

• view and search all your registered local and global payees;
• add multiple accounts under a registered payee;
• edit a payee's nickname; and,
• delete a payee and/or account

There is no limit to the number of accounts under a registered payee. You may add as many registered accounts as you wish under a single payee.

Select ‘autoPay’ under ‘Pay & Transfer’ tab on HSBC HK App to set up a new autoPay instruction or manage existing ones.

The lead-time depends on the arrangement with a particular merchant/organisation. You can also check this lead-time with the merchant/organisation in question.

To set up an autoPay with a merchant/organisation that is not on list, select 'Other merchant/ organisation', then enter their bank account number or FPS proxy ID (ie mobile/ email/ FPS ID) and other merchant / organisation’s details.

You can change an existing autoPay instruction by selecting 'Edit autoPay instruction'. To cancel an existing autoPay instruction, you can select 'Delete autoPay instruction'.

Any change to an existing autoPay instruction will be submitted to the merchant/organisation within 2 working days. The effective date will depend on their process.

You can review and change your autoPay details in 3 simple steps:

1. Select 'autoPay' under ‘Pay & Transfer’ tab on HSBC HK App
2. Select the autoPay record you want to edit under 'Manage autoPay'
3. Select 'Edit autoPay instruction'.

This is the maximum number of payments you want to allow in a specified period. For example, one payment per week or three payments per month, etc. You can edit 'Number of payments allowed per frequency' by selecting 'Edit autoPay instruction' under 'Manage autoPay' page.

If your payment amount is likely to vary each time (for example, your electricity bill), please enter the maximum amount you would expect to pay in a single payment or select unlimited amount.

Please note that if your bill is higher than your maximum amount, the autoPay instruction will be rejected and the payment will not go through.

'One-off payment' is a payment that will only happen once, so autoPay will cancel the instruction once it expires or the payment has been made, whichever comes first.

'Recurring payment' is for payments that will happen on a regular basis, such as a monthly bill.

(a) You can use the ‘Recent local payees’ widget to view a list of 8 registered local payees that you've recently transferred to. Here's how:

1. Go to 'Pay & Transfer' tab.
2. Select a payee record under 'Recent local payees'.
3. Select one specific account if there are HSBC integrated account or multiple accounts registered under that single payee nickname.
4. Select your debit account under the 'From' list.
5. Enter the transfer details.

(b) Alternatively, you can transfer using the process below:

1. Go to 'Pay & Transfer' tab.
2. Select 'Other local payees / FPS'.
3. Select your debit account under the 'From' list.
4. Select one specific account from 'All payees'.
5. Enter the transfer details.

(c) Or, you can initiate transfer through 'View all payees':

1. Go to 'Pay & Transfer' tab.
2. Select 'View all payees'.
3. Select a registered payee account.
4. Select 'Make a transfer'.
5. Choose your debit account under the 'From' list.
6. Enter the transfer details.

Go to 'Pay & Transfer' page, and you'll see up to 8 latest registered local payee records that you've made transfers to recently in the 'Recent local payees' widget. With the record of recent payees displayed in the widget, you can enjoy a hassle-free local transfers experience.

Once you've transferred to a registered local payee successfully, the records under 'Recent local payees' widget will be refreshed. The most recent payee will be displayed on the extreme left of the list under 'Recent local payees' immediately.

FPS (Faster Payment System) allows you to make instant payments 24/7 to individuals and merchants in HKD and RMB for free. You can also pay overseas merchants instantly. You can learn more about FPS here.

You may have already added this payee. You can check if that's the case in your 'My payees' list when you make a transfer.

Or you may have entered the wrong account number or FPS proxy ID (i.e. mobile number, email address or FPS Identifier). Please check the information before trying again.

Select 'Pay & transfer', then 'Bill payments'.

To pay a new bill:

1. Select 'Pay a new merchant'.
2. Choose a merchant and select a bill type (if applicable).
3. Enter the 'Bill payee account number'. 
4. Choose 'From account' and input payment details to proceed.

To pay a merchant you've paid before:

1. Select the merchant from your merchant list.
2. Choose the bill type (if applicable).
3. Enter the 'Bill payee account number'.
4. Choose 'From account' and input payment details to proceed.

To pay bills via FPS, find 'FPS' in the menu and select 'Make a transfer', or choose 'Pay with FPS' from the log on screen to scan the QR code.

You can make your tax payment via the app by following these steps.

1. Select 'Pay & Transfer', then 'Tax payments'.
2. Choose 'From account'. Input your shroff account number as 'Bill account number'. Please omit the hyphen and English letters.
3. Input the payment amount to proceed and select the 'Payment date'. You can select the payment date from the calendar if you would like to pay in a future date.
4. Select 'Continue' and review your payment information.
5. Choose 'Confirm' to submit your payment.

The bill payee account number may be different for each merchant. Please select the '?' icon next to the bill payee account number to find out more.

Once you've successfully paid a bill, the merchant will generally be added to your 'Previously paid merchants' list automatically. However, some merchants (e.g. tax payments) won't be saved in the system.

To remove a merchant from this list, please log on to online banking.

The amount shown is the maximum daily limit for that specific merchant category you can pay. If you have already paid bills to other merchants in the same category within the same day, you can only pay the current bill with the remaining daily limit. Please note that the limit will not be refreshed immediately based on the completed payments.

You can easily do so via the HSBC HK App. Please make sure you have your Mobile Security Key, 6-digit PIN or Security Device on hand.

1. Log on the HSBC HK App, go to 'Pay & Transfer' tab and select 'Other local payees / FPS'.
2. Choose the debit account from your account list.
3. Choose an existing payee from the list displayed or tap 'Pay someone new' to pay a new payee, then select one of the 5 methods (Account number, Mobile number, FPS ID, Email address, or Credit card).

To add a new payee into 'My payees', simply tick the 'Add to payee list' box before you proceed with the transfer.

You'll be able to manage the transfer limits of accounts under 'My payees' via HSBC Online Banking. You can also edit the payees' nicknames or delete the registered payees via HSBC HK App and HSBC Online Banking.

Yes, you can set up Hong Kong dollar (HKD) standing instructions in the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. When you're making a transfer, simply select 'How often' and then choose a transfer frequency.

With this service, you can transfer funds in Hong Kong dollars or Renminbi directly, through HSBC Online or Mobile Banking, from your linked same-name accounts maintained at other selected local banks to your HSBC accounts. Learn more

You can refer to our step-by-step guide for HSBC HK App.

Transfer instructions are processed between 8.15am and 5.55pm, Monday to Friday, and 8.15am to 11.55am on Saturday, excluding Hong Kong public holidays.

You can send transfer instructions whenever you like but requests received outside the times listed above are processed on the next business day.

Applications for same day value are subject to cut-off times related to the time zone of the destination and/or the requirements of the settlement banks. This means that your account may be debited before the value day. We are not liable for any interest expense or loss incurred as a result.

We process outward telegraphic transfer instructions in Renminbi from 8.15am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday (excluding Hong Kong public holidays).

You can send us transfer instructions whenever you like but requests received outside these times are processed on the next business day.

Processing of outward telegraphic transfer instructions in Renminbi is subject to the schedule of the Renminbi clearing bank. For example, they will not process payments during holidays in mainland China, such as Labour Day and National Day.

Making Hong Kong dollar/Renminbi transfers to most of the banks in Hong Kong is free*.

Making foreign currency or Renminbi transfers to some Hong Kong banks will be charged HKD50. The amount will be confirmed on the Instruction Acknowledgement, which you will see in the HSBC Online Banking and HSBC HK Mobile Banking App message centre.

For overseas funds transfers, there is a local service charge of HKD50. For Renminbi Telegraphic Transfer to HSBC Group / branches in mainland China through HSBC Online Banking and HSBC HK Mobile Banking App, the service charge is waived. For overseas funds transfers via HSBC Global Transfers, the service is free for HSBC Global Private Banking, HSBC Premier Elite, HSBC Premier and HSBC One customers making online transfers to their self-named or third-party overseas HSBC accounts (including joint accounts).

See the latest Fees & Charges

Please note that payees banks and any other banks used to send the transfer (both local and overseas) may impose additional charges, you can contact them directly about their fees.

* There is no charge from us if you pay money to, or receive money from accounts of other banks via FPS, but other banks may have different charging policies.

In order to protect you during payment transfer, the instruction to add a new payee will come into effect after 6 hours. You can make only one transfer to each new payee before it is active. Transfers will be processed (and the corresponding daily transfer limit will be consumed) after payee becomes active. There will be email and SMS notification to confirm you once the transfer is done. 

Yes, you can add multiple payees and make only one global transfer to each of them before each payee is active. However, the transfer will only be processed once the payee is active. There will be email and SMS notifications to confirm you once the transfer is done. 

Yes, you can make one global transfer each to the newly added payees before the payees become active. However, the transfer will only be processed (and the corresponding daily transfer limit will be consumed) once the payee is active. Moreover, if you would like to cancel the transfer instruction before payee is active, go to 'Pay & Transfer' via HSBC HK App. Please note that the new payee would also be deleted along with the transfer cancellation instruction.

You will receive both email and SMS notifications when 'Add a new payee' instructions are placed, and another set of email and SMS when the global transfers to the newly added payees are processed. 

Yes, you can cancel the global transfer to the newly added payee's HSBC account before the payee is active. You may go to 'Pay & Transfer' via HSBC HK App. Select a particular transfer and click on 'Cancel' to cancel the transfer instruction. If you cancel the transfer instruction before payee is active, the new payee would also be deleted along with the transfer cancellation instruction. 

We are unable to verify payee account information. Verification procedures adopted in different banks/countries may vary. For example for some banks, both account number and account name are used to verify inward remittances; . Customer is advised to ensure payee account information provided is complete and correct.

You can make instant and one-time forward-dated transfers using Global Transfer in the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app, but not recurring transfers.

HSBC Global Money Transfers is a mobile exclusive experience that allows you to send international payments to non-HSBC overseas accounts on the HSBC HK App.

With our network of more than 50 countries and regions in supported currencies, you can make international transfers but enjoy a domestic experience. Simply send money like a local within our network, quickly and seamlessly.

You can also use telegraph transfer through SWIFT network to over 200 countries and regions in more than 40 different currencies.

See list of supported countries/regions and currencies

You can use Global Money Transfers as long as you hold a HSBC integrated or current or saving account and use HSBC HK App.

• Download the HSBC HK App

Haven't used mobile banking before? No problem, you can sign up using the app.

Follow the on-screen instructions to set up mobile banking and your PIN all at once. Once you're set up, you can start using Global Money Transfers.

Currently, we don’t support future dated and recurring Global Money Transfers.

You can't cancel or amend a Global Money Transfer payment that has already been made. You must contact the bank or your relationship manager for assistance. Once we receive your request, we will send out the recall request on your behalf, but we can't guarantee the success of the recall, as it depends on the beneficiary bank.

A local service charge will be applied to all global payments via outward telegraphic transfer. This fee is waived for HSBC Global Private Banking, HSBC Premier Elite and HSBC Premier customers doing transfers via HSBC Online Banking and HSBC HK Mobile Banking App to their own HSBC accounts overseas (including joint accounts).

If you request for any overseas handling charges to be paid by yourself rather than by the payee, an overseas service charge will be deducted from your account separately at a later date, once the charge has been charged back by the overseas banks. This can include charges levied by the payee's bank and any other banks used to send the transfer.

We'll tell the overseas banks how you prefer to pay overseas charges. The final charge settlement will be subject to the practice adopted by the overseas banks.

See the latest Fees & Charges

You can quote the exchange rate at anytime. The exchange rate indicated by the bank only applies to immediate transfers. The exchange rates executed for future-dated transfers or transfers after cut off times (Monday to Friday 8:15am - 5:55pm, Saturday 8:15am - 11:55am, excluding public holidays) will be based on the exchange rate indicated by the bank on the day the instruction is effected.

If you're quoting an exchange rate outside of the normal trading hours (Monday 7:00am HKT to Saturday 4:15am HKT during US daylight saving or 5:15am HKT during non-US daylight saving) or on Hong Kong public holidays, the rate provided will have a wider bid/ask difference.

Real-time rates are available from Monday at 09:30 until Saturday at 05:00 Hong Kong Time, excluding bank holidays. Exchange rates are subject to a higher bank spread during market closure.

HSBC real-time exchange rates are refreshed every 60 seconds. You'll be asked to confirm payment details including the exchange rate prior to proceeding with completing the transfer.

You'll be prompted with a message in a blue banner if the exchange rate has refreshed. Make sure you check the exchange rate before completing the transfer.

Real-time exchange rates are not available for the following currencies:

• BDT - Bangladeshi Taka
• BND - Brunei Dollar
• EGP - Egyptian Pound
• JOD - Jordanian Dinar
• KRW - Korean Won
• MOP - Macau Pataca
• MAD - Moroccan Dirham
• MMK - Burmese Kyat
• OMR - Omani Rial
• QAR - Qatari Riyal
• VND - Vietnamese Dong

The final debit amount and exchange rate will be decided after you confirm the payment.

Fees and charges differ depending on the type of transfer:

• 'Send like a local' transfers are fee-free for both the sender and the payee.*
• Telegraphic transfer has a local fee of HKD50 via mobile plus any third party charges from overseas banks.
  All fee information will be shown during the payment process and prior to you completing the transfer.

* Note: Some banks may charge a fee for international transfers. Payees will need to check with their banks on what these charges are. The charges will be debited from the payee's account. We're unable to advise on the fees that other banks may charge for payments sent through Global Money Transfers.

You can check the information box at the bottom of your screen or before you confirm your payment to double check the charges required.

For 'Send like a local' transfers, see list of supported countries/regions and currencies.

For some countries/regions, you'll also need to provide the local bank details of your payee's bank. Please ensure that you submit the bank details in the specified bank code format. See the table for the list of countries/regions and bank details.

Depending on the country/territory you are sending to, you'll need one or more of the following details:

• Bank code/sort code/local clearing code
• SWIFT code / BIC (Bank Identifier Code)
• IBAN (International Bank Account Number)
• Account number
• Payee full name
• Payee address (optional in some cases)
• Purpose of payment

The usual way to obtain the bank details is to contact the payee directly and request the details from them.

The recipient banks require information about what the funds being sent are for as part of the local regulation.

Send money via SWIFT in currencies including:

• Australian Dollar (AUD)
• Canadian Dollar (CAD)
• Swiss Franc (CHF)
• Renminbi (RMB)
• Euro (EUR)
• Pound Sterling (GBP)
• Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
• Japanese Yen (JPY)
• New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
• Singapore Dollar (SGD)
• Thai Baht (THB)
• United States Dollar (USD)

and others.

If your desired currency is not listed on HSBC HK Mobile Banking App, please proceed to HSBC Online Banking.

1. On your HSBC HK App, go to ‘Pay & Transfer’ and select ‘Global Payment to other accounts’.
2. Select who you want to send to, the country/region and enter the amount.
3. Select the 'Account to' and 'Send from'.
4. You'll also have to input your payee's account details such as their name, bank code (mostly in local clearing code format), account number and address (optional in some cases).

For selected countries and currencies, you'll be eligible for a ‘Send like a local’ experience which is faster and fee-free, while for other destinations outside our selected network, we will still route you through the telegraphic transfer via SWIFT network.

Yes, you'll be asked to authenticate your identity using 6-digit PIN/Touch ID/Face ID depending on your mobile device and app settings.

Depending on the destination country/region, the payment may arrive faster.

• 'Send like a local' generally takes 1 business day
• Telegraphic transfer generally takes 3-7 business days

The estimated time for the transaction to be completed will be displayed on the review screen prior to you completing the payment. This information will also be shown on the confirmation screen after you have completed the payment.

Yes, you can use the payment 'Reference' field.

'Send like a local' transaction reference number starts with 'GXZ'.

Telegraphic transfer transaction reference number starts with 'N'.

Mobile Cash Withdrawal lets you enter your cash withdrawal instructions in just a few steps on the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. You can then scan a QR code generated on any local HSBC or Hang Seng ATM. You can also get cash from any non-HSBC Group ATM in Hong Kong and mainland China that supports UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service. The use of Mobile Cash Withdrawal is subject to relevant terms and conditions.

If you've downloaded the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app and you've activated your Mobile Security Key on it, you can use Mobile Cash Withdrawal with any of the following HSBC accounts you hold:

• HSBC Integrated account
• HKD Current account
• HKD Savings account
• HKD Statement Savings account
• Cash Card account
• Super Ease account
• University Student account
• Revolving credit facility

To make withdrawals from non-HSBC Group ATMs in Hong Kong and mainland China that support the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service, you must hold an HSBC UnionPay ATM card.

At HSBC Group ATMs in Hong Kong

The most you can withdraw daily at an HSBC or Hang Seng ATM in Hong Kong is HKD10,000, which is the small-value payment limit. The small-value payment limit is capped at this amount but you can set a lower limit if you wish.

If you need to withdraw more than HKD10,000 or use other services that are subject to your small-value payment limit, please use your HSBC card at the ATM or visit any of our branches. You can withdraw up to HKD80,000 per day, per card.

At non-HSBC Group ATMs in Hong Kong and mainland China

You can make withdrawals at a non-HSBC Group ATM in Hong Kong or mainland China that supports the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service. You can withdraw up to HKD80,000 per day, or up to the daily withdrawal limit on your UnionPay ATM card. This amount is subject to the operating bank's ATM withdrawal limit.

The daily withdrawal limit on your UnionPay ATM card applies to both withdrawals made with your physical card and through Mobile Cash Withdrawal transactions via the UnionPay network. You can set a limit lower than HKD80,000 if you wish.

You can make a Mobile Cash Withdrawal by following these steps.

1. Select 'Mobile Cash Withdrawal' directly from the bottom of your HSBC HK App. Or after logging on, then go to 'Pay & Transfer'. You can also stay on 'Home' and scroll down to 'Explore products and services', then select 'Mobile Cash Withdrawal'.
2. Choose the ATM you want to withdraw from, and if prompted, the location of the ATM.
3. Choose the account you want to withdraw from, enter the amount and select 'Continue'.
4. Press the 'Mobile Cash Withdrawal' button or the 'UnionPay QR Withdrawal' button on the ATM to generate a QR code.
5. Scan the QR code on the ATM screen.
6. Follow the steps on the ATM screen to collect your cash at the ATM.

At HSBC Group ATMs in Hong Kong

You can make a Mobile Cash Withdrawal up to your small-value payment limit, which is capped at HKD10,000 and shared by other small-value transfers such as FPS and non-registered payee transfers.

To adjust your small-value payment limit, log on to the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app and follow these steps:

1. Stay on 'Home' and select your HSBC HK Mobile Banking profile in the top right corner of the screen.
2. Choose 'Pay and transfer'.
3. Select 'Small-value payment limit' and adjust it.

At non-HSBC Group ATMs in Hong Kong and mainland China

If you have a UnionPay ATM card, you can adjust the daily local or overseas withdrawal limit on your card. This is capped at HKD80,000 but you can set a lower limit.

You can set up or amend your daily local withdrawal limit via an ATM.

You can set up or amend your daily overseas withdrawal limit on the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app. Log on and follow these steps:

1. Stay on 'Home' and select your HSBC HK Mobile Banking profile in the top right corner of the screen.
2. Choose 'Pay and transfer'.
3. Select 'Overseas ATM withdrawal limit'.
4. Choose the HSBC UnionPay ATM card you want to set the limit for and adjust it.

You can use Mobile Cash Withdrawal at any HSBC and Hang Seng ATM, or multi-function machine (MFM) in Hong Kong. 

You can also use this service at any non-HSBC Group ATMs, in Hong Kong and mainland China that supports the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service.

You can refer to the UnionPay International website to see which banks support withdrawals through the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service.

If you're an HSBC customer, you won't be charged a fee if you use Mobile Cash Withdrawal at an HSBC or Hang Seng ATM, or at a multi-function machine (MFM).

But if you use Mobile Cash Withdrawal at a non-HSBC Group ATM that supports the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service, withdrawal charges will apply. The operating bank of the ATM may also impose additional fees and charges for such withdrawals.

If you're not an HSBC customer, such withdrawals will be processed via the UnionPay network. Please check with your bank for any service charges that may apply.

Yes, you can use Mobile Cash Withdrawal at non-HSBC Group ATMs in Hong Kong and mainland China that supports the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service.

You can make a Mobile Cash Withdrawal at non-HSBC Group ATMs that supports the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service if you:

• hold an HSBC UnionPay ATM card
• hold an eligible HSBC debit account
• are an HSBC HK Mobile Banking app customer
• have activated your Mobile Security Key

If your account has been debited but the ATM can't dispense any cash, please call us so we can resolve the issue for you.

Yes, you can use Mobile Cash Withdrawal at a non-HSBC Group ATM in mainland China that supports the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service through the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.

You can withdraw RMB from your HKD account linked to your HSBC UnionPay ATM card. Please activate your overseas ATM withdrawal limit before you travel to mainland China.

Simply select 'Non-HSBC Group ATM in Hong Kong/China', and select 'Mainland China' as your region.

Kindly note that overseas withdrawal charges will apply. There may be additional fees and charges imposed by the operating bank of the ATM for withdrawals made via the UnionPay network.

There are many non-HSBC Group ATMs that support the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service in mainland China. However, the operating banks for some ATMs may disable this service for UnionPay ATM cards issued in Hong Kong.

If you need to withdraw cash in mainland China, please refer to the UnionPay International website to see which banks support withdrawals through the UnionPay QR Code Withdrawal service. Alternatively, you can use your HSBC card instead.

You can find it under 'Pay & Transfer' at the bottom of the screen in your HSBC HK App. 

You can deposit your cheques via the app by following these steps:

1. Log on to the HSBC HK App. 
2. Select 'Pay & Transfer' at the bottom of the screen. 
3. Select 'Cheque deposit'.
4. Select your preferred account for the cheque deposit.
5. Enter the cheque value.
6. Select 'Take a photo of your cheque' and take a picture of both the front and back of your cheque.
7. Select 'Continue' and review your transaction information.
8. Select 'Confirm' to submit your transaction.

We accept cheques that meet these 5 criteria:

• Issued in Hong Kong Dollars
• Issued to you
• Issued from either HSBC or Hang Seng Bank
• The cheque amount does not exceed HKD100,000
• The cheque contains cheque verification number (an identification number printed on the left at the front of the cheque)

Please note that there are daily limits on the number of cheques and the total cheque amount you can deposit via the app.

Only HKD savings and current accounts are eligible to receive cheques via the app. Below are the supported accounts: 

• HSBC Premier HKD Current Account 
• HSBC Premier HKD Savings Account
• HSBC One HKD Current Account
• HSBC One HKD Savings Account 
• Personal Integrated Account HKD Current 
• Personal Integrated Account HKD Savings
• HKD Savings Account (Passbook)
• Super Ease Account 
• University Student Account 
• Cash Card Account 
• HKD Current Account
• HKD Statement Savings Account

Unfortunately no. We can only accept cheques issued by HSBC or Hang Seng Bank right now.

You can deposit up to 20 cheques with an upper limit of HKD100,000 per cheque and a maximum value totaling HKD100,000 per business day*.

If your deposit request exceeds HKD100,000 in total, please make the deposit via our Cheque Deposit Machine or at branches. You can use the branch finder to locate your nearest one.

Please note that your limits will be automatically reset on business days* at the cut-off time, 5:30pm.

* Business days refer to Mondays to Fridays except public holidays.

No, you need to deposit each cheque one by one. Please select 'Deposit another cheque' on the confirmation page to deposit your next cheque.

No, you won't receive a notification when you deposit a cheque.       

Only the person who wrote the cheque will receive both an email and SMS notification when a cheque has been deposited via the app.

If you deposit a cheque via the app before the 5:30pm cut-off time, it will be processed on the same day and the funds will be available after 3:00pm the following business day if it is cleared* successfully.

If you deposit a cheque after 5:30pm or on a non-business day (i.e. Saturday, Sunday and public holidays), it will be cleared* within 2 business days.

* If Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above and/or Black Rainstorm Warning is issued by the Hong Kong Observatory, or an “Extreme Conditions“ is announced by the HKSAR Government, cheque processing and clearing arrangement may be different. Please refer to the following FAQ for details.

If severe weather conditions are in effect before 9:00am and cancelled after 12:00pm on a business day (ie Monday to Friday except public holidays), only those cheques deposited before the cut-off time on the previous business day will be processed and cleared (the funds will become available balance after 3:00pm upon successful clearance). All other cheques deposited will be processed on the next business day (if not affected by severe weather conditions).

If severe weather conditions are in effect after 9:00am or cancelled before/ at 12:00pm on a business day, cheque will be processed and cleared as usual.

The cheque deposit cut-off time (5:30pm from Monday to Friday, except public holidays) remains unchanged. Whether the cheque will be processed and cleared will depend on the actual effective and cancellation time of the severe weather conditions. Please refer to the above FAQ for details.

Currently you cannot check the deposit status via the mobile banking app. Please use 'Chat with us' or call our customer hotline for any queries.  

For HSBC Global Private Banking customers, please call (852) 2233 3033

For HSBC Premier Elite customers, please call (852) 2233 3033

HSBC Premier customers, please call (852) 2233 3322

Other customers, please call (852) 2233 3000

A cheque deposit via the app will be rejected based on any of these reasons:

• The cheque is not issued by HSBC or Hang Seng Bank
• The name on the cheque and the selected deposit account don't match
• The cheque is not in HKD
• The input amount via the app and the amount on the cheque don't match
• The quality of cheque image is poor 
• The same cheque has already been deposited
• The cheque does not contain cheque verification number (an identification number printed on the left at the front of the cheque)
• Other reasons we consider appropriate to reject the cheque deposit

Cheque verification number is an identification number printed on the left at the front of the cheque. The following types of cheques might not have cheque verification number:

• Dividend cheque
• Cashier’s orders
• Custom printed cheque
• Standard cheque printed in or before July 2009

Yes, please retain your original cheque for 180 days after scanning and sending the cheque images via the app. 

If your cheque deposit was not cleared or was rejected and you no longer have the original cheque, please contact the cheque issuer for a replacement. 

This is an anti-scam alert message and will be shown when the payee's FPS Proxy ID (mobile number / email / FPS identifier) / account number is listed as “High Risk” as per the scam prevention advice provided by the Hong Kong Police Force on Scameter. You are advised to verify the identity of the payee before making transactions. The anti-scam alert is generated based on information collected from scam reports and recorded in the Scameter of the Hong Kong Police Force. Please visit the webpage of Scameter (https://cyberdefender.hk/en-us/scameter/) for more details.

You can cancel the transfer instruction by the steps below:

1. HSBC HK App:
   a. select 'X' at the top of the page; or
   b. select '...' at the top of the page and then 'Cancel this transfer'; or
   c. select ‘Cancel transfer’ at the pop up window before confirming the payment
2. HSBC Online Banking: select 'Cancel' in the bottom of the page

The anti-scam alert is generated based on information collected from scam reports and recorded in the Scameter of the Hong Kong Police Force. Please visit the webpage of Scameter (https://cyberdefender.hk/en-us/scameter/) for more details.

Yes, you can, but please be reminded that the transaction has high risk of fraud. You are advised to always verify the payment details (including the payee’s identity) of every single transaction before making payment.

If you suspect you have been scammed, you may visit a police station or the Hong Kong Police Force e-Report Centre (https://www.police.gov.hk/ppp_en or https://www.police.gov.hk/ppp_tc) to file a report. In tandem, please report the case to us.

No, it is not guaranteed. The anti-scam alert message will only be shown if the payee’s FPS proxy ID / account number is included in the scam reports provided by the Hong Kong Police Force from time to time. If there has not been any report to the Police against a particular FPS proxy ID / account number at the relevant time, the proxy ID / account number will not trigger an anti-scam alert.

You are advised to always verify the payment details (including the payee’s identity) of every single transaction before making payment.

You can check Scameter (cyberdefender.hk) to see if it is flagged as “High Risk”. When performing fund transfer with use of FPS proxy ID (i.e. mobile number, email address, or FPS Identifier) / account number via internet banking or mobile banking app, we will display an anti-scam alert message for those FPS proxy IDs / account number flagged in the scam reports provided by the Hong Kong Police Force. You are advised not to make any transactions to the payee unless you have carefully verified the payee’s identity and ensure that the payee is trustworthy.

FPS proxy IDs and account number are flagged as "High Risk" in Scameter and triggered the anti-scam alert are based on information collected from scam reports provided by the Hong Kong Police Force. If there has not been any report to the Police against a particular FPS proxy ID / account number, it will not trigger the anti-scam alert.

The anti-scam alert is generated based on information collected from scam reports provided by the Hong Kong Police Force and updated from time to time on a daily basis. Please check again that the payee is trustworthy before you proceed with the transaction.

FPS proxy IDs and account number are flagged as "High Risk" in Scameter and triggered the anti-scam alert are based on information collected from scam reports provided by the Hong Kong Police Force. If there has not been any report to the Police against a particular FPS proxy ID / account number, it will not trigger the anti-scam alert.

The anti-scam alert is generated based on information collected from scam reports and recorded in the Scameter of the Hong Kong Police Force. Please contact them at enquiry@cyberdefender.hk if you think the FPS proxy IDs / account number are not tagged correctly.

According to the record provided by the Hong Kong Police Force, your FPS proxy ID / account number is related to a scam report. Please contact them at enquiry@cyberdefender.hk if you think the FPS proxy ID / account number is not tagged correctly.

No, we cannot do the deletion. The anti-scam alert is generated based on information collected from scam reports and recorded in the Scameter of the Hong Kong Police Force. Please contact them at enquiry@cyberdefender.hk if you think the FPS proxy IDs / account number are not tagged correctly.

The anti-scam alert is generated based on information collected from scam reports and recorded in the Scameter of the Hong Kong Police Force. If you suspect a crime case has occurred, please call “Anti-Scam Helpline 18222” hotline for assistance. If you suspect that you have fallen prey to a scam, please report to the Hong Kong Police Force at a police station or via Hong Kong Police Force e-Report Centre 

(https://www.police.gov.hk/ppp_en or https://www.police.gov.hk/ppp_tc)

Branch verification is an alternative method to authorize branch transactions. You can now simply scan a QR code via the HSBC HK App instead of providing your signature to verify transactions in branch.

A red badge will show up on the 'Support' tab and 'Messages' whenever there's an unread message.

The message will be deleted after 90 days automatically. You can view messages up to 90 days via HSBC HK App.

You can use 'Chat with us' 24/7 for instant support by tapping the icon '…' at the top right corner, and enquire about our products and services.

A push notification is an alert you may receive on your device from the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app if you've enabled your Mobile Security Key.

The push notifications are sent by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited at 1 Queen's Road Central, Hong Kong.

You can opt in or out of receiving push notifications at any time by changing your communication preferences on the HSBC HK app.

1. Log on to the app.
2. Select your profile icon on the top right corner of the 'Home' page.
3. Find 'Settings and preferences' and select 'Communication preferences'.
4. Choose 'Push notification preferences'.
5. Switch on/off 'Transactions & Services' and/or 'Personalised offers'.

You can also go to 'Push notification preferences' through your message history. Simply click on the 3 dots next to an existing message, then select 'Change my preference', and you'd be brought to 'Push notification preferences' page where you can switch on/off 'Transactions & Services' and/or 'Personalised offers'.

For enquires, please call us on

• HSBC Global Private Banking customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier Elite customers: (852) 2233 3033
• HSBC Premier customers: (852) 2233 3322
• Other customers: (852) 2233 3000

For your account eStatement/eAdvice, only the first 6 digits of your account number will be shown.

For FPS payments, only the last name and initials of the payer and the first 6 digits of your account number will be shown.

Enable push notifications on your new device as soon as possible. Once you've done that, we'll send notifications to that device only.

Don't worry, sensitive information such as your account number and name are masked in push notifications for your security.

Please check if you've activated your Mobile Security Key - you'll need it to enable push notifications.

You may also be using a device or operating system that we don't currently support. For more information, please visit the Mobile Security Key page.

We send push notifications to the device on which you activated your Mobile Security Key only, for security reasons.

Yes, you'll receive push notifications for free.

Yes, you can do this by changing the language selection for your HSBC HK app.

Please note, we won't be able to change the language for any push notifications we've already sent.

Critical alerts:

If there's something important that needs your attention, we'll let you know via push notification if push notification function on your device has been enabled. These include fraud alerts and other important alerts.

'Chat with us' responses:

When the push notification function on your device has been enabled, we will also send you push notifications of 'Chat with us' responses.

Transactions & Services:

Stay up to date with your account and other HSBC services such as transaction alerts, payment reminders, eStatements and eAdvices.

Personalised offers:

If you have these notifications turned on, you'll hear about promotional offers on our products and services that are relevant to you.

This preference only applies to push notifications and doesn't opt you in or out of any other marketing channels. Find out how we use you data in our Data Privacy Notice.

Examples of transactions include FPS Inward Transfer, Credit Card Repayment, Self name Transfer to Joint Account, and more.

From February 2025 onwards, you'll also receive a push notification in addition to an email alert for the high risk transaction - Credit limit increase request submitted/approved.

More notifications will be made available via push notification.

'Transactions & Services' push notifications help you stay up to date with your account and other HSBC services such as transaction alerts, payment reminders, eStatements and eAdvices.

If you have 'Personalised offers' push notifications turned on, you'll hear about promotional offers on our products and services that are relevant to you, including promotions, special offers, campaign details (such as lucky draw, incentives, etc).

There might be a couple of reasons for this.

1. You might have prevented the HSBC HK app from sending you any notifications. To allow notifications from the app, log on, then click the bell icon on the right corner of the 'Home' page. If there's a banner that takes you to device settings, then you need to follow the link and enable notifications in your device settings.
2. There might be occasionally be delays or delivery failures for notifications. This could be due to network connectivity issues or the data and battery optimization settings on your device.
3. If you’re on an Android device, Google services may be limited in some countries and territories so your device may not be able to receive push notifications in those areas.

However, you can usually find your notifications in your Push notifications history.

If you turn on ‘Transactions & Services’, you’ll receive updates via push notifications (instead of SMS) for certain situations, such as when your credit card payment is due.

Once you've logged on to the HSBC HK app, you can access your push notifications by tapping the bell icon on the top right corner of the 'Home' page.

Yes, you can.

To delete the push notification from the notification center, please follow the steps below:

• click the 3 dots at the end of the message that you wish to delete. Then you'll see an action menu on the bottom of the page
• select 'Delete' from the action menu.

If the message has been deleted successfully, it will be disappeared from the notification center.

These messages are stored until 90 days after you have received the push notification.

The preferences will be reflected in 7 working days after you have updated the preferences.

No. If you want to opt in/ out to receive marketing messages via other channels, you'll need to go to 'Marketing preferences' to update the selection.

Unfortunately, Google services may be limited in some countries and territories, therefore, 'Push notification preferences' is disabled under 'Communication preferences' for some Android device users.

Unfortunately, push notification preferences can only be updated and viewed in full mode.

If you have turned on push notifications in full mode previously, you will continue to receive them. However, if you wish to view the push notifications within the app, please switch to full mode and tap on the 'bell' icon on the top right corner of home page.

Your preference will apply to all accounts and services with the bank except PayMe, insurance, pension and MPF.

Here's the latest list of documents that comprise important notifications: 

• Terms and conditions related documents:
  - Notices of changes
  - Key changes, summary and full versions of existing/ revised terms and conditions
• Key facts statements of banking and investment services
• Notice of changes in fees and charges
• Confirmation letter for loans
• Notification on account status change
• Notification on account closure

Some notifications are not feasible to be sent through electronic channels. If this is the case, you may still receive them by post.

We will periodically review and update the above list.

Please note that if you choose to apply for a product or service by completing a digital form or by using a digital channel, any terms and conditions and other important notification provided at the time of application will only be provided in non-paper based format.

No, statements or advices will not be impacted by this preference. Please refer to the above section for the full list of documents included as important notifications.

You may select either post or electronic means. Electronic means refer to communication channels including email, SMS, push notification etc.

You can view and change your important notifications preferences via:

1. Log on to HSBC HK App > Profile icon > Communication preferences > Important notifications preferences
2. 'Chat with us' on HSBC HK App or Online Banking
3. Call our hotlines at
   • HSBC Global Private Banking customers: (852) 2233 3033
   • HSBC Premier Elite customers: (852) 2233 3033
   • Other personal banking customers: (852) 2233 3000
4. Visit an HSBC branch in Hong Kong

No, your preference will apply to all accounts and services with the bank except PayMe, insurance, pension and MPF.

This is because we do not have a valid email address from you. Kindly update your email address if you want to receive the notifications by electronic means. You can update your email address via

1. HSBC Online Banking
2. Call our hotline at (852) 2233 3000 
3. Visit an HSBC branch in Hong Kong

No, there will be no additional charges for post.

It will take up to 7 working days for the delivery instruction of important notifications to become effective.

Until then, you may still receive important notifications from us as per your previous preference.

We may send important notifications to both the primary and secondary account holders. If the primary and secondary account holders show different preferences in receiving important notifications to us, we will send such notifications based on the preference of each account holder.

The delivery instruction will take up to 7 working days to become effective, until when you may still receive important notifications as per your previous preference.

Some notifications are not feasible to be sent through electronic channels, in which case, you may still receive them by post.

If you saved your changes after the cut-off time, your request will be processed on the next business day. Your changes will then be reflected in the HSBC HK Mobile Banking app.

In-app authentication allows customers to perform authentication through the HSBC HK App. This new authentication method is applicable for phone banking and 'Chat with us'. Eligible customers will receive an authentication request via HSBC HK App.

You don't need to set anything up. Just make sure you have updated your HSBC HK App to the latest version and follow the steps below to complete the authentication:

• Launch the HSBC HK App or tap on the push notification of in-app authentication request
• Enter your 6-digit Mobile Banking PIN or verify your identity using biometric authentication
• Review the in-app authentication request
• Approve the request if all the information is correct

Note: Enable push notification on the HSBC HK App to be alerted with any in-app authentication request: Log on > Profile icon > 'Communication preferences'.

If you could not complete the authentication request within 100 seconds, your request will be timed out.

There might be a couple of reasons that you cannot receive push notifications such as network connectivity issues, using different types of Android devices, etc. Learn more

If you've received a suspicious in-app authentication request, please tap on 'Reject', then report to us by selecting 'Report suspicious activity' and contacting us immediately.

If you've set up HSBC HK App, in-app authentication allows you to authenticate transactions or complete service requests in phone banking via the app. Besides existing phone banking PIN, it's an alternative method to verify your identity.

Phone Banking PIN is an independent identity verification method. Using in-app authentication won't affect the Phone Banking PIN you set up previously.

If you've logged on to online banking with passwords and requested for a more comprehensive banking service, our agents may offer you in-app authentication after checking your eligibility. You don't need to sign out from the existing online banking session and log on again with your Mobile Security Key.

We may offer other authentication methods to verify your identity in order to proceed with your transaction or service requests.