I applied in-person. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at HSBC (Hong Kong) in Apr 2015
Interview
There are two apt tests (one verbal reasoning, one mathematics), one phone interview, three Face-to-face interviews with line managers. I apply it in late Jan. For face to face interview, the interviewers will ask questions base on your past experience (stated in your CV), role-play may be required also.