The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced that the Faster Payment System will be unavailable from 1 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Aug. 9, 2026, while operator Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited carries out a planned system enhancement. Banks and stored value facility operators have been asked to notify customers in advance and in a timely manner. Customers should check the availability of affected services with their provider and, if necessary, arrange payment activities in advance.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority2026-08-03
Hong Kong Monetary Authority notifies users of 10-hour Faster Payment System outage for planned enhancement
Hong Kong’s Faster Payment System will be unavailable from 1 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Aug. 9, 2026, for a planned system enhancement. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has asked banks and stored value facility operators to notify customers, who may need to arrange payments in advance.