Documentary Letter of Credit (DLC): Issuance and Confirmation

Documentary Letter of Credit (DLC) – Apply for Issuance and Confirmation

Documentary Letter of Credit (DLC) – Apply for Issuance and Confirmation

Financely arranges bank-issued Documentary Letters of Credit (MT700) and confirmations for qualified importers and exporters. If you need clean, enforceable payment terms and a bank that will stand behind the deal, we structure, place, and coordinate issuance so goods move and counterparties get paid against compliant documents.

Outcome: bank-issued DLC with optional confirmation, clear document terms, and a defined timeline to shipment and payment.

Who this fits

  • Importers needing bank-backed payment terms to secure supply.
  • Exporters requiring confirmed payment from stronger banks.
  • Deals where prepayment is a non-starter and documentary control is required.
  • Transactions replacing failed or delayed bank arrangements.

DLC parameters

Parameter Details
Amount Range USD 500K to USD 100M+, larger by syndication
Instrument Irrevocable DLC – SWIFT MT700; add confirmation as required
Rules UCP 600; ISP98 on standby components where applicable
Issuing/Confirming Banks Rated international banks; confirmation by first-class banks on request
Fees Issuance, advising, confirmation (if any), and docs checking; disclosed up front
Timeline 7–15 business days from complete file and mandate

Our DLC process

1) Deal Intake
Review contract terms, Incoterms, shipment windows, and counterparties.
2) Structure & Term Sheet
Define documents, tolerances, partials, confirmation, and pricing.
3) Bank Approval & Draft
Secure issuing bank, circulate MT700 draft, align on document list.
4) Issuance & Shipment
Transmit MT700; goods ship; bank pays on compliant presentation.

Why clients choose Financely

  • Independent advisory across multiple banks to get you the best fit.
  • Tight document sets to cut discrepancies and protect cash flow.
  • Clear timelines and direct access to decision-makers.
  • Experience across commodities, industrials, and complex cross-border flows.

Request DLC issuance or confirmation terms

Send your contract, shipment plan, and document preferences. We’ll confirm eligibility and return a term sheet.

Start the Process

DLC document checklist (to avoid delays)

  • Draft sales contract with Incoterms, shipment window, and tolerance.
  • Required documents list (invoice, B/L or AWB, insurance, COO, packing list, inspection if any).
  • Presentation period, partial shipments, and transshipment rules.
  • Beneficiary bank details and advising/confirming bank preference.

This page is informational. Any DLC arrangement is subject to KYC/AML, credit approval, and executed agreements. Financely is an independent advisor; we are not a bank and we do not guarantee issuance or confirmation without underwriting and bank approval.

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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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.

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