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class=\"sh-card-icon\">\r\n              <i class=\"fa-solid fa-building-columns\"><\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-card-badge\">Section 03<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <h3 class=\"sh-card-title\">Hong Kong Financial Infrastructure<\/h3>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"sh-card-desc\">\r\n          Operate through one of Asia's established financial centres and connect your business with international markets.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Section 4 -->\r\n      <div class=\"sh-feature-card\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <div class=\"sh-card-header\">\r\n            <div class=\"sh-card-icon\">\r\n              <i class=\"fa-solid fa-briefcase\"><\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-card-badge\">Section 04<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <h3 class=\"sh-card-title\">Professional Corporate Banking<\/h3>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"sh-card-desc\">\r\n          Access 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<div class=\"pricing-inner\">\r\n    <div class=\"pricing-eyebrow-wrap\"><span class=\"pricing-eyebrow\">Corporate Banking<\/span><\/div>\r\n    <h2 class=\"pricing-title\">Business Accounts in Hong Kong<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"pricing-subtext\">Expert assistance to secure your corporate bank account. 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class=\"ssm-card-desc\">We first review your company structure, business activities, ownership, expected transactions, and banking requirements.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Step 02 (Right) -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-timeline-row ssm-row-right\">\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-node\">02<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-content-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-card-meta\">\r\n            <div class=\"ssm-card-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-folder-open\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"ssm-card-step-label\">Step 02<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <h3 class=\"ssm-card-title\">Prepare Your Documents<\/h3>\r\n          <p class=\"ssm-card-desc\">We help you organise the information and supporting documents commonly required during corporate bank account onboarding.<\/p>\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-sub-text\">\r\n            <i class=\"fa-solid fa-circle-info\"><\/i> Banks can have different requirements, so additional documents or information may be requested during the application process.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Step 03 (Left) -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-timeline-row ssm-row-left\">\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-node\">03<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-content-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-card-meta\">\r\n            <div class=\"ssm-card-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-diagram-project\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"ssm-card-step-label\">Step 03<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <h3 class=\"ssm-card-title\">Select a Suitable Banking Route<\/h3>\r\n          <p class=\"ssm-card-desc\">Based on your business profile and requirements, we help you understand the available banking options and application process.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Step 04 (Right) -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-timeline-row ssm-row-right\">\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-node\">04<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-content-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-card-meta\">\r\n            <div class=\"ssm-card-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-paper-plane\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"ssm-card-step-label\">Step 04<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <h3 class=\"ssm-card-title\">Submit Your Application<\/h3>\r\n          <p class=\"ssm-card-desc\">Your corporate banking application is prepared and submitted according to the selected bank's requirements.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Step 05 (Left) -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-timeline-row ssm-row-left\">\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-node\">05<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-content-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-card-meta\">\r\n            <div class=\"ssm-card-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-shield-halved\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"ssm-card-step-label\">Step 05<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <h3 class=\"ssm-card-title\">Complete Bank Due Diligence<\/h3>\r\n          <p class=\"ssm-card-desc\">The bank may ask questions or request additional information about your business, ownership, source of funds, customers, suppliers, or expected transactions.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Step 06 (Right) -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-timeline-row ssm-row-right\">\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-node\">06<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-content-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-card-meta\">\r\n            <div class=\"ssm-card-icon\"><i class=\"fa-solid fa-circle-check\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"ssm-card-step-label\">Step 06<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <h3 class=\"ssm-card-title\">Account Opening<\/h3>\r\n          <p class=\"ssm-card-desc\">Once the bank completes its internal review and approves the application, your business can proceed with the relevant corporate banking arrangements.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  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Commonly requested information includes:<\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"sh-doc-list\">\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"sh-doc-item\">\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <div class=\"sh-doc-summary-left\">\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-num\">1<\/span>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-question\">Corporate Governance Documents<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <span class=\"sh-doc-plus\">+<\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n        <div class=\"sh-doc-answer\">Includes your official Certificate of Incorporation, valid Business Registration Certificate (BRC), and Articles of Association (AoA) proving statutory standing.<\/div>\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"sh-doc-item\">\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <div class=\"sh-doc-summary-left\">\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-num\">2<\/span>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-question\">Ownership & Governance Verification<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <span class=\"sh-doc-plus\">+<\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n        <div class=\"sh-doc-answer\">Detailed company ownership information, identification for all directors and shareholders, and complete beneficial ownership information (UBO register).<\/div>\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"sh-doc-item\">\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <div class=\"sh-doc-summary-left\">\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-num\">3<\/span>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-question\">Proof of Residential Address<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <span class=\"sh-doc-plus\">+<\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n        <div class=\"sh-doc-answer\">Recent utility bills, bank statements, or official government correspondence verifying the personal residential addresses of ultimate beneficial owners and directors.<\/div>\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"sh-doc-item\">\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <div class=\"sh-doc-summary-left\">\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-num\">4<\/span>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-question\">Business Plan & Activity Details<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <span class=\"sh-doc-plus\">+<\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n        <div class=\"sh-doc-answer\">A comprehensive business plan or company profile detailing core business activities, target markets, operational model, and commercial background.<\/div>\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"sh-doc-item\">\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <div class=\"sh-doc-summary-left\">\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-num\">5<\/span>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-question\">Expected Transaction Information<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <span class=\"sh-doc-plus\">+<\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n        <div class=\"sh-doc-answer\">Projections of monthly transaction volume, expected turnover, primary countries of incoming\/outgoing payments, and expected currency requirements.<\/div>\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"sh-doc-item\">\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <div class=\"sh-doc-summary-left\">\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-num\">6<\/span>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-question\">Source of Funds Information<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <span class=\"sh-doc-plus\">+<\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n        <div class=\"sh-doc-answer\">Documentation confirming the origin of initial capital deposits and ongoing funding sources (e.g., personal bank statements, existing corporate accounts, or investor capital).<\/div>\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n      <details class=\"sh-doc-item\">\r\n        <summary>\r\n          <div class=\"sh-doc-summary-left\">\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-num\">7<\/span>\r\n            <span class=\"sh-doc-question\">Information About Customers and Suppliers<\/span>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <span class=\"sh-doc-plus\">+<\/span>\r\n        <\/summary>\r\n        <div class=\"sh-doc-answer\">Proof of business operations, including major customer and supplier details, sample contracts, signed agreements, proforma invoices, or bill of lading records.<\/div>\r\n      <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <!-- HKMA Compliance Guidance Note -->\r\n    <div class=\"sh-doc-note\">\r\n      <strong>Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) Note:<\/strong> Banks do not use an identical checklist for account opening. 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<\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"ssm-accordion\">\r\n      \r\n      <!-- FAQ 1 -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-accordion-item\">\r\n        <button class=\"ssm-accordion-header\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-1\">\r\n          <span class=\"ssm-accordion-text\">Can a foreigner open a corporate bank account in Hong Kong?<\/span>\r\n          <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus ssm-accordion-icon\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-accordion-content\" id=\"faq-ans-1\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-accordion-inner\">\r\n            Foreign entrepreneurs can establish companies and seek corporate banking services in Hong Kong. However, bank account approval is subject to the individual bank's requirements, customer due diligence, and risk assessment.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 2 -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-accordion-item\">\r\n        <button class=\"ssm-accordion-header\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-2\">\r\n          <span class=\"ssm-accordion-text\">Do I need a Hong Kong company before opening a corporate bank account?<\/span>\r\n          <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus ssm-accordion-icon\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-accordion-content\" id=\"faq-ans-2\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-accordion-inner\">\r\n            Generally, a company should be incorporated and registered before applying for a Hong Kong corporate bank account. InvestHK states that businesses should complete registration and incorporation before applying for a company bank account.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 3 -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-accordion-item\">\r\n        <button class=\"ssm-accordion-header\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-3\">\r\n          <span class=\"ssm-accordion-text\">Can a Hong Kong company have foreign directors or shareholders?<\/span>\r\n          <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus ssm-accordion-icon\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-accordion-content\" id=\"faq-ans-3\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-accordion-inner\">\r\n            Yes. Hong Kong corporate banking applications can involve companies with overseas directors or beneficial owners. Banks may request additional information to understand the business and its ownership structure.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 4 -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-accordion-item\">\r\n        <button class=\"ssm-accordion-header\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-4\">\r\n          <span class=\"ssm-accordion-text\">How long does Hong Kong corporate bank account opening take?<\/span>\r\n          <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus ssm-accordion-icon\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-accordion-content\" id=\"faq-ans-4\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-accordion-inner\">\r\n            Processing times vary depending on the bank, company structure, documentation, and due diligence required. Some applications may require additional information or internal review before a decision is made.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 5 -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-accordion-item\">\r\n        <button class=\"ssm-accordion-header\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-5\">\r\n          <span class=\"ssm-accordion-text\">Is bank account approval guaranteed?<\/span>\r\n          <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus ssm-accordion-icon\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-accordion-content\" id=\"faq-ans-5\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-accordion-inner\">\r\n            No. Bank account opening is subject to the selected bank's internal policies, due diligence procedures, and approval. SetupHero can assist with preparation and coordination but cannot guarantee approval.\r\n          <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- FAQ 6 -->\r\n      <div class=\"ssm-accordion-item\">\r\n        <button class=\"ssm-accordion-header\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-ans-6\">\r\n          <span class=\"ssm-accordion-text\">What documents are required to open a Hong Kong business bank account?<\/span>\r\n          <i class=\"fa-solid fa-plus ssm-accordion-icon\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n        <div class=\"ssm-accordion-content\" id=\"faq-ans-6\">\r\n          <div class=\"ssm-accordion-inner\">\r\n            Requirements vary between banks. 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Get your corporate bank account opened smoothly with our guaranteed introduction service and pre-screening.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <p class=\"sh-cta-tags\">HSBC &nbsp;\u00b7&nbsp; ZA Bank &nbsp;\u00b7&nbsp; Airwallex &nbsp;\u00b7&nbsp; Multi-Currency<\/p>\r\n    \r\n    <div class=\"sh-cta-btn-group\">\r\n      <a href=\"#\" class=\"sh-cta-btn sh-cta-btn-primary sh-popup-trigger\">\r\n        <i class=\"fa-solid fa-rocket\"><\/i> Get Started\r\n      <\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"\/contact\" class=\"sh-cta-btn sh-cta-btn-secondary sh-calendly-trigger\">\r\n        <i class=\"fa-solid fa-calendar-check\"><\/i> Schedule a Call\r\n      <\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"sh-cta-footer\">Bank account opening is subject to the bank's internal compliance and KYC checks. 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