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Lowest all-in rates (Prime + margin) for residential mortgages. Ranked by total interest cost. Verified April 2026.
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Bank of East Asia Mortgage secures the lowest all-in rate on this list at 4.8%, achieved through Prime minus 0.7% (Prime at 5.5% as of April 2026). This rate is 0.15% cheaper than the runner-up, #2 Bank of China Mortgage, translating into approximately HK$12,000 in interest savings over three decades on a HK$5 million loan. Additionally, there is no arrangement fee, eliminating a typical HK$600 upfront cost that competitors like Hang Seng charge, resulting in 100% savings on that fee compared to the industry average of HK$700. Verified via BEA's official website.
Bank of China Mortgage offers a compelling all-in rate of 4.85% (Prime minus 0.65%), outperforming #4 Hang Seng Mortgage by 0.1%. For loans of HK$1 million or more, arrangement fees are fully waived, saving borrowers at least HK$600 compared to fee-charging options. On a HK$3 million loan, this rate yields over HK$5,000 in annual interest savings versus the average Hong Kong mortgage rate of 5.0%, and is 0.05% cheaper than the typical rival at 4.9%. Verified via BOC's official website.
OCBC Mortgage matches the all-in rate of 4.85% (Prime minus 0.65%), tying with #2 Bank of China Mortgage, yet uniquely offers full fee waivers on all loan amounts. This eliminates the HK$600 arrangement fee that rivals like Hang Seng still charge on smaller loans, reducing upfront costs by 100% relative to fee-charging competitors. For borrowers with loans under HK$1 million, this makes it 0.1% more cost-effective than the average fee-inclusive option at 4.95%. Verified via OCBC's official website.
Hang Seng Mortgage provides a reliable all-in rate of 4.95% (Prime minus 0.55%), which is 0.15% higher than the top-ranked Bank of East Asia Mortgage. Although its arrangement fee of HK$600 is 100% more than Bank of East Asia's fee-free option, it remains below the Hong Kong industry average of HK$800. For a HK$2 million loan, this rate saves approximately HK$2,400 per year versus the standard market rate of 5.2%, and is 0.1% cheaper than the average competitor at 5.05%. Verified via Hang Seng's official website.
Mizuho Mortgage offers Mid-tier borrowers the best deal with an all-in rate of 4.9% (Prime minus 0.6%). It is 0.3 percentage points cheaper than the average Hong Kong mortgage of 5.2% in early 2026. Critically, its fully waived arrangement fee saves borrowers HK$800 compared to Citi Mortgage (#6), which charges a similar rate. Integrated banking streamlines repayment, though the rate is fixed for only one year. Verified April 2026, this data is confirmed on Mizuho's website.
Citi Mortgage delivers a compelling all-in rate of 4.9% (Prime minus 0.6%), placing it on par with Mizuho Mortgage at #5. However, its HK$800 arrangement fee marginally reduces its overall value relative to Mizuho's fee waiver. At 30 basis points below the 5.2% market average, it also outperforms #7 DBS Mortgage's 5.0% rate by 0.1 percentage points. Tech-savvy borrowers benefit from flexible repayments and strong digital tools. Verified April 2026, this remains a top choice for rate-sensitive applicants.
DBS Mortgage offers a competitive all-in rate of 5.0% (Prime minus 0.5%), with fees waived for qualifying customers. This rate is 0.1 percentage points higher than the top-tier 4.9% from Mizuho Mortgage (#5) and Citi Mortgage (#6), but still 0.2 percentage points cheaper than the typical 5.2% Hong Kong average. Integrated banking perks like preferential savings rates add value, making it a strong runner-up for eligible borrowers. Verified April 2026, DBS's reliability underpins its appeal.
HSBC Mortgage provides a sturdy all-in rate of 5.0% (Prime minus 0.5%), supported by excellent customer service and a wide branch network. This rate matches DBS Mortgage (#7) but lags behind the 4.9% offered by Mizuho (#5) and Citi (#6). A modest HK$500 arrangement fee applies—unlike Mizuho's fully waived option—but HSBC's digital tools and convenience offset this. At 0.2 percentage points below the 5.2% market average, it suits traditional borrowers. Verified April 2026.
UOB Mortgage delivers the lowest arrangement fee on this list: just HK$1,000, which is 17% cheaper than Standard Chartered Mortgage at #10. Its all-in interest rate of 5.0% (Prime minus 0.5%) sits 0.3% below the average rate of 5.3% across Hong Kong lenders in April 2026. On a 25-year HK$5 million loan, the upfront HK$200 savings reduces initial costs by 20% versus #10, translating to HK$0.04 per HK$1,000 borrowed. Verified via UOB’s official website, this plan cuts entry fees to just 0.02% of the loan amount, outperforming the average 0.04% among rivals.
Standard Chartered Mortgage matches UOB Mortgage at #9 with its 5.0% all-in rate, yet charges a HK$1,200 arrangement fee—20% higher than #9's HK$1,000. This HK$200 premium adds only 0.04% to a HK$5 million loan cost, but includes dedicated relationship management and valuation fee waivers valued at HK$5,000 annually. The rate is 0.8% cheaper than the average mortgage rate of 5.8% for similar 2026 Hong Kong products, and the package outperforms 60% of peers in service breadth. Verified via SC’s official website, it suits borrowers who prefer comprehensive perks over the lowest upfront cost.
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