Tap into Hong Kong’s
digital payment
ecosystem with Nium

In the heart of Asia’s digital economy, Nium bridges the gap between traditional and innovative payment methods in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong market overview

Payment instruments penetration for Hong Kong

97%

Smartphone
Penetration

96%

Internet
Penetration

Key Language

Cantonese

Population

7,288,167

Payments Market Total Size

$146.17 billion

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Market Opportunites

Leading the mobile payment revolution

In the heart of a global financial hub, Hong Kong’s economy is undergoing a shift from cash to diverse digital payment methods. The rapid adoption of mobile payments, supported by the robust Faster Payment System (FPS), reflects a society ready to embrace a fully integrated digital payment ecosystem.

A digital-first economy

Market Opportunites

A digital-first economy

The shift towards a digital-first economy in Hong Kong is inevitable, with FPS and digital wallets at the forefront. They promise the security and convenience consumers require to leave cash transactions behind.

With Nium’s local expertise, you’ll be perfectly positioned for a hassle-free entry into this rapidly evolving market.

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Payout

Payin

Issue Cards

Bank Account (ACH)

HKD

Real-time

Proxy (FPS)

HKD

Real-time

Local Currency Wire Transfer

USD

Real-time

Foreign Currency Wire Transfer (SWIFT)

USD, EUR, SGD, GBP, AUD, CAD, HKD, JPY, CHF, NZD

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Currency

Currency

Payment methods

Support for the most popular payment methods

Regulated in 35+ markets, instantly benefit from Nium’s global license portfolio. We’ve built one of the world’s most comprehensive networks to power on-demand money movement in Greater China. Nium customers can make real-time transfers using ACH.

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Licenses - Hong kong

Nium Limited is licensed by the Customs and Excise Department as a Money Service Operator License

(License No. 16-01-01797)

Authorisations:

  • Money transfers / remittances
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Nium has worked with leading institutions across the world to gain access to a number of the leading real-time payment networks.

Using a secure, modular API suite, global businesses can access fully compliant payment rails, with regulatory licenses and authorizations in over 40 countries, enabling seamless payment acceptance regardless of geography.

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