DLC / SBLC Trade Instrument Reassignment — Africa Trade Gateway
Need to use an LC or SBLC issued by an African bank for an international trade transaction?
Need to use an LC or SBLC issued by an African bank for an international trade transaction? International suppliers often hesitate to accept instruments issued directly by African banks, or require costly Tier-1 confirmation. We assess the instrument and transaction structure, then arrange an Assignment of Proceeds (AOP) through UAE banking partners — preserving your existing banking relationships.
- No change required to existing banking relationships
- Compliance screening, verification, and instrument acceptance
- Full transaction management: structuring, contract administration, supplier onboarding, documentary compliance
- Every transaction subject to KYC, AML, CTF, international screening, and ICC UCP 600 where applicable
Cost-Effective Trade Instrument Facilitation
Indicative parameters only. Actual terms are subject to assessment, documentation and the relevant financing institution's approval.
You don't need a complete package to start. Submit the basic transaction details first — we'll tell you what additional documents are required.
Is this suitable for you?
This may be suitable if you have:
- Trade instrument (MT700 DLC, MT760 SBLC, guarantee) issued by an African bank
- Established commodity trading relationship and contract
- International supplier requiring enhanced payment assurance
- Transaction and counterparties able to pass KYC/AML screening
- Instrument value and tenor within program parameters
Final eligibility depends on transaction assessment and the relevant financing institution.
Check EligibilityHow the Structure Works
African Bank
Issues a Documentary LC (MT700), SBLC (MT760), or other acceptable instrument.
Epiidosis
Acts as contractual seller and trade facilitation partner.
Instrument Review
Compliance screening, verification, and acceptance.
Assignment of Proceeds
Arranged through a UAE banking partner, subject to approval.
International Supplier
Receives enhanced payment assurance from the UAE banking partner.
Shipment of Goods
Supplier ships the contracted commodity.
Compliant Documents
Presentation of compliant shipping documents.
Payment & Settlement
Settlement to the supplier per the AOP and transaction documents.
What we'll typically ask for
For a first review, we'll typically ask for:
- Copy of the trade instrument (MT700/MT760) or issuing bank details
- Sale and purchase contract with the counterparty
- Company and beneficial ownership (KYC) documents
- Shipment and commodity specifications
Additional documents may be requested after the initial assessment.
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Ready to structure this transaction?
Every engagement begins with a commercial proposal, banking assessment, indicative costs, transaction structure, and execution timeline.