FOB vs CIF for LC financing; risk transfer
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Overview
Incoterms 2020 — Financing Implications Guide: FOB vs CIF for LC financing; risk transfer. This guide covers all aspects of trade finance relevant to India-EU-UAE-World trade mandates facilitated by All Frontier Global Nexus.
Key Instruments
Primary instrument overview and applicability
Documentation requirements and timeline
Bank and financial institution roles
Legal framework and ICC regulations applicable
Cost structure and typical pricing
Step-by-Step Process
Agree trade terms and finance instrument with buyer/seller
Approach bank for facility — provide mandate details and financials
Complete KYC, credit assessment, and trade documentation
Issue / receive finance instrument (LC, BG, SBLC etc.)
Ship goods and present documents to bank
Receive payment / retire finance instrument
Risk Considerations
Documentary discrepancy — use AJG LC checklist to avoid rejection
Country risk — check ECGC country classification before open account
Currency risk — hedge INR/EUR exposure with forward contracts
Payment default — ECGC/ECA cover recommended for new buyers
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