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Moving abroad and thinking about your credit history?

It can be a hassle when you move and can't bring your credit history along. We recognise the challenge and are here to provide solutions tailored to your international lifestyle.

How can we help build your financial footprint in a new country or region?

Owning a credit card in a new destination can help build a positive credit history and make it easier to rent a home, get a car and make major purchases.

We'll securely access your international credit history

We've partnered with Nova Credit to securely access your credit history from select countries or regions to help apply for a credit card.

This is a free service and seamlessly integrated within the application, ensuring a smoother transition to the UK, UAE or Singapore.

Our Premier customers can unlock a world of opportunity

As a HSBC Premier customer applying for a credit card in a new destination will be easier.

We'll make sure your history with us doesn't get left behind when you move, giving you a truly premier banking experience so you can settle into your new future.

Find out if HSBC offers credit cards in Australia, Hong Kong SAR, India, Singapore, the UAE, UK and USA.

Get ready for your international move

We offer a range of HSBC credit cards around the world[@isw-newcomers-credit-cards-eligibility].

Need overseas accounts?

Simply select your current location and where you would like to open your accounts. We'll then walk you through the steps.

Useful resources

Top things to consider before you arrive to get your finances ready.
All about buying a property in a new country, including getting a mortgage and saving for the deposit.
Choosing the right bank account and using credit cards wisely is all part of the process of moving abroad.

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