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July release notes: Currency switching on Shopify app, improved FX conversion APIs, and more
Discover the latest product releases from Airwallex.
•5 minutes
Business tipsGuides
5 international accounting software most suitable for Hong Kong cross-border businesses
Navigating the landscape of cross-border commerce brings its unique challenges, and international accounting software plays a crucial role in simplifying these complexities. We will compare the 5 most common options in Hong Kong.
Kirstie Lau
•7 mins

Business tipsGuides
Wire transfers explained: What they are and how they work
Wire transfers are a specific type of bank transfer that moves money between two banks. Learn about their mechanism, benefits, and compare it with Airwallex’s payment services.
Kirstie Lau
•8 min
Finance
CNY vs CNH - Differences between the two Chinese Yuans
The Yuan has two forms: CNY (onshore) and CNH (offshore). Both types are equal in value when exchanged for each other but differ when exchanged for other currencies. Businesses should understand these distinctions for efficient transactions with China.
Kirstie Lau
•3 minutes

Business tipsGuides
Remittance to mainland China: guide to all methods, restrictions, and fees
What methods are available for businesses to transfer funds from Hong Kong to China? What are the fees, processing time, restrictions, handiness, and security? Learn more in this comprehensive guide.
Kirstie Lau
•7 min

Finance
How to choose your cross-border payment collection tool?
Cross-border payment collection tool is a must-have for all cross-border merchants. Learn how Airwallex can streamline cross-border payment collection and more.
Kirstie Lau
•4 minutes
Finance
Why is my bank transfer delayed? 6 potential reasons
Learn what happens during bank transfers, why bank transfers are commonly delayed, and how you can lessen the negative impact.
Kirstie Lau
•8 minutes

GuidesBusiness tips
Business account: What it is, advantages, and process of account-opening
A business account is specifically designed for business transactions. Learn what a business account is, the advantages, and procedures for opening one.
Kirstie Lau
•8 min
Guides
Grasp the peak sales season: how to select a payment gateway for my business?
Discover the significance of selecting the appropriate payment gateway for both B2C and B2B companies. Explore the differences, including transaction fees and accepted payment methods, among popular payment gateways in the market.
Kirstie Lau
•5 minutes

Guides
PayPal vs Airwallex: fees, features and advantages
This article compares PayPal and Airwallex, focusing on fees, features, and advantages for business accounts – so you can learn the differences and determine which platform is better suited to streamline your operations.
Kirstie Lau
•5 minutes
GuidesBusiness tips
Guide to opening virtual bank account: requirements, fees and business account services
This article offers you an overview of the requirements and fees for opening a virtual bank account. You’ll also learn about other financial solutions which provide cross-border remittance services.
Kirstie Lau
•4 minutes

Guides
Adyen vs Airwallex: compare on fees, features and benefits
Adyen and Airwallex both offer an end-to-end payments platform, but how do they compare on price and other key features? Read on to find out.
Kirstie Lau
•5 minutes