Cross-Border Trade Finance Structuring

Cross-Border Trade Finance Structuring | LCs, SBLCs, Borrowing Base, Hedging, Compliance

Cross-Border Trade Finance Structuring

Move cargo, match cash flows, and pass bank checks. We structure Letters of Credit and Standbys with clean wording, set issuer and confirmer lineups that actually pay, build borrowing-base working capital around receivables and inventory, and add risk cover and hedging so trades clear on time across corridors.
Who We Serve
  • * Importers, distributors, and traders
  • * Producers and processors moving bulk and containerized goods
  • * EPC buyers and industrials with milestone purchases
Typical Use Cases
  • Securing supplier capacity and shipment dates
  • Stretching payables with usance and UPAS
  • Pre-export draws against signed offtake
  • AR and inventory-backed working capital
Instruments We Structure
  • DLC at Sight under UCP600
  • Usance LC 30–180 Days and UPAS
  • Standby LC under ISP98 or UCP600
  • URDG 758 Demand Guarantees where required

What We Deliver

LC & Standby Wording

Draft MT700 or standby text with clear documents, dates, place of expiry, reimbursement path, and charges clause that examiners accept.

Issuer & Confirmer Lineup

Banks that book your corridor, nominated bank capacity, optional confirmation, and MT740 reimbursement arrangements when needed.

Working Capital Around Flow

Borrowing-base facilities on AR and inventory, pre-export finance with assignment of proceeds, and discounting of accepted usance LCs.

Risk Cover & Hedging

Trade credit insurance, PRI where needed, FX forwards or NDFs, and commodity hedges tied to your pricing formulas.

Corridors And Sectors We Cover

Energy

Crude and refined products, LNG/LPG, biofuels; tank warrants and inspector sign-offs.

Metals & Minerals

Concentrates, cathodes, scrap; assay/weight certificates and warehouse control.

Agriculture & Softs

Grains, sugar, coffee, cocoa, cotton; WR financing, fumigation, phytosanitary.

Industrial & EPC

Machinery, components, solar modules; milestone schedules and standbys for performance and advance payments.

Controls That Clear Credit

Clean Documentary Setup

Incoterms match transport documents, standard inspection and origin wording, consistent shipment and presentation dates, and a workable place of expiry.

Issuer, Corridor, Sanctions

Issuer strength tested for the corridor, optional confirmation for payout certainty, and full sanctions checks on all parties and goods.

Cash Flow Alignment

UPAS or acceptance discounting for sight payout, borrowing-base eligibility rules that reflect seasonality, and hedging linked to contract formulas.

Eligibility And Documents Required

Baseline Profile
  • Operating company with verifiable revenues
  • Contract or PO with Incoterms and shipment plan
  • Acceptable issuer and country risk for corridor
  • Clear sanctions and insurance posture
Checklist To Start
  • KYC, corporate documents, ownership table
  • Recent financials and bank statements
  • Draft LC or standby text with rule set and document list
  • Advising or nominated bank preference where applicable

Process To Closing

  1. Share contract, shipment plan, KYC, financials, and draft LC or standby.
  2. Receive eligibility view, issuer and confirmer options, and fee letters.
  3. Finalize wording, reimbursement path, and risk cover or hedges.
  4. Issue MT700 or MT760, engage advising or nominated bank.
  5. Ship and present documents; discrepancies cured or accepted.
  6. Seller paid at sight via confirmation, UPAS, or discounting; applicant repays at tenor where usance applies.

Illustrative Pricing

Issuance 0.30%–1.20% flat per 90 days by issuer and corridor. Confirmation 0.40%–1.70% flat where required. Document examination 0.10%–0.20% flat. Discount margin priced over base for the usance period. Borrowing-base margins and fees depend on eligibility and controls. Final allocation follows the charges clause.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Rules Apply To Each Instrument?

Commercial LCs follow UCP600. Standbys follow ISP98 or UCP600 if specified. Demand guarantees follow URDG 758 where beneficiaries mandate guarantee form.

Can We Pay Suppliers At Sight And Repay Later?

Yes. UPAS or acceptance discounting pays the beneficiary at sight while the applicant repays at the agreed usance maturity.

How Do Borrowing-Base Lines Work With LCs?

We set eligibility for AR and inventory, add collateral managers and blocked accounts, and align LC shipment timing with borrowing-base availability to avoid cash gaps.

Request Cross-Border Structuring Terms

Send your contract, shipment plan, draft LC or standby text, KYC, and financials. We will respond with eligibility and a lineup of issuing banks, confirming banks, discounting providers, and working-capital options, including pricing bands and a clear path to issuance and settlement.

Request Indicative Terms

Financely acts as advisor and arranger on a best efforts basis. We are not a bank. All mandates are subject to KYC and AML, sanctions screening, credit approval, legal documentation, available capacity from counterparties, and compliance with applicable laws. Nothing here is a commitment to lend or an offer of securities. Terms vary by bank names, jurisdictions, and documentary quality.

Get Started With Us

Submit Your Deal & Receive a Proposal Within 1-3 Working Days

Submit your deal using our secure intake form, and receive a quote within 1-3 business days. Existing clients can connect with their relationship manager through our secure web portal.


All submissions are promptly reviewed, and all communications are conducted through the intake form or the client portal for a seamless and secure process.

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Thank you for considering working with us. A nominal fee of US$500 is required upon completion of each form. This fee covers the time and effort we invest in reviewing your submission and crafting a thorough proposal. We receive numerous inquiries and prioritize those that carry this fee, ensuring serious applicants receive prompt attention.

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Tap into solutions like letters of credit, bank guarantees, and payment facilitation. We address the challenge of global transaction risk through structured strategies that foster cross-border growth. Complete the form to unlock streamlined funding aligned with your commercial objectives.

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Access non-recourse funding for infrastructure, renewable energy, or other capital-intensive ventures. We mitigate capital constraints by isolating project assets and focusing on risk management. Provide your details to receive a structure that drives growth and maximizes returns.

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Secure financing for business or real estate acquisitions. We ease transaction hurdles by reviewing cash flow, synergy opportunities, and exit plans. Complete the form for a customized proposal that supports your strategic investment objectives.

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Financely assists banks facing Basel III pressures by distributing trade finance deals and providing collateral for letters of credit. We reduce capital burdens while preserving client relationships and fostering service expansion. Submit your request to optimize your trade finance offerings.

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Once we receive your submission, our team will review your information to determine feasibility. If eligible, you will receive a proposal or term sheet within 1–3 business days. Visit our FAQ and Procedure pages for more information.

Disclaimer: Financely provides financing based on due diligence and feasibility. Approval is not guaranteed, and past performance does not predict future outcomes. All terms are subject to review. Financely primarily assists with structuring and distribution. Qualified parties carry out the project if the client approves the proposal.

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If you still have questions after visiting our FAQ and Procedure pages, we invite you to book a paid consultation for personalized guidance. A $250 USD fee applies per session.