HSBC Bank Malta plc customers can now top up their Vodafone prepaid account or their go mobile card plan account anywhere and anytime they need, simply by sending an SMS.

They can also opt to start receiving SMS alerts on their mobile phone each time certain transactions occur on their accounts, credit or debit cards.

This is the result of an SMS-based system designed by HSBC and the collaboration of Malta's two mobile telephony providers, Vodafone and go mobile.

Customers who register for mobile services will receive a four-digit PIN which, when topping up, must be sent via SMS to one of two numbers according to the amount of top-up desired: 5061 9005 or 5061 9010 for a Lm5 or Lm10 top-up, respectively.

The customers' bank account will be debited with the relevant amount and their mobile phone topped up accordingly.

Customers can register for the service online, through HSBC's internet banking service or by visiting one of HSBC's branches.

As a special introductory offer, all customers will enjoy an extra 10 per cent free credit each time they top up their mobile phone using mobile services. This offer is valid until May 17.

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