Need a UK account?
Do you live outside the UK but need a bank account to manage your finances in the UK? Or, are you planning a move to the UK and looking to open a UK bank account? Apply for an HSBC bank account from outside the UK and take full control of your finances.
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Banking in the UK
Why open an HSBC UK bank account
Convenient ways to bank
24/7 access to your account using mobile, online, automated phone banking and a debit card.
No monthly account fee
We don't charge you a fee just for keeping your account with us.
Enjoy discounts and offers
HSBC debit card holders can access offers with a number of retailers with our home&Away offers programme.
Bank wherever you are
Manage all your HSBC accounts around the world from anywhere with our mobile app and online banking.
Choose the HSBC UK bank account that's right for you
HSBC Premier Account
HSBC’s premier banking service, recognised globally and created for your constantly changing world.
Plus, if you have HSBC accounts in other countries or regions, you can manage them all online and make fee-free transfers between them in minutes.
ATM withdrawal limit
GBP1,000 per day
Fee for using your card outside the UK
2.75%
To be eligible, you’ll need to meet and maintain one of the following criteria:
- Be an existing HSBC Premier customer in another country
- Have savings or investments of at least GBP50,000 with HSBC UK (within 6 months of opening your account)
- Have an individual annual income of at least GBP75,000 and one of the following with HSBC UK: a mortgage, an investment, life insurance or a protection product (to be held within 6 months of account opening)
You may be required to provide ID and proof of address if needed.
You may not be eligible for some account features if you remain resident outside the UK.
HSBC Advance Account
Get everything you need from everyday banking and lots more.
Plus, if you have HSBC accounts in other countries or regions, you can manage them all online and make fee-free transfers between them in minutes.
ATM withdrawal limit
GBP500 per day
Fee for using your card outside the UK
2.75% plus a 2% fee (minimum GBP1.75, maximum GBP5) when withdrawing cash
Eligibility
You may be required to provide ID and proof of address if needed.
You may not be eligible for some account features if you remain resident outside the UK.
HSBC Bank Account
Easily manage your everyday finances and activate your life in the UK.
HSBC customers with an HSBC debit card can access home&Away offers with a number of retailers.
ATM withdrawal limit
GBP300 per day
Fee for using your card outside the UK
2.75% plus a 2% fee (minimum GBP1.75, maximum GBP5) when withdrawing cash
Eligibility
You may be required to provide ID and proof of address if needed.
You may not be eligible for some account features if you remain resident outside the UK.
Moving to the UK guides
