Best Unionpay Credit Cards in Hong Kong

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Earn 2% cashback from everyday spending
HK$0
Min. Annual Salary
2%
Cash back on overseas spend
2%
Cash back on local spend
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MS Exclusive: From now until 30 November 2026, new customers who successfully applied for EarnMORE UnionPay Diamond Card via MoneySmart, can earn 3,000 SmartPoints without any spending and redeem HK$300 worth of vouchers or products in the Rewards Store (over 20+ brand vouchers including Wellcome/ HKTVmall/ Apple/ Samsung etc)!. Click here for more details. T&C applied. (fulfilled by MoneySmart)
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New PrimeCredit Credit Card Customers can also enjoy PrimeCredit Welcome Offer Extra HK$300 cash rebate AND one of the following Welcome offers:
・HK$1,800 cash rebate (included the extra up to 2% cash rebate)
・LG PuriCare™ AeroHit Air Purifier (Pet Version) (Suggested price: HK$3,090)
・Dreame F20 Robot Vacuum (Suggested price: HK$2,999)
・Up to HK$90K Interest-free and Handling Fee-free Cash Instalment Program
・Tertiary Student: HK$200 Cash Rebate (Extra reward fulfilled by PrimeCredit)
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Valid till 30 Nov 2026

3% shopping rewards with no minimum spend
HK$120,000
Minimum Income Requirements
3% Points
Rebate on local spending on dining and hotels
As low as $1.8 = 1 Mile
Miles Conversion (Shopping and entertainment spending)
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⚡ 【November Citi Mega Rewards! Spend HK$4,000 to Get Up to HK$2,200 Vouchers or Gifts Worth Up to HK$4,600  🎉】
From now until 30 November 2026, new customers who successfully apply for a designated Citi credit card via MoneySmart with eligible spending of HK$4,000 within 30 days after card issuance (approval by 31 December 2026) can receive one of the following rewards:
🎁 4 x Hong Kong Plaza Premium First with Infinity room 3 hrs Access Pass (Total value: HK$4,600) or
🎁 PHILIPS RO Water Dispenser ADD6920/90 (Value: HK$4,288, random color) or
🎁 Dyson Supersonic Nural™ Hair Dryer HD16 (Value: HK$3,990, random color) or
🎁 Medicube Age-R Booster Pro X2 9 in 1 Facial Beauty Device (Value: HK$3,000, random color) or
🍎 2 x Apple AirPods 5 (Value: HK$2,198) or
🍎 2 x Apple HomePod mini 2 (Value: HK$2,198) or
💳 HK$2,000 Apple Store Gift Card / HK$2,200 ParknShop e-Vouchers
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【❇️ Loan Bundle Reward】Apply for a designated Citi Credit Card and Citi Loan via MoneySmart during the promotion period, fulfill the above-mentioned spending requirement and successfully draw down a loan of HK$200,000 or above (tenor of 12 months or above) to enjoy an extra HK$1,000 cash reward on top of the existing rewards!

Valid till 30 Nov 2026

HK$0
Min. Annual Salary
First 2 year annual fee waiver
Annual Fee
Up to 14%
Overseas Spending Rebate
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✨【PrimeCredit x MoneySmart Exclusive! Welcome Offer up to HK$500 cash rebate + Marshall Speaker + Exclusive PrimeCredit Welcome Gifts!】✨
From 9 November until 15 November 2026, new customers who applied for a designated credit card: WeWa Visa Signature Card / WeWa Visa Platinum Card/ WeWa UnionPay Diamond Card via MoneySmart, can enjoy one of the following exclusive rewards upon successful approval - no spending required:
・3,000 SmartPoints - without any spending and redeem HK$300 worth of vouchers or products in the Rewards Store (over 20+ brand vouchers including Wellcome/ HKTVmall/Apple /Samsung etc)!. Click here for more details. T&C applied. (fulfilled by MoneySmart)!
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New customers of PrimeCredit Credit Card can also earn an extra Marshall Emberton II Portable Speaker (MHP-96786), plus select one of the following welcome offers:
.All year round 10% travel cash rebate (No spending requirement)
.Nothing Headphone (a) (Suggested price:HK$1,499)
.HK$1,000 cash rebate
・Up to HK$90K Interest-free and Handling Fee-free Cash Instalment Program
・Exclusive Welcome Offer for Tertiary Student: HK$200 Cash Rebate (Extra reward fulfilled by PrimeCredit)
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See more reward details below

Valid till 15 Nov 2026

APPLY NOW for WeWa UnionPay Diamond Card
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3 Complimentary airport lounges access per year
HK$0
Min. Annual Salary
2%
Cash back on overseas spend
2%
Cash back on local spend
MoneySmart Exclusive

🌟Exclusive Deal Alert【PrimeCredit x MoneySmart - Welcome Offer up to HK$2,100 cash rewards】
MS Exclusive: From now until 30 November 2026, new customers who successfully applied for EarnMORE UnionPay Diamond Card via MoneySmart, can earn 3,000 SmartPoints without any spending and redeem HK$300 worth of vouchers or products in the Rewards Store (over 20+ brand vouchers including Wellcome/ HKTVmall/ Apple/ Samsung etc)!. Click here for more details. T&C applied. (fulfilled by MoneySmart)
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New PrimeCredit Credit Card Customers can also enjoy PrimeCredit Welcome Offer Extra HK$300 cash rebate AND one of the following Welcome offers:
・HK$1,800 cash rebate (included the extra up to 2% cash rebate)
・LG PuriCare™ AeroHit Air Purifier (Pet Version) (Suggested price: HK$3,090)
・Dreame F20 Robot Vacuum (Suggested price: HK$2,999)
・Up to HK$90K Interest-free and Handling Fee-free Cash Instalment Program
・Tertiary Student: HK$200 Cash Rebate (Extra reward fulfilled by PrimeCredit)
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See more reward details below

Valid till 30 Nov 2026

HK$0
Min. Annual Salary
First 5 year annual fee waiver
Annual Fee
Up to 14%
Overseas Spending Rebate
MoneySmart Exclusive

✨【PrimeCredit x MoneySmart Exclusive! Welcome Offer up to HK$500 cash rebate + Marshall Speaker + Exclusive PrimeCredit Welcome Gifts!】✨
From 9 November until 15 November 2026, new customers who applied for a designated credit card: WeWa Visa Signature Card / WeWa Visa Platinum Card/ WeWa UnionPay Diamond Card via MoneySmart, can enjoy one of the following exclusive rewards upon successful approval - no spending required:
・3,000 SmartPoints - without any spending and redeem HK$300 worth of vouchers or products in the Rewards Store (over 20+ brand vouchers including Wellcome/ HKTVmall/Apple /Samsung etc)!. Click here for more details. T&C applied. (fulfilled by MoneySmart)!
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New customers of PrimeCredit Credit Card can also earn an extra Marshall Emberton II Portable Speaker (MHP-96786), plus select one of the following welcome offers:
.All year round 10% travel cash rebate (No spending requirement)
.Nothing Headphone (a) (Suggested price:HK$1,499)
.HK$1,000 cash rebate
・Up to HK$90K Interest-free and Handling Fee-free Cash Instalment Program
・Exclusive Welcome Offer for Tertiary Student: HK$200 Cash Rebate (Extra reward fulfilled by PrimeCredit)
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See more reward details below

Valid till 15 Nov 2026

HK$120,000
Min. Annual Salary
Up to 4.4%
RewardCash Rebate
HK$4.17 = 1 Mile
Miles Conversion (local spend)

First-year annual fee waiver
Annual fee
4.8%
Rebate on RMB spending
4%
Rebate on foreign currency spending

HK$0
Min. Annual Salary
HK$0
Foreign Transaction Fee
5%
Discount on selected merchants

HK$60,000
Min. Annual Salary
2.4%
RewardCash Rebate
HK$4.17 = 1 Mile
Miles Conversion (local spend)

Perpetual Annual Fee Waiver
Annual Fee
$150,000
Min. Annual Salary
2X Spending Bonus Points
Overseas Spending

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UnionPay Credit Card Recommendations 2025

Credit CardBest ForRewards
Credit CardWeWa UnionPay Diamond CardBest ForFor users who frequently pay using mobile methods (Apple Pay, OmyCard QR Code, or UnionPay Mobile QuickPassRewardsUp to 4% cashback
Credit CardEarnMORE UnionPay Diamond CardBest ForApplicable to both local and overseas spending, most daily spending and manual Octopus top-up earn 2%; base cashback is 1%RewardsUp to 2% cashback on local and overseas spending
Credit CardCiti Rewards UnionPay CardBest ForSuitable for users who often attend concerts, go to the cinema, subscribe to music or video streaming platforms, or buy theme park tickets — earn up to 3% rebate in pointsRewardsMiles redemption as low as HK$1.8 = 1 mile
Credit CardHSBC Pulse UnionPay Dual Currency Diamond Credit CardBest ForNo transaction fees for spending in Mainland China and Macau; no need to worry about exchange rate fluctuations — suitable for frequent travelersRewardsMiles redemption as low as HK$4.17 = 1 mile

Foreign Transaction Fees for UnionPay Credit Cards

When traveling to Mainland China or overseas, many people prefer using UnionPay cards for spending.

While Visa and Mastercard typically charge a 1.95% foreign transaction fee, most UnionPay cards do not charge any foreign currency transaction fees, except those issued by Hang Seng Bank and HSBC, which may still impose such charges.

UnionPay Exchange Rate

UnionPay’s exchange rate is usually lower than Visa’s but higher than Mastercard’s. However, since UnionPay payments are exempt from foreign transaction fees, you should check your credit card’s handling fee and any foreign spending offers before making a payment to decide which card gives you better value. HKD to JPY Exchange Rate
Card Network JPY per HKD*
UnionPay JP$18.928
Mastercard JP$18.837
Visa JP$19.209

*Exchange rates as of 1:00 PM, August 6, 2025.

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Comparison: UnionPay vs Visa, Mastercard, AE

Card Network Foreign Transaction Fee Ideal Usage Scenarios
UnionPay / UnionPay Dual Currency Cards No transaction fee Best for spending in Mainland China, local retail, and online payments
Visa & Mastercard Around 1–2% Widely accepted worldwide; great for international travel, online shopping, and local use
American Express (AE) Around 1–2% Ideal for everyday and premium spending like hotels, dining, and travel
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UnionPay Credit Card Welcome Offer

Credit CardCard highlightsPromotionValid until
EarnMORE UnionPay Diamond Card
  • HK$0.00 Min. Annual Salary
  • 2% Cash back on overseas spend
  • 2% Cash back on local spend

HK$300 Vouchers + Up to HK$1,800 Cash Rewards

1 Nov 2026 till 30 Nov 2026
Citi Rewards UnionPay Card
  • HK$120,000 Minimum Income Requirements
  • 3% Points Rebate on local spending on dining and hotels
  • As low as $1.8 = 1 Mile Miles Conversion (Shopping and entertainment spending)

Up to HK$2,200 Vouchers / Gifts Worth Up to HK$4,600

3 Nov 2026 till 30 Nov 2026
WeWa UnionPay Diamond Card
  • HK$0.00 Min. Annual Salary
  • First 2 year annual fee waiver Annual Fee
  • Up to 14% Overseas Spending Rebate

HK$300 Vouchers / Gifts Up to HK$1,499 + Marshall Speaker

9 Nov 2026 till 15 Nov 2026
EarnMORE UnionPay Diamond Card (applicable to designated Full-time University /Tertiary Students)
  • HK$0.00 Min. Annual Salary
  • 2% Cash back on overseas spend
  • 2% Cash back on local spend

HK$300 Vouchers + Up to HK$1,800 Cash Rewards

1 Nov 2026 till 30 Nov 2026
WeWa UnionPay Diamond Card (applicable to designated Full-time University /Tertiary Students)
  • HK$0.00 Min. Annual Salary
  • First 5 year annual fee waiver Annual Fee
  • Up to 14% Overseas Spending Rebate

HK$300 Vouchers / Gifts Up to HK$1,499 + Marshall Speaker

9 Nov 2026 till 15 Nov 2026

UnionPay Diamond Card vs UnionPay Platinum Card

UnionPay Card Tier Benefits & Features
UnionPay Diamond Card
  • Entertainment Concierge Service: Assistance with booking global events and shows.
  • Lounge Access: Spend HK$12,000 across any two consecutive months to enjoy 3 complimentary entries to airport lounges (LoungeKey) and High-Speed Rail VIP lounges, sharable with friends and family.
UnionPay Platinum Card
  • Disneyland Priority Access: Priority admission to "Mickey and the Wondrous Book" show at Hong Kong Disneyland, with a meet-and-greet experience with Disney characters after the performance.
  • UnionPay Priority Ticketing for selected events.
  • Entertainment Concierge Service: Assistance with booking global events and shows.
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UnionPay Credit Card Offers & Benefits (Hong Kong Edition)

UnionPay credit cards are known for their wide range of perks and spending rewards — if you know how to use them smartly, you can save a lot!

Spending Offers

Each UnionPay credit card comes with its own mix of local, overseas, online shopping, and mobile payment promotions. For example, when travelling, you can enjoy extra reward points, cashback, or air miles by using your UnionPay card.

Free Airport Lounge Access with UnionPay Diamond Card

UnionPay Diamond cardholders who spend HK$ 12,000 within any two consecutive calendar months are entitled to 3 complimentary LoungeKey airport lounge visits per year. Coverage includes over 130 designated LoungeKey lounges across Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan.

UnionPay Contactless & Mobile Payment Offers

UnionPay supports QuickPass (銀聯閃付) via both cards and mobile wallets. You can tap your UnionPay credit/debit card directly at terminals, or link your UnionPay card to Apple Pay for secure, convenient mobile payments using your phoneMany merchants offer exclusive discounts and instant cashback for using UnionPay contactless or mobile payment.

UnionPay LoungeKey Global Airport & China Railway Lounge Offer (2025)

This benefit covers access to 1,500+ participating lounges worldwide. UnionPay Eligible Cardholders can enjoy up to 3 complimentary visits to LoungeKey-designated airport and China Railway lounges worldwide, including access for friends and family, upon meeting the spending requirement of HK$ 12,000 within two consecutive statement cycles.

Dual Currency Credit Card

Dual currency credit cards are great for jet-setters as they allow you to transact in two different currencies. There are no extra charges for transactions made in either currency. You can allocate your credit limit between your HKD and RMB accounts. Do note bill payment is separate for your HKD sub-account and RMB sub-account.

HSBC Dual Currency Diamond Credit Card Benefits

Travel Perks

Holders of HSBC Dual Currency Diamond Credit Card can experience travel perks free of charge including free entry to LoungeKey airport lounges for three times every year. Cardholders can also enjoy airport limousine transfers at a privileged rate of HK$250.

RewardCash

To maximize your rewards, cardholders can allocate the extra 5X RewardCash Multiplier of the Red Hot Rewards of Your Choice to your preferred category to enjoy a total of 6X Reward Cash and a more favourable rate of HK$4.17 = 1 Asia Mile compared to the regular rate of HK$25 = 1 Asia Mile. You can also earn an extra 2% RewardCash rebate by registering “Red Hot Online and Overseas Spending Rewards.

All-Year-Round Offers

Apart from earning HSBC RewardsCash, HSBC credit card also offers dining promotions at popular restaurants and hotel buffets in Hong Kong. Some of the more enticing offers include Nina Hotel, The Cityview, Regal Riverside Hotel, etc. . Check HSBC’s Red Hot Offers listings for the latest dining promotions.

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UnionPay Credit Card Annual Fees (Hong Kong)

UnionPay Credit Card Annual Fee
WeWa UnionPay Diamond Card First 2 years: Waived;Afterwards: HK$1,500/year
EarnMORE UnionPay Diamond Card First 2 years: Waived;Afterwards: HK$1,500/year
Citi Rewards UnionPay Card First year: Waived;Afterwards: HK$1,800/year
HSBC Pulse UnionPay Dual Currency Diamond Credit Card First 2 years: Waived;Afterwards: HK$1,800/year
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is UnionPay a Visa card?

No, UnionPay is not a Visa card. It is more widely accepted in Asian countries while Visa cards are accepted globally.

How do I pay online with UnionPay?

Paying online with UnionPay credit cards is just like paying with Visa or Mastercard credit cards. There are more than 10 million overseas online merchants that accept online payment via UnionPay, mostly based in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Japan, and South Korea.

Which credit card is accepted the most?

It depends. UnionPay credit cards are more commonly accepted in Asian countries such as China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea and Thailand but less widely accepted among merchants in the US and Europe, it’s always the best to keep a Visa and Mastercard credit card when travelling to these regions.

Does China take UnionPay credit cards?

Yes, and it’s more commonly used in China comparing to Visa or Mastercard.

Which credit card is best in Hong Kong?

This depends on your lifestyle and what you spend the most on. There are cashback cards, reward points cards, air mile cards, and UnionPay cards. Cashback cards offer effortless usage as the cash rebate is automatic. Air mile cards are great for frequent travellers who would take the effort to accumulate expenditure and ensure that they get maximum mile accrual. Reward points cards allow you to gain points and then redeem it for privileges and discounts. UnionPay credit cards are best for people who frequently travel to China, as it supports transactions in two different currencies with no extra charges.

Is UnionPay Safe to Use?

The security of UnionPay cards is comparable to major international credit cards such as Visa and Mastercard, with multiple protection mechanisms in place. UnionPay uses EMV chip technology, supports contactless payments (QuickPass), and 3D Secure verification for online transactions, effectively reducing the risk of fraud and unauthorized use. Additionally, the UnionPay network complies with the international PCI DSS security standard, ensuring encrypted transmission of transaction data.

AI Summary: Key Highlights of UnionPay Credit Cards

  • UnionPay credit cards offer up to 4% cashback on mobile payments, 2% cashback on local and overseas spending, and exclusive rewards such as mileage redemption
  • Cardholders of UnionPay Diamond Cards enjoy complimentary airport lounge access and global concierge services, ideal for frequent travelers
  • UnionPay dual-currency credit cards eliminate foreign transaction fees in Mainland China and Macau, offer up to 4.4% cashback, and come with perks such as airport transfers—perfect for spending across Hong Kong, Mainland China, Macau, and Taiwan.
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