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HSBC Debit Card

Internationally accepted and a more secure way of making payment, both local and overseas.

HSBC Visa Debit Card

Enhanced with Visa payWave, you can now shop, travel and dine with ease at home or while away. Simply tap and go, wherever you may be.

HSBC Everday Global Account

An everyday account for everyday rewards, every step of the way.

Card activation

Before you can use your PIN-enabled debit card, it will need to be activated. The debit card is issued inactive for security purposes. Please ensure your mobile number is registered with us to enable this process.

To activate your HSBC Visa Debit Card, follow the steps below.

  • Step 1 Call us at +603 8321 8999, our 24 hours Automated Card Activation and PIN Hotline.
  • Step 2 Select "2" for Debit Card PIN.
  • Step 3 Enter the 16 digits of the Debit Card number.
  • Step 4 A one-Time 6-digit security code send to your registered Mobile Number.
  • Step 5 Enter the 6 digits security code to complete your PIN creation. You can start using the card upon receiving a confirmation SMS.

The importance of PIN

PIN (Personal Identification Number) is a 6 digits password of your choice that will be used to authorise transactions. With the new PIN-enabled Debit Card, your security is enhanced as your 6 digits PIN will be required for ATM cash withdrawals and retail transactions at PIN-enabled terminals.

Daily purchase limit and daily ATM cash withdrawal limits

The following are the respective default daily purchase limit and ATM cash withdrawal limit of your HSBC Visa Debit Card. Should you choose to increase or decrease the daily purchase limit for your HSBC Visa Debit Card, please call us or visit any of our HSBC branches.

Daily Debit Card limit - purchasing and withdrawal
Debit card type
Purchase limit (RM) - By default
Purchase limit (RM) - Option to increase to
Daily ATM cash withdrawal limit (RM)
HSBC Visa Debit Card
3,000
20,000
5,000
HSBC Advance Visa Debit Card
3,000
20,000
5,000
HSBC Premier Visa Debit Card 3,000 50,000 5,000
Daily Debit Card limit - purchasing and withdrawal
Debit card type
HSBC Visa Debit Card
Purchase limit (RM) - By default
3,000
Purchase limit (RM) - Option to increase to
20,000
Daily ATM cash withdrawal limit (RM)
5,000
Debit card type
HSBC Advance Visa Debit Card
Purchase limit (RM) - By default
3,000
Purchase limit (RM) - Option to increase to
20,000
Daily ATM cash withdrawal limit (RM)
5,000
Debit card type
HSBC Premier Visa Debit Card
Purchase limit (RM) - By default
3,000
Purchase limit (RM) - Option to increase to
50,000
Daily ATM cash withdrawal limit (RM)
5,000

Using your HSBC Visa Debit Card

Making purchases

Internationally accepted and a more secure way of making payment, both local and overseas. Visa payWave is a fast, easy and convenient way to make everyday purchases quickly and safely with just a tap of your contactless-enabled card. Make purchases in-store, online, by phone, via mail-order and pay bills.

Payment platform

Your HSBC Visa Debit Card supports two (2) Debit Card brands - MyDebit, which only applies within Malaysia and Singapore, Visa, which allows both overseas and local transactions.

Withdrawing cash at ATMs

You can withdraw cash at any HSBC ATM and ATMs that display the MEPS, HOUSe and Visa logos. You may set your own withdrawal limit based on your lifestyle and preferences. Get up to RM5,000 daily ATM withdrawal limit for HSBC Advance, Premier and Visa Debit Cards. Just insert your card and enter your card PIN to complete the withdrawal. Fees and charges may apply.

Withdrawing cash at the participating merchant’s point-of-sale terminals

You can now withdraw cash domestically at the participating merchant’s point-of-sale terminals that display the MyDebit Cash Out logo or VISA Cash Out decals when making payments for your purchases with HSBC Visa Debit Card. You may set your preferred MyDebit Cash Out or VISA Cash Out limit which forms part of your daily purchase limit by visiting any HSBC branch or calling our Contact Centre.

SMS alerts

Receive fast and accurate SMS Alerts on your HSBC Visa Debit Card transactions to help you monitor your account activity and safeguard yourself against unauthorised transactions. If you wish to have the SMS Alerts sent to you for purchase transactions at or above a certain threshold amount or to deactivate the SMS Alerts, please call us or visit any local HSBC branch for assistance.

Reporting incorrect transactions and disputes

If you suspect any unauthorised activity on your HSBC Visa Debit Card, you must contact HSBC Call Centre immediately, which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To dispute a transaction, you must report the transaction within 60 days from the transaction date and we will investigate it. For more information, go to HSBC Card Dispute Form.

Replacing an HSBC Visa Debit Card

Contact HSBC Call Centre immediately if your HSBC Visa Debit Card is lost or stolen. The reported card will be cancelled by us and a new card will be issued to you at your local HSBC branch.

Card replacement contact numbers
Replacing card
Malaysia
Overseas
HSBC Visa Debit Card
HSBC Advance Visa Debit Card
1300 88 1388
+603 8321 5400
HSBC Premier Visa Debit Card
1300 88 9393
+603 8321 5208
Card replacement contact numbers
Replacing card
HSBC Visa Debit Card
HSBC Advance Visa Debit Card
Malaysia
1300 88 1388
Overseas
+603 8321 5400
Replacing card
HSBC Premier Visa Debit Card
Malaysia
1300 88 9393
Overseas
+603 8321 5208

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Cardholders' responsibilities

Do

  • Abide by the terms and conditions for the use of debit card.
  • Notify HSBC immediately for any lost or stolen cards.
  • Notify HSBC immediately if you receive SMS transactions alerts on any unauthorised transactions.
  • Notify the card issuer immediately of any changes in the cardholder's contact number.
  • Keep your debit card in a secured place.
  • Use the debit card responsibly, including not using the debit card for unlawful activity.
  • Remember to retrieve your debit card after performing transactions at any self-service machines e.g. ATM, self-service petrol pump stations and any retail outlets.
  • Check the account statement and report any discrepancy without undue delay.

Don't

  • Leave your debit card unattended.
  • Respond to any unauthorised person on your debit card details via SMS, phone calls or emails.
  • Attend to any unusual calls especially from someone claimed to be a Bank Negara officer as such.
  • Disclose your debit Card details and PIN to any other person or third party.
  • Write PIN details on your debit card or keep your PIN details near your debit card.
  • Use an easily identified numbers as your PIN eg. IC / license numbers, telephone numbers or birth date.
  • Allow any other person or third party to use your debit card for any reason.

Terms and conditions

The Debit Card Terms and Conditions are in the Generic Terms and Conditions which is part of the Universal Terms and Conditions. All cardholders are to abide by the terms and conditions for the use of HSBC Visa Debit Card.

HSBC Everyday Global Visa Debit Card

Everyday Global Visa Debit Card face
Advance Everyday Global Visa Debit Card face
Mass Everyday Global Visa Debit Card face

Enjoy outstanding value with the HSBC Everyday Global Account1, your global all in one bank account in your pocket that's ideal for:

  • Everyday Rewards
    Unlock everyday rewards and enjoy more savings
  • Everyday Banking
    Pay bills, deposit & transfer your salary with the convenience of a single account with zero account fees
  • Multicurrency convenience
    Buy, save, transfer and spend  in 11 currencies including RM
  • Shop and Travel
    Flexibility to pay like a local in the 11 currencies with no hidden fees2

How does your HSBC Everyday Global Visa Debit Card work?

Shopping cart with dollar sign illustration

Purchase an item in foreign currency.

Cash and money illustration

If you make a USD100 purchase, we’ll deduct USD100 from your HSBC Everyday Global Account*, with no hidden charges.

Transaction machine illustration

If you don’t have enough foreign currency in your account, we’ll convert it and you’ll be charged in Ringgit Malaysia.

Important things:

Activate your HSBC Everyday Global Visa Debit Card by calling our 24-hour Automated Card Activation Hotline at +603 8321 8999. You must activate your card at a local HSBC ATM machine in Malaysia prior to overseas HSBC ATM withdrawal.

  • In some situations, the merchant may process your transaction and bill you in another currency other than the original transacted currency. Review the currency and billing amount in the merchant's check-out section or invoice. 
  • There may be gains or losses when you convert currency. You are advised to make an independent judgment with respect to any matter contained herein. We are not liable for any delay in effecting such conversions, instructions or transactions.

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.

1Protected by Perbadanan Insurans Deposit Malaysia up to RM250,000 for each depositor. The supported Foreign Currency Accounts will be opened automatically by the following working day.

2Applicable to successful retail purchases, online shopping and cash withdrawals performed with Visa Debit Card in the currencies that are supported in the account only.   For supported currencies: If you do not have sufficient foreign currency account balance to complete a transaction, we will convert your transaction amount at the prevailing rate as determined by the bank and bill you in Ringgit Malaysia. For other currencies: The entire transaction amount shall be converted at the prevailing rate as determined by Visa International and billed to you in Ringgit Malaysia, except for cash withdrawals performed via HSBC Group ATMs (GATS) which the withdrawn amount will be automatically converted to Ringgit Malaysia at the prevailing rate as determined by the bank.

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