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21 October 2026

Updates to HSBC Corporate Card Conditions of Use and Corporate Card Terms and Conditions

With effect from 1 November 2026, HSBC Corporate Card Conditions of Use and related Terms and Conditions will be updated to provide further guidance on the secure use of physical, virtual and mobile cards, including safeguarding card and security credentials, online transaction authentication, and the handling of lost, stolen or compromised cards or credentials.

The updated Conditions of Use can be viewed here and the revised Corporate Card Terms and Conditions can be found here.

2 October 2026

Update to Account Terms following the cessation of SGD corporate cheque

Effective from 1 December 2026, your Account Terms will be updated to address the cessation of SGD corporate cheques. If you have any questions, please contact your HSBC relationship representative.

19 September 2026

Revision to HSBC Trade Services Standard Pricing in Singapore

With effect from 19 October 2026, HSBC Trade Services Standard Pricing will be revised.

View the latest tariff here.

4 September 2026

Cessation of SGD corporate cheques from 1 January 2027

In line with the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s roadmap to sunset SGD corporate cheques, we will cease processing SGD corporate cheques from 1 January 2027.

Click here to read more notices.

View planned maintenance for our banking services here.

HSBC business account opening process for SMEs

Opening an HSBC Corporate account

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Take your next step with us

Apply for a business account online

Keen on banking with us?

Find out more about our account opening process and everything you need to get started

Open a business account in 3 easy steps:

Contact us by submitting the Business Account Enquiry form online.

We will get in touch with you shortly to understand your business requirements.

Our team will assist you in completing the onboarding process to set up your business account.

At HSBC, we are here to support your business as you take it to new heights. Our mission is to provide you with a simpler, faster and safer banking experience.


Account Opening Overview

5 Simple Steps

  • Step 1: Understanding your business
  • Step 2: Document submission
  • Step 3: Business appointment
  • Step 4: Review and account opening
  • Step 5: Account activation

Understanding your business

Here’s an overview of the information we’ll need during the account opening phrase:

  • Identity documents
  • Source of wealth
  • Source of funds

Find out more about HSBC Business Banking for SMEs

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Financing for SMEs

At HSBC, we believe in your vision just as much as you do. Through our lending solutions, we aim to give you access to the funding you need to help you take your business to an even greater level of success.

Dedicated Service and Expertise

Your dedicated Relationship Manager will help you optimise your finances so you can focus on your business.

Client Stories

Learn how these local SMEs owners overcame their challenges, turning opportunities into successful international businesses.

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