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Why open an account overseas with HSBC?

Whether you're looking to move, invest or study abroad, we can help you open an account in another destination, so you can manage your money around the world more easily.

Open an account for free and before you arrive in your new destination
View all your HSBC accounts worldwide in one place online
Make instant transfers between your HSBC accounts
Enjoy the same HSBC Global Private Banking and Premier privileges in eligible markets

How it works

Step 1: Choose your destination

Tell us where you are now, and where you want to open an account. We can help you open an account overseas in over 30 destinations.

Step 2: Check you can apply

You can apply if you're at least 18 years old and have a valid reason for opening an account overseas. Different eligibility criteria will apply depending on where you want to open an account. We'll ask you to check you meet these before applying.

Step 3: Start your application

Once you get started, we'll let you know the best way to apply, and what you'll need. It could be online, through our International Banking Centre or in a branch.

Things to know

Where you can open an account

Argentina, Australia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Canada, China, Egypt, Expat offshore (Jersey), France, Greece, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Macau SAR, Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, New Zealand, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA and Vietnam.

Ready to apply?

Let us know where you are now and where you want to open an account. Then we'll show you the best way to apply and guide you through next steps.

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Frequently asked questions

Depending on where you're applying for an account, we might ask you for:

your employment, income and tax details
valid proof of identity, such as your passport, driving license or national ID
proof of address, such as a bank statement or utility bill
additional documents, subject to qualification status, local laws and regulations

If you're applying for a joint account, you'll need to provide details for both applicants.

It's free to open an account overseas if you're an HSBC One, Jade, Global Private Banking or Premier customer. You also won't need to pay any annual account and monthly maintenance fees.

For staff or phone-assisted account opening, certain charges may apply. A monthly fee may also apply to your account if you’re unable to maintain the eligibility criteria. Your Relationship Manager or International Banking Centre case manager will let you know if any fees apply.

To waive the account opening and monthly fees, you'll either need to:

maintain a Total Relationship Balance in at least one market, if you're new to HSBC, or
maintain monthly minimum deposits, investments, or an HSBC mortgage

The minimum Total Relationship Balance and other account opening requirements vary by market. Visit your local HSBC website for more details.

It takes about 14 days once you submit your application to open an account overseas. It may be faster in some markets if you apply online. During this time, we'll ask you to provide all the documents and have them verified.

Check that your personal and contact information is up to date before you apply. If anything needs updating once you've started, you'll need to start your application again. This and other things that might be out of our control, like lots of applications or or time differences, could increase the time it takes to open your account.

How to apply for an account overseas

Why open an account overseas with HSBC?

How it works

Step 1: Choose your destination

Step 2: Check you can apply

Step 3: Start your application

Things to know

Where you can open an account

Ready to apply?

Frequently asked questions

What do I need to apply for an account overseas?

How much is it to open and maintain an account overseas

How long does it take to open an account overseas?

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