HSBC Credit Card

 

How would you like to apply?

Simply choose the way that suits you best - but first, take a look below at the eligibility requirements and things you should know about your HSBC Credit Card application.

Apply online

Registered for Internet Banking?

If you're registered for Internet Banking and have an HSBC current account you can apply online in just a few clicks.

Log on to apply


Not yet registered for Internet Banking?

It only takes a few minutes to register and once you receive your security details, you'll be able to apply online to get an instant decision.

Or you can apply without registering - it will take a few minutes longer but you'll still get an instant decision.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for an HSBC Bank Credit Card you need to

  • be an HSBC current account customer (Advance, Bank Account, Graduate account)
  • have an annual income/pension before tax of £8,500 or more
  • be a resident of the UK
  • be over 18

These introductory rates only apply if you haven't held an HSBC credit card within the last six months. Balances can't be transferred from cards issued by other members of the HSBC Group including first direct, Marks and Spencer, John Lewis Financial Services Ltd and HFC Bank Limited.

Apply by phone

Call us on

0800 032 4735

Textphone contact numbers


Mobile (using inclusive minutes)

0345 600 6453†

Calls to 0345 numbers are included within most mobile operators inclusive minutes. Please refer to your mobile network tariff for any charges.



Landline freephone

0800 389 6149†

Calls to 0800 numbers are chargeable from most mobile operators. Please refer to your mobile network tariff for any charges.

†Lines are open from 8am to 10pm every day (except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day).

Prefer to talk face-to-face?


Pop into your nearest branch for a chat.


Find a branch

Things you should know

Before applying, please take the time to read the following. You may also want to save some of these documents for future reference.

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