Your guide to a new beginning in Singapore
From opening a bank account to finding accommodation and healthcare, these resources will give you some of the essential info you need for a successful start to life in Singapore.
See Priyanka Chopra Jonas help Indian expats settle in
Moving abroad for work is exciting, but setting up in a new country shouldn't mean losing your sense of belonging.
We believe food is a strong bond to where we're from, and a huge part of the belonging that expats miss. So HSBC International teamed up with Priyanka Chopra Jonas to surprise Indian expat families in the UK with a familiar taste of home.
Watch our video to see their reaction as she shares an authentic Indian feast and tells stories of how food connects her to home.
Why bank with HSBC?
- Account set-up before arrivalWhether you are a new or existing customer, we can help you open a bank account before you even arrive in Singapore.
- Automate your bill paymentsMake an immediate payment or schedule recurring or future payments for your utilities and telecommunications bills, taxes and membership fees easily.
- Pay for your preparations with a credit cardOnce you open an account, you can also apply for an HSBC credit card. That way, you can pay your relocation expenses with ease.
- Send money around the worldUse mobile banking, online banking, phone banking or visit a branch to transfer to 200+ countries and territories in more than 40 different currencies.
Resources for living in Singapore
Guide to moving to Singapore
Settle in to your new home faster with our relocation checklist.
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Get started with an HSBC Singapore account
If you've just arrived in Singapore, compare some of our most popular savings, current and time deposit accounts, as well as FX services to find the right one for you.
HSBC Everyday Global Account
Introducing a multi-currency account that meets your transactional needs in up to 11 different currencies.
HSBC Premier
Get tailored wealth management services and banking support for you and your loved ones, wherever you are in the world.
Get up to SGD38,000 as a welcome gift when you join HSBC Premier.
HSBC Advance Credit Card
A simple and hassle-free cashback card.
Ready to open an account?
If you're moving to Singapore from overseas, you can apply for an account online, on our mobile banking app, by phone or in person.
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