信用状(L/C)

Detail Information

A letter of credit is the most secure and commonly used instrument in international trade finance. To standardize and unify therequirements
and conditions of letters of credit, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has issued its Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits, well known as "UCP600". Practically all banks of the world follow UCP600, which means that it does not depend on what country your partner is from; you will have the same approach and definitions in your trade transaction.

A Letter of Credit Type

  • Import Letter of Credit
  • Export Letter of Credit Advising
  • Confirmed Letter of Credit
  • Transferrable Letter of Credit
  • Standby Letter of Credit
  • Back to back Letter of Credit
  • Discount on LC Acceptance
  • Shipping Guarantee

Pricing

1. Import Letter of Credit

NoDescriptionFee Charge
1Issuance0.125% p.m., min. USD50 Plus cable fee USD50
2AmendmentAmount and Expiry Date: 0.125%, min. USD40 plus cable USD30
All other: USD30 flat plus cable USD30
3CancellationUSD50 plus cable USD30
4Acceptance (Usance Bill)0.10% p.m, min. USD50 plus cable USD30
5Settlement0.15% min. USD25 plus cable USD15
6ReimbursementUSD40 (from Beneficiary)
7DiscrepanciesUSD50 plus cable USD30 (from Beneficiary)

 

2. Export Letter of Credit

NoDescriptionFee Charge
1Advising ChargeUSD30
2Confirmation Charge0.125% p.m., min. USD50 plus cable USD30
3Acceptance (Usance Bill)All other: USD30 flat plus cable USD30 (from beneficiary)
4Discrepancies0.12% p.m, min. USD50 plus cable USD30
5Documents examination/ Negotiation0.15% min. USD50
6Transfer0.125% min. USD50 plus cable USD30

 

Benefits

  • As the most secure instrument in trade finance, the bank guarantees payment to the seller once all terms and conditions are met, eliminating the risk of non-payment.
  • Adheres to the International Chamber of Commerce's UCP600 rules. This ensures that no matter which country your partner is from, the definitions and procedures remain consistent, reducing misunderstandings.
  • Since practically all banks worldwide follow these uniform rules, you can trade with confidence knowing there is a standardized approach to your transaction.
  • Provides a solid foundation for trading with new international partners by replacing the buyer's credit risk with the bank's creditworthiness.

Request Form

  • To help you get started quickly, we have provided all essential Trade Finance application forms here. Simply download and complete the relevant documents to initiate your trade services efficiently.
    • Application for Irrevocable Letter of Credit Form (Click to Download)
    • Application for Letter of Credit Amendment/Cancellation Form (Click to Download)

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Terms and Conditions

  • Terms and conditions are subject to change at the discretion of the Bank without prior notice to the Customer.

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