HSBC Bank Account for International Students

For instructions on sending or receiving money outside of the UK please visit our international money transfer page.

You can view and download paperless statements online by following these steps:

1. Log on to online banking.
2. Select ‘My banking’.
3. Select ‘Statements’ under the documents’ section.
4. View and download your statements.

• if you’d like a paper copy of the statement, you can:
  give us a call if you’re registered for telephone banking
• pop into your nearest branch and ask us to order you a copy

Your Telephone Security Number is a 6 to 10 digit number that only you will know. It is what we use to verify you if you call us.

Once your account has been opened, you’ll receive a letter with your Telephone Security Number and instructions on how to register for online and mobile banking

Your proof of identity

You’ll need to bring one of these documents. It must be the original document, not a copy:

• your current passport or travel document (passports should include all pages that contain signatures, the passport number and any extension dates where applicable)
• your current National Identity Card (EEA or Swiss Nationals only)

And also one of these documents – again, it must be the original document, not a copy:

• your visa
• a biometric residence permit that doesn’t expire in the next 3 months

Your proof of address

Provide one of the documents below and make sure it is both recent and certified

• letter from a university/college confirming your acceptance of a place on a qualifying course
• EU Photocard Driving Licence and Overseas Driving Licence
• bills and Bank Statements

A standing order is a regular payment of a specified amount to another account. Setting up a standing order can reduce the amount of admin you have to do. It can also help make sure you never miss a payment on something important like your rent.

Click here for more information on how to set up, amend or cancel a standing order with online banking

A Direct Debit is a way to make sure all your household bills and other regular outgoings are paid on time.

It allows companies to instruct your bank to transfer money from your account to theirs. The amount transferred is decided between yourself and the company during the set up process. The Direct Debit is then paid to the company by the bank on an agreed date,

Direct Debits are often used to pay things like gas, water, electricity and council tax bills. All Direct Debits are protected by Direct Debit Guarantee Scheme.

Click here for more information on how to set up, amend or cancel a Direct Debit with online banking