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Why open an overseas account with us?

Manage your money easily across borders and make the most of your finances, wherever you are.

Open another account in over 22 destinations, from within or outside the U.S.^{1Footnote link 1}
Settle in with a credit card in your new destination
Manage all your accounts from one place online, and make fee-free transfers between them^{2Footnote link 2}
Enjoy value-added services, from tax solutions and relocation support, that go beyond banking
Benefit from the same HSBC Global Private Banking and Premier privileges in eligible markets

1. Select your destination

Select your current location and where you'd like to open an overseas account.

2. Check if you're eligible

You can apply if you're at least 18 years old and have a valid reason for opening an overseas account. Additional criteria may apply depending on your destination.

3. Start application

We'll show you how to apply, whether that's online, through our International Banking Centre or at a branch. We'll also tell you which documents you'll need.

Things to know

Where you can open an account

You can open an account in the following destinations:

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

In some locations, you may need to visit a local branch to open your account.

Ready to open an overseas account?

Simply select your current location and where you would like to open an overseas account. We'll then tell you the best way for you to apply and walk you through the steps.

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Frequently asked questions

To complete your application you may be asked to provide:

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.

You can open an overseas account if you're an HSBC One, Jade or Premier customer. The annual account and monthly maintenance fees are also waived.

For staff- or phone-assisted account openings, certain charges may apply. A monthly fee may also apply to your account if you’re unable to maintain the eligibility criteria. Before opening your overseas account, 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 must either:

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

The minimum Total Relationship Balance and other account opening requirements vary by market.

Mortgage and home equity products are offered in the U.S. by HSBC Bank USA, N.A. and are only available for property located in the U.S. Subject to credit approval. Borrowers must meet program qualifications. Programs are subject to change. Geographic and other restrictions may apply. Discounts can be canceled or are subject to change at any time and cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.

From submitting the application forms to account opening, this process will take approximately 14 days. It may be faster in some markets if you apply online. Within this time, you’ll need to provide all the documents and have them verified.

Please make sure your personal and contact information is up to date before you apply. If anything needs updating once you've started, you'll need to begin your application again from the beginning. This and other factors that might be out of our control, such as a surge in customer enquiries or time differences, may increase the time it takes to complete the account opening process.

HSBC Global Money Account

A multi-currency bank account designed to meet your international needs.

Worldwide banking

View all your global accounts in one place online and instantly move money between them, fee-free^{3Footnote link 3}.

Checklist for moving outside the U.S.

Plan your move away from the U.S. with this checklist of things to do before you go.

Additional information

Eligibility criteria may apply.
Accounts eligible for Global Transfers include all HSBC checking and deposit accounts, except for Certificates of Deposit (CDs). All HSBC accounts are viewable within Global View.
Global View and Global Transfers are only available for HSBC Premier and existing HSBC Advance clients and are not available in all countries. Foreign currency exchange rates and local country limitations may apply. Check with your destination country for limitation information. Transfers from HSBC accounts from outside the U.S. may be subject to transfer fees. Online banking is required to access Global View and Global Transfers. Access to U.S. online banking through Global View from outside the U.S. may be limited.

For clients located outside of the U.S. - Our products and services are not specifically directed at individuals located in the European Union. Our U.S. representatives, as well as our public website, us.hsbc.com, provide products and services governed by U.S. laws and regulations. Our products and services, as well as their specific terms and conditions, are subject to change and may not be available in all territories or to all customers. If your product requires a contract, application, disclosure, or other document to be signed, such document(s) will be deemed executed in the U.S. and only acted upon after you have signed them and they have been received by HSBC in the U.S. If you are not located in the U.S., the laws and regulations of your country of residence could affect the offering, negotiation, discussion, provision, and/or use of HSBC U.S. products and services. If you are not a U.S. resident, please read the specific cross-border product and service disclaimers, which are available on the Cross Border Disclosure page of our public website at us.hsbc.com/crossborder.

Applying for an account outside the U.S.

Why open an overseas account with us?

How to apply for an account outside the U.S.

1. Select your destination

2. Check if you're eligible

3. Start application

Things to know

Where you can open an account

Ready to open an overseas account?

Frequently asked questions

What documents will I need to apply?

How much does it cost to open and maintain an overseas account?

How long does it take to open an account outside the U.S.?

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