In international trade, the Letter of Credit (LC) is a widely used financial instrument that guarantees payment between an importer and an exporter. It offers a secure mechanism that assures both parties about the timely payment of goods and services, as long as specific terms are met. For a successful transaction under an LC, thorough […]
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has published the Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits (UCP 600) as a set of guidelines for banks and businesses engaged in international trade. Some of the key provisions of UCP 600 include:
International Standard Banking Practice (ISBP 745) is a set of guidelines established by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) to provide guidance on the interpretation of the Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits (UCP 600) in the context of documentary credit transactions. Following the ISBP 745 guidelines is important for LC payment requests for […]
What is LC (Letter of Credit)? “LC” typically stands for “Letter of Credit.” A Letter of Credit is a document issued by a bank that guarantees payment to a seller for goods or services, provided that certain conditions are met. Essentially, the bank acts as an intermediary between the buyer and the seller, ensuring that […]
A complete manual and word of advice as per below details to understand switch bill of lading and their types: What it means? A switch Bill of Lading refers to a second set of Bill of Lading issued by the carrier (or its agent) to substitute the original bills of lading issued at the time of shipment.Even […]