Introducing HSBC Expat
As you plan for your life abroad, we'll help to prepare you for your expat experience, before you even move.
An HSBC Expat bank account connects your life abroad with your finances in other parts of the world. It's the one banking relationship you'll always have as an expat, no matter how many times you move.
- Current accounts available in pound sterling, US dollar and euro
- Choose to open additional savings accounts in up to 19 currencies
- Manage foreign currencies and enjoy exclusive rates with our HSBC Expat FX app
- Easy access to your accounts with our mobile banking app, online banking and 24/7 telephone banking
Is HSBC Expat for you?
An HSBC Expat account would benefit you, if:
- You've recently moved or are planning to move abroad
- You work for a multi-national company or expect to move regularly between different countries/regions
- You make regular international payments, or have assets abroad
- You have family abroad, such as children studying overseas
How we can help you
Connecting you to your money
Our 24/7 digital and phone services make it easier for you to manage your money, saving you time when settling into your new home.
Connecting you to expert support
We provide expert support to help you understand the complexities of international banking, including foreign exchange and wealth management.
Connecting you to the expat community
Sharing our insight from the thousands of people already living abroad to help plan your move and settle in as soon as you get there.
Benefits
Eligibility
To join HSBC Expat, you must be 18 years or over, currently reside in an eligible country/region, and meet one of these criteria:
HSBC Premier
- hold a minimum of £50,000 (or currency equivalent) with us
- have a sole salary of £100,000 (or currency equivalent)
- have already qualified for HSBC Premier in another country
HSBC Advance
- hold a minimum of £15,000 (or currency equivalent) with us
- have a sole salary of £30,000 (or currency equivalent)
How to apply
To start your application, please email us with your:
- Full name
- Preferred contact number
- Country/region you're relocating from/to
- Date of relocation
We'll then arrange a call to discuss the application with you. For more information, please email expat.ebs@hsbc.com and we'll get back to you within 2 working days.
Things you should know
Your Expat bank account will be held in Jersey, Channel Islands, a secure offshore jurisdiction and one of the world's leading and best-regulated international finance centres as recognised by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
We may not be able to offer accounts in every country or region.