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Banking and payments
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FPS and Octopus: receiving money, travel and loss protection
Distinguish instant transfers from stored-value payments, set the correct receiving account and review links before changing your phone or number.
- FPS is an instant transfer channel: check the payee and amount before confirming.
- Octopus products and devices differ; lost-card protection is not universal.
- Before replacing a phone or number, handle banking links, wallets and transport cards separately.
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Opening a bank account: documents, checks and security
Choose an account around your everyday needs, prepare the evidence your bank actually requests, and check payments and security once it opens.
- Requirements differ by bank and customer; no universal checklist guarantees approval.
- Explain real needs such as salary, daily payments or savings using accurate information.
- After opening, maintain contacts, alerts, limits and security settings.
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