Import Finance
Finance your overseas purchases and pay suppliers upfront without draining cash reserves.
How It Works
Import finance enables you to pay overseas suppliers upfront or on their terms, while you receive extended payment terms from the lender. This bridges the gap between paying your supplier and receiving payment from your own customers. Facilities can be structured as letters of credit, guarantees, or direct supplier payments.
Typical Amounts
£100k – £15m+
Terms
Per-shipment or revolving, 30–180 day repayment cycles
Who It's For
Importers and distributors who need to pay overseas suppliers before goods arrive or are sold. Ideal for businesses where supplier terms don't align with customer payment cycles.
Key Benefits
- Pay suppliers upfront to secure better pricing
- Extend your effective payment terms
- Letter of credit and guarantee facilities available
- Multi-currency payment capability
- Reduces pressure on working capital
Frequently Asked Questions
Related Insights
New to trade finance? Read our full guide: What Is Trade Finance? A UK Business Guide.
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