China Construction Bank (Asia) Account Type

China Construction Bank (Asia) offers a variety of brokerage account types tailored to meet the diverse needs of its customers. The primary account types include:

• Individual Brokerage Account: This account is registered under a single individual's name, allowing for personal investment management without the complexities of shared ownership.

• Joint Brokerage Account: Shared by two or more individuals, this account is ideal for couples or family members looking to pool their investments. There are three sub-types of joint accounts:

• Joint Tenants with Rights of Survivorship: If one owner passes away, the surviving owner automatically inherits the deceased's share.
• Tenants in Common: The deceased's share goes to their estate, not automatically to the surviving owner.
• Community Property: Exclusively for married couples, with assets split equally between spouses.

• Margin Account: This account allows investors to borrow funds against their current securities to increase their purchasing power, providing greater flexibility in trading.

• Options Trading Account: This specialized account enables investors to trade options, which can be used for hedging or speculative purposes, but requires approval due to associated risks.

• Mutual Fund Investment Account: This account allows customers to invest in a variety of mutual funds, providing a diversified investment option.

China Construction Bank (Asia) Broker Account Opening Process

Opening a brokerage account with China Construction Bank (Asia) involves a straightforward process. Here are the steps:

• Eligibility: Applicants must be Hong Kong residents aged 18 or above, and hold a valid Hong Kong permanent or non-permanent identity card. They must also be a non-U.S. person and a tax resident of Hong Kong.

• Application Method:

• In-Person: Visit a CCB (Asia) branch to submit your application and required documents.
• Online: Use the CCB (HK & MO) mobile app for a more convenient application process.
• Required Documents:
• Valid Hong Kong identity card.
• Proof of address (if required).
• Additional documents may be requested based on the account type.
• Application Steps:
• Download the CCB (HK & MO) mobile app.
• Select the account type and start the application.
• Complete identity verification by capturing your ID and taking a selfie.
• Input personal data and set up online banking.
• Submit the application.

• Verification: After submission, you will receive an initial application result within 1 day. The final verification may take 2 to 3 working days before the account is active for transactions.

• Account Activation: Once approved, you will receive notifications via SMS and email. An ATM card will be mailed to your registered address, or you can collect it at a designated branch.

For more details, you can refer to the official CCB (Asia) website: CCB (Asia) Official Site.