HSBC Expat Bank Account

Welcome back

Thank you for returning to apply for an HSBC Expat bank account. To ensure we can open your account as soon as possible, please review the below eligibility and items you'll need to complete your application.

Eligibility

To join HSBC Expat, you must be 18 years or older and meet one of these criteria:

  • Save or invest at least £75,000 (or currency equivalent) with HSBC Expat within 3 months of opening your account, or
  • Have an annual salary of at least £120,000 (or equivalent monthly credits) which must be paid into your HSBC Expat account, or
  • Already be an HSBC Premier customer in another country or region

If your new HSBC Expat account isn't funded within the first 3 months, the account will be closed or an underfunding fee will be charged.

You can find more details about the minimum balance and underfunding fee in our Tariff of Charges Opens in a new window and Terms and Conditions Opens in a new window .

What you need to apply

  • A suitable mobile device to verify your identity during this application by taking a picture of your valid passport and a photo of yourself
  • Proof of address, such as a valid utility bill issued within the past 4 months
  • Your tax details including your taxpayer identification number (TIN)
  • Your current employment and income details
  • Have access to a printer, or be able to save your form as a PDF

Suitable devices to confirm your identity

  • An up-to-date Apple iOS 13 or above, or Android 8 or above mobile phone or tablet
  • The device must have a rear-facing camera plus a front-facing camera
  • The latest Chrome or Safari browser