Opening a business bank account in Hong Kong
Why business accounts take longer than personal ones, and the evidence that moves them along.
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What banks look for
- Company documents (incorporation certificate, business registration, articles, the latest annual return), an ownership chart down to the natural persons, and identity documents for directors, shareholders and signatories.
- Proof that the business is real: contracts, invoices, a website, supplier and customer details, and a plausible description of expected turnover.
Timing and alternatives
- Traditional banks can take several weeks and may ask follow-up questions; virtual banks and licensed payment institutions offer faster business accounts for straightforward profiles.
A note on this guide
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