Documentary Letter of Credit Issuance for International Trade and Cross-Border Transactions

Documentary Letter of Credit (DLC) Facilitation Services
Service Scope We facilitate the issuance of Documentary Letters of Credit (DLCs), ensuring secure, compliant, and fast-moving trade transactions. Our role covers end-to-end documentation support, compliance, and coordination with trusted issuing banks.
Engagement Process
  • Engagement letter signed to formalize the scope
  • Client uploads deal documents to our secure platform
  • Retainer fee is paid to initiate issuance
  • DLC is issued within 3–21 working days
Who It's For Importers, exporters, trade brokers, and project sponsors needing secure payment structures for cross-border transactions between $1M and $100M.
Key Benefits
  • Eliminates non-payment risk
  • Accepted globally by suppliers and trading partners
  • Backed by Tier 1 issuing banks
Common DLC Types
  • Irrevocable: Cannot be canceled without agreement
  • Confirmed: Additional guarantee by a second bank
  • Red Clause: Allows advance funding to the seller
  • Standby: Backup payment instrument in case of default
Parties Involved
  • Applicant: The buyer requesting the DLC
  • Beneficiary: The seller/exporter receiving payment
  • Issuing Bank: Issues the LC on the buyer’s behalf
  • Advising Bank: Notifies and confirms the LC to the seller
Compliance & Risk We review all documentation before submission to the bank, ensure full alignment with LC terms, and handle compliance issues to prevent rejections or delays.
Issuing Banks We Work With JPMorgan Chase, China Construction Bank, and select international banks with strong reputations and proven reliability.
Timeline 3 to 21 working days from engagement to issuance, depending on deal readiness and document quality.
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