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The Balance Confirmation Letter to Customer is a standard banking document used in Hong Kong's financial sector to formally verify account balances with customers. It is typically issued upon request from customers, their auditors, or as part of regular banking procedures, especially during annual audit periods. The letter serves multiple purposes: it helps maintain accurate financial records, supports audit requirements, aids in fraud prevention, and ensures transparency in banking relationships. Under Hong Kong banking regulations and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority guidelines, these letters must contain specific information including account details, balance amounts, and relevant dates. The document is particularly important for compliance with local regulatory requirements and international banking standards, often being required for external audits, financial reporting, and regulatory reviews.

1. Letter Header: Bank's letterhead, date, reference number, and customer's address

2. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a Balance Confirmation Letter with reference period

3. Account Details: Customer's name, account number(s), and other identifying information

4. Balance Statement: Clear statement of the balance(s) as of specific date, including currency

5. Confirmation Request: Request for customer to confirm the balance and instructions on how to respond

6. Response Deadline: Specific date by which the confirmation should be returned

7. Contact Information: Details of whom to contact in case of questions or discrepancies

8. Standard Disclaimer: Bank's standard disclaimers and legal notices

9. Signature Block: Authorized signatory details and bank's official stamp