How to open a bank account in Australia from overseas

To apply for an HSBC Everyday Global Account online, you must:

• Be 16 or older
• Be located in one of the countries or regions listed earlier
• Have a valid reason for opening an Australian account
• Not have an existing account with HSBC Australia

To apply for an HSBC Premier Everyday Global Account online, you must:

• Be 18 or older
• Be located in one of the countries or regions listed earlier
• Have a valid reason for opening an Australian account
• Not have an existing account with HSBC Australia
   

You must also meet one of the following criteria:

• You already hold HSBC Premier status in another country or region OR
• You will maintain regular 'money in' deposits totaling AUD9,000 into your account with HSBC Australia each month OR
• You will maintain a minimum combined balance of AUD150,000 in HSBC Australia transaction, savings[@accounts-premier-savings] or HSBC Invest[@hsbc-invest] accounts

One of our International Banking Specialists will set up a phone appointment to complete the Australian account opening forms with you.

To complete your application, you'll need to provide proof of identity. We accept documents such as your passport, national ID card or driver's licence. You'll need to visit your preferred HSBC branch in your home country to verify your identity document.

Once all your documentation has been verified, your new account will be open in a few days.

If you think you might not have enough time to complete the process before you travel to Australia, you can always open an account by visiting an HSBC branch after you arrive. Find the HSBC branch that's most convenient for you.