Documentary Letter of Credit

Documentary Letter of Credit

Documentary Letter of Credit (DLC) Term Sheet
Parameter Details
Issuer
  • AAA-rated international banks.
  • Full compliance with UCP 600 or ISP98 rules as applicable.
Applicant
  • Corporate entities or project SPVs with a proven credit profile.
  • Backed by collateral, retainer fees, or parent company guarantees where required.
Beneficiary
  • Suppliers or exporters requiring payment assurance.
  • Trade partners engaged in international transactions.
Purpose
  • Facilitate international trade transactions.
  • Provide payment assurance to exporters.
  • Mitigate risks associated with cross-border transactions.
LC Amount
  • Minimum: $100,000 USD.
  • Maximum: $10,000,000 USD (higher amounts subject to additional underwriting).
Tenor
  • 30 days to 1 year, renewable.
  • Shorter or longer tenors available based on transaction requirements.
Retainer Fees
  • $55,000 for facilities up to $5M USD.
  • $135,000 for facilities up to $10M USD.
  • Non-refundable.
  • Payable upon term sheet execution.
Issuance Fee
  • 1.0% to 3.0% of LC face value annually.
  • Based on creditworthiness and transaction complexity.
Issuing Banks JPMorgan Chase, China Construction Bank
Interest Rates U.S. Prime Rate + 3% per annum
Maximum LC Face Value $10,000,000 USD
Conditions Precedent
  • Submission of financial statements and credit documentation.
  • Clear proof of underlying trade transaction.
  • Verification of collateral or guarantees supporting the DLC.
  • Compliance with applicable trade regulations and standards.
Security Package
  • First-ranking lien on collateral, if applicable.
  • Parent company or personal guarantees.
  • Assignment of receivables or other cash flow rights.
Disbursement Timeline
  • DLC issuance within 10-20 days after all conditions precedent are satisfied.
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