When Will Your Bank Transfer Arrive?

Calculate the exact arrival time of your Hong Kong domestic or international bank transfer.

FPS (Faster Payment System)
CHATS
RTGS
12 banks

Bank Transfer Time Calculator

Select your sending and receiving banks, choose a payment method, and enter the time you're making the transfer.

How to Use the Calculator

Three simple steps to find out when your money will arrive.

Select Your Banks

Choose the bank you're sending money from and the bank that will receive it.

Choose Payment Method

Select your preferred payment method from the options available in Hong Kong.

Enter Transfer Time

Tell us when you're sending the payment and we'll calculate exactly when the funds will arrive.

Hong Kong Payment Systems

Understanding the main ways to send money between bank accounts in Hong Kong.

FPS (Faster Payment System)

Hong Kong's real-time payment system supporting HKD and RMB transfers 24/7 via mobile number, email, or FPS ID.

Speed Instant (seconds)
Availability 24/7, 365 days
Max Amount HK$10,000 (default)
Cost Free

CHATS

Clearing House Automated Transfer System — same-day interbank clearing for HKD, USD, EUR, and RMB.

Speed Same day
Availability Business days
Max Amount No limit
Cost HK$50 – HK$200

RTGS

Real-Time Gross Settlement operated by the HKMA for high-value, time-critical payments.

Speed Real-time (business hours)
Availability Business days, until cutoff
Max Amount No limit
Cost HK$100 – HK$300

Payment Methods at a Glance

Payment Method SpeedAvailabilityMax AmountCost
FPS (Faster Payment System) Instant (seconds)24/7, 365 daysHK$10,000 (default)Free
CHATS Same dayBusiness daysNo limitHK$50 – HK$200
RTGS Real-time (business hours)Business days, until cutoffNo limitHK$100 – HK$300

Supported Hong Kong Banks

Our calculator covers all major banks in Hong Kong.

HSBC Hong Kong
Hang Seng Bank
Bank of China (HK)
Standard Chartered HK
DBS Hong Kong
Citibank HK
OCBC Wing Hang
China Construction Bank (Asia)
Bank of East Asia
ZA Bank
Mox Bank
livi bank

Example Transfer Times

Sample calculations based on typical bank processing times.

Transfer Method Sent Arrives Note
HSBC Hong KongHang Seng Bank FPS (Faster Payment System) Monday 10:00 Monday instantly 24/7 available
Bank of China (HK)Standard Chartered HK CHATS Tuesday 14:00 Tuesday/Wednesday Business days
DBS Hong KongCitibank HK FPS (Faster Payment System) Saturday 21:00 Saturday instantly Weekend available

Complete Guide to Hong Kong Bank Transfer Times

Understanding bank transfer times in Hong Kong is essential for financial planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about bank transfers in Hong Kong.

Transfer times in Hong Kong depend on the method used. FPS (Faster Payment System) is typically the fastest, delivering funds in seconds. Standard transfers take 1-2 business days. Use our calculator for estimates specific to your banks.

FPS (Faster Payment System) typically operates 24/7, including weekends and public holidays. Standard bank transfers only process on business days (Monday-Friday, excluding public holidays).

Fees vary by bank and transfer method. FPS (Faster Payment System) is often free or very low cost. Standard transfers may incur small fees. International SWIFT transfers typically cost HK$10-50 equivalent.

International SWIFT transfers from Hong Kong typically take 1-5 business days depending on the destination. SEPA transfers (if available) to European countries arrive within 1 business day.