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Back-to-back Letter of Credit

Efficient Trade Finance with Back-to-Back Letters of Credit

Back-to-Back Letters of Credit (LC) provide a seamless solution for businesses managing complex trade finance operations. This facility enables an intermediary (such as a trading company) to use an inbound LC from a buyer as collateral to issue an outbound LC to their supplier.

Financely partners with AAA-rated banks globally, facilitating the issuance of Back-to-Back LCs to support international trade. This tool bridges liquidity gaps while ensuring all parties meet their contractual obligations, streamlining the supply chain.

  • Available for global businesses in diverse sectors
  • Minimum LC value: $1 Million USD
  • Maximum facility size: $25 Million USD

To begin the process, submit a request here. Financely will guide you through the issuance, ensuring efficiency and compliance.

Detailed Term Sheet for Back-to-Back Letters of Credit
Parameter Details
Minimum LC Value $1 Million USD
Maximum Facility Size $25 Million USD (Syndication possible for larger facilities)
Issuing Banks AAA-rated global banks, including HSBC, Citibank, Standard Chartered, and others.
Fees and Costs
  • Origination Fee: 1.25% – 2.5% of LC value
  • Processing Fee: $25,000 to $100,000, based on complexity
  • Retainer Fee: $50,000 (refundable if the LC is not issued)
Timeline
  • 10–15 business days for standard transactions
  • Additional time required for overseas due diligence
Documentation Required
  • Inbound LC details
  • Supplier and buyer contracts
  • Company financials and KYC documents
  • Proof of transaction flow
Renewals Facility renewals and increases available upon financial review.
Process
  1. Submit a Request for Quote
  2. Receive and sign engagement letter
  3. Transfer the refundable retainer
  4. Submit required documentation
  5. Issuance of Back-to-Back LC
Disclaimer: Financely facilitates Back-to-Back LC issuance through AAA-rated banks. Facilities are subject to compliance checks, due diligence, and approval. Financely is not a securities broker or dealer and does not guarantee funding outcomes.
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