Trade Finance
Facilitate international trade with letters of credit, bank guarantees, and documentary collections in multiple currencies. Global correspondent banking network.
Key Features
- Import and export letters of credit
- Performance and bid bond guarantees
- Documentary collections (D/P and D/A)
- Multi-currency support (USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, JPY)
- 24-48 hour processing
- SWIFT network with global correspondent banks
Rates & Charges
- Amendment Fee: USD 50
- LC Commission: 1.5% per quarter
- SWIFT Charges: USD 35 per message
- Guarantee Commission: 2% p.a.
Eligibility Requirements
- Active business current account
- Trading history of 1+ year
- Import/export license where applicable
- Adequate security or cash margin
Required Documents
- 📋 Pro-forma invoice or contract — Bring to branch
- 📋 Import/export license — Bring to branch
- 📋 Insurance certificate — Bring to branch
- 📋 Shipping documents — Bring to branch
Frequently Asked Questions
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Terms & Conditions
Trade Finance facilities are governed by the Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits (UCP 600) and the Uniform Rules for Demand Guarantees (URDG 758) as applicable. The applicant bears all risks associated with the underlying commercial transaction.The Bank acts as an intermediary and makes no warranty regarding the goods or services underlying any trade finance instrument. Discrepant documents under letters of credit will be handled per the issuing bank's instructions.
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