Letter of Credit means: Any arrangement, however, named or described, that is irrevocable and thereby constitutes a definite undertaking of the issuing bank to honour a complying presentation. It not only guarantees product protection but also ensures flexible payment terms.

Documentary Collection (DC) occurs when a seller instructs his bank to forward documents related to the exporting of goods or services to the buyer’s bank, then requesting to present these documents to the buyer for their payment. The contract will also include the conditions under which conditions the documents can released to the buyer.

Performance Guarantee is an agreement between a Client and a Contractor. The bank offers a guarantee to the client on behalf of a contractor that work will be done as per the agreement. A Performance Guarantee is issued by a financial institution or bank to a contractor, to promise completion and the due performance of the works of the service, as described in the contract documents.

A guarantee means giving something as security. A bank guarantee is when a bank offers surety and guarantees for different business obligations on behalf of their customers within certain regulations. It is generally a promise made by the bank to any third person to undertake the payment risk on behalf of its customers.

A Standby Letter of Credit (SBLC) is a guarantee that is made by a bank on behalf of a client, which ensures payment will be made even if their client cannot fulfill the payment. It is a payment of last resort from the bank, and ideally, is never meant to be used.

Proof of Funds (POF) is a letter or documentation that certifies that an individual, institution, or corporation has sufficient funds (money) to complete a transaction. A POF is typically issued by a commercial bank to provide confidence or assurance to another party – typically a seller – that the individual or entity in question has sufficient funds to complete an agreed-upon purchase.