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Offshore Bank Account

A flexible international current account, for day to day banking.

  • Available in sterling, US dollars or euro
  • 24 hour phone and internet banking - Info
  • If you are or become a Premier Customer, you qualify for even better rates and our limited Bonus Saver account
  • Internationally accepted debit card in sterling or US dollars - Info
  • Chequebook in sterling or euro
  • International money transfers at reduced rates (via Internet Banking)
  • Regular payments by standing order
  • No account opening fee*
  • Minimum balance £5000, US$ 10000, or €10000

Click here to Apply for an Offshore Bank Account Apply for an Offshore Bank Account

*There's no account opening fee for our Offshore Bank Account. However a minimum relationship balance of £25,000 (or currency equivalent) must be maintained, to prevent a £20 monthly service charge from being applied to your account. Click here for more information.

IN DETAIL...

An Offshore Bank Account is usually the starting point for customers with international or offshore banking requirements. You can use it to:

  • Manage your day to day finances from anywhere in the world
  • Make payments on your HSBC credit cards, investments, loans or UK mortgages

Competitive interest rates

Interest on the Offshore Bank Account is paid without deduction of tax**. No interest is payable if the balance falls below the minimum account opening balance. Interest Rates with the size of your deposit.

24 hour phone and internet banking

You can bank from any time zone with 24 hour internet and phone banking.

Register for Internet Banking and you'll be able to:

  • View balances and statements for your accounts and HSBC Bank plc credit cards online
  • Make free bill payments (to UK beneficiaries)
  • Enjoy reduced rates on international money transfers

Sterling and US dollar debit cards

These cards offer a convenient, secure way of accessing the money in your Offshore Bank Account, wherever you are. Use them to:

  • Pay for goods and services worldwide
  • Withdraw money from cash machines worldwide.

**All interest is currently paid gross. However, if you are residing in the EU, credit interest may be subject to a retention tax. As an alternative, you can opt to have your account details reported ultimately to your local tax authority. Learn more

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