Export Letters of Credit

The Export Letter of Credit is issued by the bank of the firm which is buying your goods and services. That bank commits to pay you, the seller, when you have complied with the documentary terms identified in the letter of credit.

If you’re the beneficiary of an Export Letter of Credit, we will assist you in complying with the letter of credit terms so you will be paid in full within the agreed time limit. Our seasoned international banking specialists will guide you through the process, helping make sure you receive the prompt payment that’s crucial to your cash flow.

To use these services, download these forms. Or contact an International Banking Trade Finance Specialist for more information.

Download forms:

Export Letter of Credit Instructions
This form is to be used by an Exporter (seller) to instruct his buyer to use CB&T as the advising bank and also the terms and conditions desired in the Export Letter of Credit.

Transferable Agreement
This form is to be used by a Beneficiary (seller) of an Export Letter of Credit wishing to irrevocably transfer all or a portion of a Credit to a Second Beneficiary.

Assignment of Proceeds
This form is to be used by a Beneficiary (seller) of an Export Letter of Credit to irrevocably assign proceeds of the Credit to a third party.

Draft Purchase Agreement
This form is to be used by a Beneficiary (seller) of an Export Letter of Credit to sell to CB&T the draft prior to its maturity.

Bank Draft
This form is to be used by an Exporter (seller) to prepare a Bill of Exchange.

Document for Negotiation Under Letter of Credit
This form is to be used by a Beneficiary (seller) of an Export Letter of Credit to submit documents for examination and negotiation to CB&T.