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Foreign exchange

Get access to easy FX solutions. Check the latest foreign currency exchange rates in real-time online.

Looking to capitalise on foreign exchange rate fluctuations online

Our foreign exchange (or commonly known as forex) solutions are designed to help no matter if you're interested in investing in foreign currencies, or need to send money abroad.

If you're looking to invest, you should know that forex is the world's most traded investment market.

Whether you're an expert or novice investor, our foreign exchange services can help you make the most out of your money.

Check, track and chart FX rates here 1

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You are eligible to apply for an Everyday Global account on the HSBC Singapore app if you currently don't have an HSBC Credit Card, Insurance, Bank Account

Latest offers

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Limited rewards up for grabs!

Introducing our year-long FX promotional campaign, where we reward 300 customers every quarter for their FX transactions.

To qualify:

  • Have a minimum of 3 eligible FX transactions
  • Reach a minimum of SGD20,000 in FX transactions
  • Existing/new customer residing in Singapore with a local mobile number

 

First 300 customers who fulfil all 3 criteria within the required promotion period will be rewarded during the respective quarter of our promotional campaign

Please check the full terms & conditions of this promotion.

In addition, don’t miss out on our FX Loyalty Pricing Programme which allows you to get up to 40% off FX markup margins when you transact FX via Everyday Global Account Transfers, HSBC branches and Worldwide Transfers.

FX Loyalty Pricing Programme

HSBC Foreign Exchange (FX) Loyalty Pricing is a multi-tiered pricing programme based on the FX transaction amount you've accumulated during the transactional period. That means the more you exchange, the better pricing you'll get.
Tier Accumulated FX transaction amount(SGD)
Entitled FX Discount
Bronze 19,999.99 and below None
Silver 20,000 – 99,999.99 15%
Gold 100,000 – 499,999.99 25%
Platinum 500,000 and above 40%
HSBC Foreign Exchange (FX) Loyalty Pricing is a multi-tiered pricing programme based on the FX transaction amount you've accumulated during the transactional period. That means the more you exchange, the better pricing you'll get.
Tier Bronze
Accumulated FX transaction amount(SGD)
19,999.99 and below
Entitled FX Discount None
Tier Silver
Accumulated FX transaction amount(SGD)
20,000 – 99,999.99
Entitled FX Discount 15%
Tier Gold
Accumulated FX transaction amount(SGD)
100,000 – 499,999.99
Entitled FX Discount 25%
Tier Platinum
Accumulated FX transaction amount(SGD)
500,000 and above
Entitled FX Discount 40%

For more details, visit our FX Loyalty Pricing page.

FX Expertise at your fingertips all with a single log in on HSBC Singapore app

Whether you have a kid studying abroad, have an overseas mortgage, sending money to family or simply preparing to travel the world, now is one of the best times to do so with HSBC.

Our FX service is now integrated within the same HSBC Mobile app that you use to view your finances, invest and more, making it even more seamless and convenient.

You can manage your recent and past transactions more efficiently and repeat them with just a one touch access.

And with the FX Order Watch, the FX market never sleeps and we enhanced this FX facility to help create that seamless journey for you.

Once you set the target FX rate, we do the heavy lifting of tracking how it moves while you rest and put your time to use more effectively.

  1. Log in & tap on either the 'Wealth' tab or the Pay and transfer' tab.
  2. Select "Foreign exchange" and you can check the real time preferential FX rates.
  3. To set up your target rate to set up FXOW / FX Rate Alerts, tap on "Set your target rate" and continue the journey; and if you wish to cancel FXOW / FX Rate Alert, and continue the journey.

Foreign exchange services

FX Order Watch

Set your own target FX rate to convert funds automatically. Plus, get alerts when your designated FX rate is reached.

Global View and Global Transfer

See all your HSBC accounts in one place. Plus, make instant transfers between any global HSBC account now.

Foreign currency accounts

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Everyday Global Account & Debit Card

Manage all your foreign currency deposits with a single account that gives you access to up to 11 different currencies. Introducing the new HSBC Everyday Global Debit Card2, a multi-currency debit card that lets you stretch your dollar wherever you are. 

  • $0 FX fee3 in 10 currencies for your retail purchase, online shopping and cash withdrawal.
  • $0 overseas cash withdrawal fee4 across all ATMs worldwide.
  • Take control of your spend by converting5 foreign currencies at your preferred rate.

FX expertise at your fingertips

Looking for an easier way to manage your foreign currencies? Experience a brand new way to meet all your FX needs anytime, anywhere with HSBC Singapore app.

  • Set alerts or auto-conversions at your preferred rate
  • Control your FX conversion rates by setting alerts or auto-conversions at your preferred rate with FX Order Watch
  • Easy currency conversion, perform transfers between all your HSBC accounts worldwide

Frequently asked questions

Disclaimer

1This site provides HSBC's mid-market rates with a 1 minute delay. The rates shown will refresh every 60 seconds. These rates are indicative and are for informational purposes only. They do not reflect tradeable prices on past or future transactions.

2For new Everyday Global accounts opened, a debit card will automatically be issued.

3Applies to successful retail purchase, online shopping and cash withdrawal made via the 10 supported currencies. If you do not have sufficient foreign currencies to complete the transactions, we will convert the transaction at a prevailing rate as determined by the bank and bill you in Singapore dollar.

4For more information, please visit HSBC Everyday Global Debit Card

5There may be a gain or loss when you convert foreign currency.

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