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HSBC GBA Account Opening Service

Connect to GBA and enrich your cross-border banking experience

Open a mainland China account through HSBC GBA Account Opening Service without leaving Hong Kong

Open a HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account ("GBA Type II Account")[@accounts-hsbc-gba-open-acc] using HSBC GBA Account Opening Service in Hong Kong. Link it to your e-wallets in mainland China to enjoy a seamless payments experience.

HSBC GBA Account Opening Service advantage

Open an account from Hong Kong

You can now open your GBA Type II Account[@accounts-hsbc-gba-open-acc] without leaving Hong Kong using the HSBC GBA Account Opening Service

Simple application

Use the HSBC GBA Account Opening Service to open a GBA Type II Account[@accounts-hsbc-gba-open-acc] in just 3 steps

Travel with ease

Link to your mainland China e-wallets to enjoy a convenient payment experience

Using the HSBC GBA Account Opening Service in 3 steps

Step 1: Schedule an appointment

Book a visit to our designated branch for account opening.

Step 2: Visit our branch in Hong Kong

Visit our branch with your HKID and Mainland Travel Permit and meet our staff to submit your application.

Step 3: Activate your account and link with e-wallet

If your application is approved, we'll notify you in a few days. Then, visit our branch to activate your GBA Type II Account[@accounts-hsbc-gba-open-acc] and link it with your mainland China e-wallet.

Things you should know

Eligibility

  • Existing HSBC customer with a relationship of over 6 months
  • Have a valid Hong Kong permanent identity card
  • Have a valid Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macau Residents[@accounts-hsbc-gba-mainland-travel-permit]
 

Get started

Call us

Learn more about the HSBC GBA Account Opening Service in Hong Kong

HSBC Hong Kong hotline: +852 2233 3000

Learn more about the HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account[@accounts-hsbc-gba-open-acc]

HSBC China hotline: +86 400-920-3827

Frequently asked questions

What is a HSBC GBA account opening service? 

I already have an account with HSBC China. Can I still apply for HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account[@accounts-hsbc-gba-open-acc]? 

What are the fees to open this HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account[@accounts-hsbc-gba-open-acc]? 

When will I be able to use the account after submitting the application? 

Where can I apply for HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account[@accounts-hsbc-gba-open-acc]? 

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Remarks

    Important notes 

    • HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited ("HSBC China") was incorporated in Mainland China and its principal place of business is Mainland China. As of December 31, 2023, HSBC China's paid-up capital and reserves are CNY 60,601,251,000. Deposits made to the account to be opened with HSBC China will be in CNY.
    • HSBC China is not an authorized institution within the meaning of the Hong Kong Banking Ordinance. HSBC China does not carry on banking business in Hong Kong and does not have a local representative office in Hong Kong. HSBC China is not subject to the supervision of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Any deposit in HSBC China will not be protected by the Hong Kong Deposit Protection Scheme.
    • The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited ("HSBC Hong Kong") is providing the attestation service to you at your request to assist you with your application of an account with HSBC China. Any documents provided to you should not be regarded as an advertisement or invitation to you to make a deposit or enter into any agreement to make a deposit. The attestation service provided by HSBC Hong Kong should not be regarded as an advertisement or invitation on behalf of HSBC China to make a deposit or enter into any agreement to make a deposit.