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Current Accounts in Malaysia

Current accounts in Malaysia are generally opened only b those with a work permit or those under the MM2H programme. However, some banks do consider applications from expats who have not achieved a residency status. Usually, a passport and a statement from the applicant’s Malaysian employer are the only requirements
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Browse a selection of current accounts specially designed to meet the needs of expatriates and people with international lifestyle.
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Premier International Account

Premier International Account in Malaysia
£2,500, €2,500, $3,500 Debit card, cheque book (Sterling accounts only) £/$/€
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New customers who open a Sterling account can earn 1% AER interest for the first 3 months of account opening if a balance of between £10,000 and £24,999 is maintained. No monthly fee charged if minimum monthly balance of £2,500/€2,500/$3,500 is maintained.

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HSBC International

HSBC International in Malaysia
£5,000,$10,000,€10,000 Cash Card, Cheque Book, Debit Card £/$/€
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Flexible international current account for day-to-day banking in sterling, US dollars and euro, with debit card /chequebook

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BNP Paribas Personal Investors

BNP Paribas Personal Investors in Malaysia
EUR 50,000 International debit and credit card, deferred debit cards available 26 currencies: euro, US dollar, pound sterling, Swiss franc, Singapore dollar, Hong Kong dollar, etc.
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Day-to-day cash management in different currencies around the world.
As an expatriate you benefit from our preferential fee structure “Expat Investors”:

  • No transfer fees for bank transactions
  • Reimbursement of transfer fees charged by your bank
  • Reduced foreign exchange fees
  • 50 % discount on the annual account management fees
  • 50% discount on the annual fees for an international bank card (Visa, Mastercard)
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Additional Product Relationship Manager Account

Additional Product Relationship Manager Account in Malaysia
£50,000 or currency equivalent Debit and credit cards (£), deferred debit cards available £/$/€
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Dedicated Relationship Manager taking care of your banking needs including; Currency exchange services, Introduction to tax services, Free financial review, International mortgage advice for property purchases in the UK, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Man and Gibraltar, Advice from international investment experts.

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Cost of living in Kuala Lumpur

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