Understanding the Essentials of Letters of Credit - 25th Run

The Understanding the Essentials of Letters of Credit workshop is designed to equip participants with a good understanding of the terms and conditions in letters of credits (LCs), and the uses, mechanics and risks of LCs. At the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

1. explain in outline what Documentary Credits are,
2. understand how to use a Documentary Credit,
3. show in simple chart form how a Credit is created and used, and
4. understand the various terms involved when using Documentary Credits.

The workshop is case-based, interactive and highly practical.

Key Topics

• Overview of methods of payment and trade facilities in international trade
• Trade documents commonly used in international trade: bills of exchange, bills of lading, invoices, packing list, insurance, cerificate of origin, etc
• Trade terms commonly used in internationl trade: FOB, CFR, CIF, FCA, CIP, CPT, EXW, FAS, DDP, (DAT, DAP replaces DDU, DAF, DES, DEQ)
• Step-by-step detailed flow charts and samples on how various types of LCs work
• Cost-saving areas in LC transactions which your bankers will never tell you
• Why payments are often delayed in LC transactions and how to overcome this
• Date of issue, shipment, presentation, date and place of expiry
• Role and liability of banks and rights of recourse
• Practical pointers when applying for an LC (importer)
• How to prepare and check documents to avoid discrepancies