What rule set governs the SLOC?
Typically issued under UCP 600(ICC Pub. 600) or ISP 98(ICC Pub. 590), with RBI/FEMA compliance.
Which transactions are bankable?
Likely:
EPC contracts, import finance, infrastructure projects, performance bonds with low call risk.
Unlikely:
Speculative commodities, crypto trades, sanctioned-party deals, unresolved licensing or environmental issues.
Why is minimal call risk important?
High expected call frequency drives up capital allocation and makes standby LCs uneconomical.
Can we choose the issuing bank?
You may indicate preferences (e.g. SBI, ICICI, HDFC, Axis), but final selection depends on ticket size, jurisdiction and available credit lines.
Are retainer funds refundable if issuance fails?
No. Retainer covers legal, valuation and due-diligence costs already incurred.
What if the contract value changes?
Amendments require consent from issuing/confirming banks and beneficiary, per UCP 600 Article 10; additional fees may apply.
How is compliance monitored?
Financely follows RBI, PMLA and FATF standards with full sanctions, AML and adverse-media screening.