Tips about account opening
How to open an account?
Method 1: Online Registration
Tap the "Open Account" button on the bottom menu bar of the uSMART Securities app > Follow the instructions to submit required documents > Complete identity verification and signature (Mainland China residents need to sign the "Mainland Investor Compliance Declaration") > Online identity verification* > Await review > Account opening successful upon approval.
Online identity verification:FAQ Details | Help Center | uSMART Securities
Note: Mainland China residents (without any residence document from other countries/regions) who are physically in Mainland China are currently unable to submit new account opening applications through the Hong Kong uSMART Securities app.
Method 2: Open an account at a uSMART branch.
For detailed branch address information, please visit the official website:
uSMART Securities_Smart Trading, Easy Investing
How to open both Hong Kong stock and US stock accounts at the same time?
You only need to apply for a uSMART Securities account. Upon successful approval, both a Hong Kong stock cash/margin account and a US stock cash/margin account will be opened for you simultaneously. After depositing and receiving the corresponding funds, you can trade Hong Kong and US stocks accordingly.
How long does it take to complete the account opening after submitting the application?
After you successfully submit your account opening application, the review is expected to be completed within 3‑5 trading days.
Is there any threshold for opening an account?
Zero threshold – account opening is free.
Do Mainland China users need to visit Hong Kong in person to open an account?
Mainland China users must visit Hong Kong in person to open an account.
