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HSBC Global Money 

Spend and send money around the world in multiple currencies, with no HSBC fees.

Access the world with one account

Convert, hold or send money - with competitive exchange rates and access to more than 200 countries and regions worldwide. Add your Global Money debit card to your digital wallet to start using it straight away. Global Money is only available via the HSBC app. Non-HSBC fees may apply. 

Key benefits

Send and spend without HSBC fees

Send money fee-free in more than 50 currencies to 200 countries and regions with Global Money transfers. With your Global Money debit card, you can spend or withdraw cash with no HSBC fees. Check for other non-HSBC charges, for example when using cash machines.

Multi-currency debit card at no extra cost

Order a multi-currency debit card when you apply. It can be used at home or wherever you are.

Live competitive exchange rates

We use live rates to give you competitive currency exchange rates.

Here's what you get with a Global Money Account

Spend money

  • Spend abroad without HSBC fees - including when you're at home.
  • Buy online from international retailers - for example in dollars or euro.
  • Add your contactless debit card to your digital wallet.
  • Use your debit card as you would at home. We'll debit payment from your currency balance if funds are available. If not, or if the transaction is in a currency you can't hold a balance in, we'll debit your GBP balance.
  • Withdraw cash inside or outside the UK with no HSBC fees.

Send money internationally

  • Send up to GBP50k per day (or currency equivalent) in 50+ currencies to 200+ countries from any Global Money Account balance.
  • See the estimated arrival time on screen when you send a payment.
  • Send without HSBC or intermediary bank fees.

Convert money

  • Store 18 currencies in your Global Money Account.
  • Competitive live exchange rates.
  • Convert currency on the go, when you need to, or when the rate is right for you.

Before you apply

Who can apply

You can apply for an HSBC Global Money Account if you have:

  • an active HSBC UK current account (excluding Basic Bank Account, Amanah, Appointee and MyAccount)
  • a valid email address that's on our records
  • the HSBC UK Mobile Banking app (Global Money is only available via the app)

Find out how to add or update your email address.

You must also read the important documents.

Apply for a Global Money Account

Already an HSBC customer?

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New to HSBC?

If you're not yet an HSBC customer with an eligible current account, find out more about our current accounts and how to apply.

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Not on your mobile?

Scan the code to get started.

Frequently asked questions

How can I fund an HSBC Global Money Account? 

How do I add money into my HSBC Global Money Account? 

What currencies can I send using my HSBC Global Money Account? 

What currencies can I store in my Global Money Account? 

Will there be any fees for using my Global Money Account? 

Why haven’t I received my card? 

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