This arrangement allows an Importer to pay for goods after getting possession of shipping documents (Documents against Payment (D/P) or to pay at a later date- typically after selling and collecting (Documents against Acceptance (D/A), with FTB playing an intermediary role.
Whether you are an importer or exporter, make use of this service to facilitate smooth settlement for goods under “open account” arrangement (where seller releases goods prior to receiving payment).
Benefits:
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These instruments enable the importer to access goods on credit from the exporter, thus boosting their working capital.
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A good way of managing liquidity/cashflows as payments can be tagged to periods of high sales.
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Very affordable compared to other forms of credit.
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Involving the bank in import trade increases trust between the importer and exporter.
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Enhances the Importer’s capacity to obtain credit from the bank.
Requirements:
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An operational bank account with Finance Trust bank