Student Visa Credit Card

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Student Visa credit card

Student Visa Credit Card

A Student Credit Card can be a great way to cover unexpected expenses and build a good credit history. It’s available exclusively for existing HSBC Student Bank Account customers and has no annual fee.

The HSBC Student Credit Card is only available to HSBC Student Bank Account customers.

Credit is subject to status, affordability and applicable terms and conditions.

Representative example

18.9% APR (variable)

Representative APR

18.9% p.a. (variable)

Purchase rate

Based on an assumed credit limit of

£500

How to apply For the HSBC Student Visa Credit Card

About this card

Card details

Earn cashback from your favourite shopping brands
With Visa offers
Up to £500 credit available
No annual fee

Using your card

Make contactless transactions
Your card is contactless and you can add it to Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay.
Manage your card online
Online banking is a convenient way to manage your card. It lets you check your credit card balance, make payments and stay in control.
Bank anywhere with the HSBC Mobile Banking App
Make payments to existing beneficiaries and manage your personal accounts easily and securely with the HSBC UK Mobile Banking app.
Use your card abroad
You can use your HSBC Credit Card at any retailer or cash machine that displays the logo on your card. Fees apply and non-HSBC cash machines may also charge a fee.

Credit card fees abroad.
24/7 worldwide assistance
Day or night, help is always at hand if your card is lost or stolen. Wherever you are in the world you can speak to our dedicated team about getting an emergency cash advance.

Apply for an HSBC Student Visa Credit Card

To be eligible for an HSBC Student Credit Card, you need to:

be over 18
hold an HSBC Student Bank Account*
have been resident in UK** for at least three years

*A Student Bank Account can only be applied for when you have a confirmed place to study, however you can open a HSBC Bank Account at anytime and upgrade to the Student Bank Account when you have your place to study confirmed.

**Channel Islands and Isle of Man customers are not eligible to apply for student credit cards.

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Apply by phone

Our friendly team is here to help. Call us on 0800 169 5422

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Lines are open from 8am to 10pm every day.

Apply in branch

Book your appointment to apply in branch by calling 03457 404 404

You'll need to bring identification, proof of your address and a recent statement from your current bank.

Lines are open from 8am to 8pm every day.

Please note - You can only apply by phone or branch if you are an existing HSBC customer.

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Student Visa Credit Card