Open an HSBC Bank Account Online 24/7

Opening a new bank account online – anytime, anywhere

Apply in 10mins. Authenticate yourself 24/7 at Self-Service Machines. Activate your debit card.

Get it all done in these 3 simple steps.

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Open an HSBC Bank Account Online 24/7

3 steps to opening a new bank account online with us

Choose an account which is right for you Check Eligibility for opening an account

Apply

Complete a simple 5-step application form and receive a confirmation email within 10 minutes.

Authenticate

Confirm your identity at our branch service counters or at the Self-Service Machines which are available 24/7 at selected branches in Klang Valley. Please bring your MyKad along for authentication purpose.

Activate

Your debit card will be sent by post or you may request it at any HSBC branch. Then, activate your debit card and register for online banking to enjoy banking on the go.

To get started, let's find the right accounts for you

HSBC Everyday Global Account

Open in Ringgit Malaysia and access 10 additional foreign currencies in one account^*
Enjoy convenient 24/7 currency conversions with real-time exchange rates via online and mobile banking^*
Make foreign currency purchases and cash withdrawals overseas from your account directly with your HSBC Everyday Global Visa Debit Card

^*Terms and conditions apply

(i) Eligibility criteria apply

No minimum balance requirement

Instant Apply for Everyday Global Account This link will open in a new window

HSBC Premier Everyday Global Account

Additional benefits

Get your family^* recognised as an HSBC Premier customer worldwide.
Open an overseas account^* while you are in Malaysia & make fee-free, instantaneous global money transfer^*.
We are ready to assist all levels of investors to achieve your financial goals with our Wealth Specialist and services.

^*Terms and Conditions apply

(i) Eligibility:

Total Relationship Balance² of RM200,000 or more.

Instant Apply for Premier Everyday Global Account This link will open in a new window

HSBC Advance Everyday Global Account

Additional benefits

Advance Managers to help plan your financial goals
Instant global transfers¹ between HSBC accounts worldwide
Priority service for branch counter services

(i) Eligibility criteria apply

Min Total Relationship Balance² of RM30,000 or sign up for an HSBC Home Loan of RM300,000 and above

Instant Apply for Advance Everyday Global Account This link will open in a new window

Basic Savings Account

A no-frills savings account of which interest is calculated daily and paid monthly
No monthly account fee
8 complimentary ATM transactions per month at any of our ATM machines
Easy access to complimentary monthly e-statement, fund transfer and bill payment via HSBC Online and Mobile Banking

(i) Eligibility criteria apply

Instant Apply for Basic Savings Account This link will open in a new window

Tips to complete your online application form

Eligibility checking page of online application form

1. You must not have any existing banking relationships with HSBC/HSBC Amanah to be eligible for online account opening.

If you are an existing HSBC/HSBC Amanah customer, please visit your nearest branch to assist you with account opening.

Checking list of your details in online application form

2. 3 simple steps to complete the paperless online application.

Please have the following personal details ready so that you can complete the form in minutes:

MyKad number
Current and previous residential addresses
Employment details such as business address

1. You must not have any existing banking relationships with HSBC/HSBC Amanah to be eligible for online account opening.

If you are an existing HSBC/HSBC Amanah customer, please visit your nearest branch to assist you with account opening.

2. 3 simple steps to complete the paperless online application.

Please have the following personal details ready so that you can complete the form in minutes:

MyKad number
Current and previous residential addresses
Employment details such as business address

Step 1 of online application form, Personal details

1. Do ensure that you fill in your details correctly as these are very important for account opening verification and creation.

Do share with us your VALID and ACTIVE email address, through which you will be receiving your confirmation of this application.

Step 1 of online application form. Input field of full name, title and first names.

2. What do first name and last name mean?

First name = your given name
Last name = your surname/family name

Step 2 of online application form, contact details

1. Do share with us your VALID and ACTIVE mobile number, through which you will be receiving important information from us.

Example: +60 124567891

Step 2 of online application form, current residential address and permanent address

2. Current residential address = Where do you currently stay?

Permanent address = Where do you intend to stay permanently? Is it different from your current residential address?

Step 3 of online application form, Financial details

1. Select from dropdown list that best describes your employment status, e.g. Private section employees

Step 3 of online application form, input fields of role, job title, business name and country/region

2. Role^* = Are you a business owner / key controller / employee?

Select from dropdown list that best describes your responsibility at work

Job title^*= What is your job designation that’s printed on your name card?

Business name^* = What is your company full name?

Country/region, address^* = What is your company address?

Step 3 of online application form, correspondence address

3. Do select and confirm whether you would like us to deliver important documents to your current residential or work address^*

^*Only applicable if you are currently employed

Step 4 of online application form, using your account

1. Fund in or place your initial deposit to activate your new account.

A quick and instant way to fund in or place initial deposit into your new account is via Fund Transfer from other banks.
Otherwise, do visit your nearest HSBC branch to perform cash deposit.

Step 5 of online application form, review

1. Verify all your details.

Tap on “Edit” if you wish to return to a specific section to amend your information.

Step 5 of online application form, declaration

2. You are required to open and read each of the document under declaration.

Tap on the red-circled buttons to view and read the respective document.

Step 5 of online application form, confirm on information

3. You are required to check and confirm that you have read all the information provided.

Check the red-circled box. Tap on “Submit” button once you are done.

Tips to completing biometric verification at Self-Service Machines

Self-Service Machines are available in the self-service lobby at branches below:

HSBC Kepong
HSBC KL Main
HSBC Klang
HSBC Petaling Jaya
HSBC Subang Jaya
HSBC Amanah Bangsar
HSBC Amanah Cheras South
HSBC Amanah Kota Damansara
HSBC Amanah Maluri
HSBC Amanah Wangsa Maju

For other locations, you may find your nearest HSBC or HSBC Amanah branch here.

1. Use your MyKad and thumbprint to confirm your identity when the scanner lights up.

Please your thumb on the thumbprint scanner

2. Once your identity is verified, your account will be created and your debit card will be sent to you via post within 3-6 days. Do take note of your account number for future reference.

Receiving the debit card via post within 3 to 6 days

3. Don't forget to retrieve your MyKad after you're done creating your account.

1. Use your MyKad and thumbprint to confirm your identity when the scanner lights up.

2. Once your identity is verified, your account will be created and your debit card will be sent to you via post within 3-6 days. Do take note of your account number for future reference.

3. Don't forget to retrieve your MyKad after you're done creating your account.

Click here to find out the next steps should you encounter issues during biometric verification at Self-Service Machines.

Things you should know

Before you apply online, please check the following:
- You're not an existing HSBC customer or HSBC Amanah customer
- You're aged 18 or above
- You're a Malaysian citizen with a valid MyKad
- You're applying for a sole account
- If you don't meet these criteria, please visit us in branch
Member of Perbadanan Insurans Deposit Malaysia

Protected by Perbadanan Insurans Deposit Malaysia up to RM250,000 for each depositor^*

^*Click here for more details on PIDM protection.

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Frequently asked questions

Read the FAQ of digital account opening

¹For HSBC Premier or HSBC Advance customers only.

²Total Relationship Balance includes any: Deposits in Current Account, Savings Account, Time Deposits, Term Deposits, and/ or investments in Unit Trust Funds/ Shariah-compliant Unit Trust funds, Structured Investments, Dual Currency Investments and/or Direct Retail bond, and/or Cash value from Family Takaful/Life Insurance products with Investment-linked and savings components.

Opening a new bank account online – anytime, anywhere

3 steps to opening a new bank account online with us

To get started, let's find the right accounts for you

HSBC Everyday Global Account

HSBC Premier Everyday Global Account

HSBC Advance Everyday Global Account

Basic Savings Account

Tips to complete your online application form

Check Eligibility

Personal Details

Contact Details

Financial Details

Using Your Account

Review

Tips to completing biometric verification at Self-Service Machines

Steps to complete identity verification at Self-Service Machine

Things you should know

Frequently asked questions

Important notes:

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