Products for Importers

We offer a wide range of import services, delivered by our experienced trade team, who will ensure that your business is handled efficiently and without delay. What’s more, with the support of our global network behind you, you can rest assured that we have HSBC representatives available to assist you, wherever in the world you do business.

Issuance of documentary credits (DCs) and standby letter of credits (SBLCs)

When issuing DCs or SBLCs through HSBC, you enjoy the following benefits:

• Detailed advice on structuring the instruments to meet your import requirements
• Comprehensive guidance on the DC terms and conditions
• Access to HSBC's vast global expertise and resources
• Ability to turnaround transaction processing expeditiously

Import Collections services

This is a cost-effective solution for trading internationally. Under this arrangement, the importer gets the shipping documents, after making payment or providing an acceptance to pay at a future date. We have established strict service standards, which ensure that you are promptly informed of any documentary collections drawn on you.

Import Financing

We can address funding gaps in your trade cycle and support your business, by providing you import financing options in foreign currency (at LIBOR linked rates) or in Indian Rupees. We can arrange import buyers' credit financing through HSBC branches / group entities overseas, at internationally competitive LIBOR linked rates.

Advance Remittances / Direct Remittances

For your import payments to be made to overseas beneficiaries, we provide a quick turnaround for payments by way of Telegraphic Transfer / Demand Drafts etc.

Issuance of shipping guarantees/delivery order or any other guarantee

In case the goods you import arrive before the transport documents, we could issue you a shipping guarantee / delivery order to facilitate taking delivery of the goods. You then have immediate access to your goods and avoid expensive storage fees and demurrage charges.

Advisory services on any Import transactions

Whatever your sourcing requirements, we are well positioned to provide you expert advice for structuring your import transactions. Leveraging on our global presence, we can offer solutions where HSBC group entities can handle the transaction on both sides thereby ensuring a smoother, safer and a more cost-effective execution of transactions.

Terms and Conditions apply

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