How can I open a savings account?

How can I open a savings account?

Thank you for your interest to apply for our banking services. To open an account, please download the Airstar Bank App via your mobile phone App stores. Just by following the instructions to fill in some basic information to facilitate the operation of your account in future, you will complete opening an Airstar Bank account in a short while.

Requirement on mobile phone are able to download Airstar Bank Mobile App: iPhone models with iOS 15.5 or above, and smart phones with android operating system 7.0 or above support Airstar Bank mobile application. Airstar Bank mobile application currently does not support certain Nokia devices with Android operating system 12.0 (including Nokia 3.4 or 5.4 mobile phones).

 

What are the requirements for visitors in Hong Kong to open an account?

"1. Aged 18 or above
2. Physically present in Hong Kong at the time of account opening application
3. Holder of original and valid Resident Identity Card of the People's Republic of China
4. Having and provide a valid Hong Kong or Chinese Mainland mobile phone number for receiving SMS and identity authentication.
5. To provide a valid entry and exit record documents downloaded from National Immigration Administration (if required)"

 

Do I need to come to Hong Kong in person to open an account?

You need to come to Hong Kong in person to open an account. Airstar Bank is a licensed bank in Hong Kong and can only provide account opening service in Hong Kong for people with valid identity documents.

 

How can I check the progress of my account opening?

You can log in to the Airstar Bank app to check the progress, or contact our Customer Service Officer at 24-hour Banking Hotline (852)3718 1818 for assistance.

 

Do I need to deposit money in the account after opening an account?

There is no minimum deposit requirement to open an Airstar Bank account.

 

How long do I have to stay in Hong Kong after opening an account?

You only need to be in Hong Kong at the time of account opening application and submission of the application.

 

What banking services can I enjoy after opening an account?

Major services include:
1. Multi-currency savings account for HKD, CNY, USD
2. Savings deposit
3. Time deposit
4. 24 x 7 inward remittance
5. 24 x 7 exchange of foreign currencies
6. Faster Payment System
At present, loan services are not supported for visitors in Hong Kong.

 

Is there any fees for opening an account?

There are no fees for opening an account.