Letter of Credit Arranger
As a Letter of Credit arranger, Financely structures and underwrites both performance and financial standby letters of credit (SLOCs) for mid-market corporates, commodity traders, and project sponsors. We bridge the gap between your commercial needs and a bank’s risk appetite—ensuring your guarantee is credible, compliant, and aligned with your transaction.
Why Use a Letter of Credit Arranger?
- Complex deal support:
We handle multi-jurisdictional requirements and tailor collateral solutions.
- Bank introductions:
Access our network of rated international banks and FINRA-licensed chaperones.
- Regulatory compliance:
Full AML/KYC, ISP 98 or UCP 600 rule selection, and sanctioned-party screening.
- Efficiency:
Streamlined process reduces time to issuance from months to weeks.
Our Arranger Services
We offer end-to-end LC arranging, including:
- Deal structuring & financial modeling
- Preparation of offering documents and term sheets
- Collateral appraisal, pledge, and trustee setup
- Credit committee presentation and bank negotiations
- SWIFT MT760 or Bank Guarantee issuance coordination
How to Engage Financely
- Screening call:
Discuss your transaction scope, amount, tenor, and beneficiary requirements.
- Proposal & mandate:
We deliver a tailored engagement letter outlining deliverables and fees.
- KYC & documentation:
Submit financials, corporate docs, and collateral details.
- Underwriting & structuring:
Our team and external counsel build the credit package.
- Bank negotiation & issuance:
We present to banks; upon approval, we coordinate issuance.
Pricing & Structuring Offer
Our fees cover in-house experts, external legal opinions, appraisers, and chaperone services. Standard engagement economics:
SBLC Structuring Offer
Objective:
Secure a bank-issued SLOC while preserving working capital. Financely arranges:
- Loans against receivables, inventory or fixed assets
- Equity injections via institutional partners
- Third-party sponsored issuance
Pricing Summary (USD)
| Item |
Range / Description |
| Retainer |
$50,000 – $200,000 (post-mandate) |
| Success Fee |
1 – 3 % of face amount |
| Delivery |
SWIFT MT760 or Bank Guarantee |
Timeline:
4 – 12 weeks from onboarding to issuance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What distinguishes performance vs. financial SLOC?
A: Performance SLOCs guarantee project or contract completion. Financial SLOCs secure payment obligations under loan or trade agreements.
Q: Which rule set applies?
A: We customize between ISP 98 or UCP 600 based on jurisdiction and beneficiary requirements.
Q: How much collateral is needed?
A: Banks generally require 100 – 110 % collateral coverage via cash, receivables, inventory, or hard assets.
Q: Who are your chaperones?
A: We partner with FINRA-licensed broker-dealers that execute securities, custody funds, and ensure AML/KYC compliance under SEA Section 15(a) and FINRA rules.
Q: Can I negotiate fees?
A: Retainers and success fees reflect the complexity of work and are standard for boutique arrangers. They ensure commitment and cover real costs.
Disclaimer:
Financely Group is an arranger and advisor only. All mandates are subject to full KYC, AML, and credit approval by third-party banks or chaperones. Fees and timelines are indicative and may vary with transaction complexity and jurisdiction.