Proof of identity
We accept any one of the following certified true documents** as proof of identity. These documents should be pre-signed and bear a photograph of the applicant:-

(1) Passport (Current and valid) - Certified by A Embassy official
(2) Hong Kong Identity Card
(3) China SAR Multi-Entry Permit
(4) China Identity Card
(5) National ID card bearing the photograph and signature
(6) Taiwan Identity Card

If you are going to open a corporate bank account in Hong Kong, only (1) to (3) above is accepted for bank account opening. If using (3) above, the expiry of the permit must be over 1 year and there is no clause to restrict doing business in Hong Kong.

Proof of Residential Address
Please provide any one of the following document (either original or certified true**) as proof of residential address:-
(1) A Bank Account Statement less than three months old
(2) A Bank credit card Statement less than three months old
(3) Utility bill (gas, electricity, water, telephone or cable TV etc..) in less than three months old
(4) Other accepted proof of residential address

Reference Letter
Please provide any one of the following documents in original, the reference must be addressed to us or to the Bank in Hong Kong if client is going to open a corporate bank account in Hong Kong:-
(1) Bank reference letter (from his/her existing banker)
(2) A reference from a "respected professional" who knows the applicant.

Remarks:-

** Documents must be certified & signed by any one of the following "respected profession":-

(1) A Solicitor;

(2) A Professional Accountant;

(3) A Director / Manager of a regulated financial or credit institution;

(4) A Director / Manager of a regulated fiduciary service provider;

(5) A Notary Public;

(6) A Embassy official;

(7) A Serving Police Officer; or
(8) Other accepted respected profession as added/modified from time to time

Please ensure that any photocopies of documents showing photographs and signatures are clear and legible