The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert about the website https://interprivatesbankinghk.com/, stating that “International Private Banking Hong Kong” referenced on the site is not authorised under the Banking Ordinance to carry on banking business or the business of taking deposits in Hong Kong. The HKMA also said the entity does not have approval to establish a local representative office in Hong Kong. The alert reminds the public to verify the status of any organisation offering bank accounts or soliciting deposits online before transferring funds or providing personal information, and notes that a list of authorised institutions is available on the HKMA’s website.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2026-01-13
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns that International Private Banking Hong Kong website is not authorised to conduct banking or take deposits
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a public alert about https://interprivatesbankinghk.com/, clarifying that "International Private Banking Hong Kong" is not authorised under the Banking Ordinance to conduct banking or deposit-taking in Hong Kong and lacks approval for a local representative office. The HKMA advises the public to verify the status of entities offering banking services online and refers to its website for a list of authorised institutions.