Top 5 Banks for Confirming Letters of Credit
Letter of credit confirmation provides a second payment undertaking. It protects exporters against issuing bank and country risk. The strongest confirming banks combine wide correspondent networks, balance sheet capacity, and experience in complex jurisdictions. Below are five banks regarded as leaders in LC confirmation under UCP600.
“When counterparties are uncertain, confirmation is the extra layer that gets a deal done. The best banks handle it with speed and enforceable wording.”
★★★★★
— Head of Export Finance, Global Trader
The 5 Banks Known for Confirmation Strength
- HSBC
— Global correspondent reach, especially strong in Asia and the Middle East.
- Standard Chartered
— Deep coverage in Africa and frontier markets where confirmation is critical.
- Citi
— Consistent confirmer with robust North America and Europe network.
- JPMorgan Chase
— Large capacity and experience with high-value commodity trade confirmations.
- Deutsche Bank
— Longstanding leader in structured confirmations across Europe and emerging markets.
Snapshot: Coverage and Typical Speed
| Bank |
Regions Covered |
Confirmation Timeline |
| HSBC |
Asia, Middle East, Europe, Americas |
48–72 hours |
| Standard Chartered |
Asia, Africa, Middle East |
2–4 days depending on jurisdiction |
| Citi |
Americas, Europe, Asia |
2–3 business days |
| JPMorgan |
North & Latin America, Europe |
2–3 business days |
| Deutsche Bank |
Europe, Africa, Asia |
3–5 business days |
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