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HSBC GBA Account Opening Service enables you to open a personal Mainland China account without leaving Hong Kong

Under the HSBC GBA Account Opening Service, you can easily use HSBC Hong Kong’s attestation service to open an HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account (“GBA Type II Account”)⁴ and link it to Mainland China's e-wallets. Enjoy seamless convenience in the Greater Bay Area for all expenses and payments!

HSBC GBA Account Opening Service Advantage

Beyond geographical boundary
GBA Type II Account⁴ can be easily opened without leaving Hong Kong through the HSBC GBA Account Opening Service

Simple steps
Use HSBC GBA Account Opening Service to open a GBA Type II Account⁴ in just 3 steps

Travel with ease
Link your Mainland China e-wallet to enjoy a convenient spending experience

Eligibility

Existing HSBC customers with over 6 months relationship

Valid Hong Kong permanent identity card

Valid Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents*

* Valid for at least 3 months. For customer holding Residence permit for Hong Kong and Macau residents only, please contact us for more information

Using HSBC GBA Account Opening Service in 3 Steps

Step 1

Schedule an appointment

Book a visit to our designated branch

Step 2

Visit our branch in HK

Visit branch with your HKID and Mainland Travel Permit and meet our staff for application submission.

Step 3

Activate your account and link with e-wallet

If your application is approved, you'll be notified in a few days. Then, visit our branch to activate your account and link your Mainland China e-wallet.

Make an appointment

Get Started

Learn more about HSBC GBA account opening service in Hong Kong

HSBC Hong Kong Phone: (852) 2233 3000

Learn more about HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account

HSBC China Phone: (+86) 400-920-3827

Meeting us

Make an appointment and let us support your needs

Important information

Important documents

Frequently asked questions

What is a GBA account opening service?

I already had a HBCN account, can I still apply for this HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account?

Any fees to open this HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account?

When will I be able to use the account after submitting the account application?

Where can I apply for this type of account?

Important Notes

HSBC Bank (China) Company Limited (“HSBC China”) was incorporated in Mainland China and its principal place of business is Mainland China. As of December 31, 2023, HSBC China’s paid-up capital and reserves are CNY 60,601,251,000. Deposits made to the account to be opened with HSBC China will be in CNY.
HSBC China is not an authorized institution within the meaning of the Hong Kong Banking Ordinance. HSBC China does not carry on banking business in Hong Kong and does not have a local representative office in Hong Kong. HSBC China is not subject to the supervision of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Any deposit in HSBC China will not be protected by the Hong Kong Deposit Protection Scheme.
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited ( “HSBC Hong Kong”) is providing the attestation service to you at your request to assist you with your application of an account with HSBC China. Any documents provided to you should not be regarded as an advertisement or invitation to you to make a deposit or enter into any agreement to make a deposit. The attestation service provided by HSBC Hong Kong should not be regarded as an advertisement or invitation on behalf of HSBC China to make a deposit or enter into any agreement to make a deposit.
The HSBC China GBA CNY Type II Settlement Account is an account provided by HSBC China. HSBC Hong Kong only provides attestation service. HSBC China has sole and absolute discretion in accepting or rejecting your account opening application.