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Manage your cash flow and make purchases you’ll pay off later. Find out more about our credit cards and the guidance we offer

Find the right card for you

Take a look at our range of credit cards, consider their benefits and find the one that will suit you best. Compare cards

Credit card eligibility checker

See which cards you’re likely to be accepted for, and your estimated credit limit, without it affecting your credit score.

What kind of credit card are you looking for?

Balance transfer credit cards

Give yourself some breathing room with our balance transfer options.

Purchase credit cards

Buy now and spread the cost of all your purchases - large or small.

Credit-builder credit cards

Help build your credit score when you spend and make on-time repayments.

Rewards credit cards

Discover our range of rewards cards.

Making the most of a credit card

How to improve your credit score

Find out how you can improve your credit score and your chances of getting credit approval.

What is a balance transfer credit card?

Explore how balance transfers work and also what to look for.

What is APR?

Learn more about APR, which stands for Annual Percentage Rate, and what it means for the cost of borrowing money.

How do credit cards work?

Read tips on how to choose a card to suit your needs - and how to get the most from one.

Does a balance transfer affect your credit score?

Find out how a balance transfer can affect your credit score in different ways over the short and long term.

Our most popular cards

Balance Transfer Credit Card

Enjoy up to 35 months interest-free for balance transfers (3.19% fee, min £5).

Representative example

Purchase rate: 24.9% p.a. (variable)

Representative: 24.9% APR (variable)

Based on an assumed credit limit of £1,200

Purchase Plus Credit Card

Discover the all-rounder that has up to 20 months of interest-free purchases and up to 17 months of interest-free balance transfers (3.49% fee, minimum £5).

Representative example

Purchase rate: 24.9% p.a. (variable)

Representative: 24.9% APR (variable)

Based on an assumed credit limit of £1,200

Rewards Credit Card

Earn reward points on eligible purchases you make.

Representative example

Purchase rate: 26.9% p.a. (variable)

Representative: 26.9% APR (variable)

Based on an assumed credit limit of £1,200

Classic Credit Card

Improve or start building your credit rating.

Representative example

Purchase rate: 29.9% p.a. (variable)

Representative: 29.9% APR (variable)

Based on an assumed credit limit of £1,000

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Second credit cards

Find out how having a second HSBC card could help you manage your different spending needs.

Get the most from your credit card

Manage all your card needs online or via the app.

Credit card fees and rates

Understand more about fees and the interest rates for your HSBC credit card.

Frequently asked questions

• What is a credit card?

  A credit card is a payment method that allows you to borrow money up to a certain amount (your credit limit).

  You can use your credit card to withdraw cash from ATMs (although you'll usually be charged for withdrawing cash) or to buy items and pay for them later - either in full or in monthly instalments.

• How do credit cards work?

  A credit card gives you access to credit - a pre-agreed amount of money you can borrow from your bank. Each time you use your credit card, you'll need to repay what you borrowed.

  Some credit cards come with extra benefits, including rewards, offers, and purchase protection.

• How do I apply for a credit card?

  To apply for a credit card, you'll usually need:

  • Your address details for the last 3 years
  • Your income and employment history
  • Your bank account details

  Credit card issuers will take other thing into account too, such as your age, credit score, and whether you're a UK resident.

  Please check out our credit cards page to see our range of products and guidance to find one that suits you.

• Can I transfer money from a credit card?

  It’s possible to transfer money from your credit card to your bank account. Using your credit card to transfer funds into your current account can help you pay off short-term debt, such as a small overdraft or an unexpected expense.

  However, there may be charges for transferring money, and you’ll need to make sure you can afford to repay your credit card.

• What is a credit card balance transfer?

  A balance transfer is when you move your existing credit card balance to another credit card. This may be to take advantage of a lower interest rate or an interest-free period.

  This can help you to pay off your credit card balances in a more manageable way, as you’ll have a lower rate and one monthly payment.

  Balance transfers are subject to approval and balance transfer fees may apply.

• How many credit cards should I have?

  There’s no limit on how many credit cards you can have – the important thing is that you manage them responsibly.

• What is APR on a credit card?

  APR means Annual Percentage Rate. It’s the cost of borrowing money over a year on a credit card or loan. It takes into account interest, as well as other charges you may have to pay, such as an annual fee.

• Can you withdraw cash from a credit card?

  Just like debit cards, you can withdraw cash at ATMs using your credit card. However, you’ll usually be charged for withdrawing cash, so try to find other options first.

Explore more

What to do at the end of a balance transfer promotion period

Learn more about what options you have if you're coming to the end of a 0% balance transfer period.

Should you get a student credit card?

Find out how getting a credit card as a student can help cover unexpected costs while you're at university.

What is a reward credit card?

Get to know what a reward credit card can offer you, and how much it could cost you to use one.

Should you increase your credit limit?

Want to borrow more on your credit card? Here are things to consider before you request a credit card limit increase.

What is a credit limit?

Find out how banks calculate credit limits and whether you can change them.

5 common credit card myths

Unpack some of the common misunderstandings people have when it comes to credit cards.

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