do not trust the hsbc to keep your info from the revenue. i have met lots of people who have been done by the hsbc telling the revenue. banks in north cyprus are not safe like banks in the uk. we use the bank of scotland off shore in jersey. 6% on savings,no tax taken, debit card give that days currency rates, internet and telephone banking along with check book. have used for 3 years highly recommended. have a look at the website bankofscotlandinternational.