Advance payments
Goods shipped once payment is received
Our Advance Payments are allowed against a Proforma Invoice and favours the exporter.
Why you need this
Favours the exporter
This method of payment favours the exporter, as the goods are only shipped (or in some cases manufactured) once payment has been received from the buyer (importer).
What you need to do
Whether you are importing or exporting
Understanding what to do whether you are importing or exporting.
What the risks are
Know what to look out for
Laws imposed
The seller's country may impose laws that prevent the shipment from taking place.
Seller might not ship
The seller may not ship the right quality and/or quantity of goods, or he/she may not ship at all.
No advance payments allowed
The buyer's country may not allow advance payments in respect of imported goods.
Minimise the risks
- Bank/Status reports can be obtained to ascertain the reliability and integrity of the seller
- Country reports are useful in determining the stability of the seller's country
When to use this
Manufacture only when paid
Know when to use this method of settling an international trade transaction..