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Trade
Finance

Letters of credit, documentary collections, and trade lending to keep your international supply chain moving.

Financing Global Trade

Standard Trust provides trade finance solutions that help importers and exporters manage risk, bridge cash flow gaps, and grow their international businesses.

Our correspondent banking network spans 80+ countries, giving you access to local expertise wherever you trade.

Our Trade Finance Products

Letters of Credit

Irrevocable and confirmed letters of credit that guarantee payment to your suppliers upon presentation of compliant documents.

Documentary Collections

A cost-effective alternative to LCs. We handle the document exchange between your bank and the buyer's bank.

Trade Loans

Pre-shipment and post-shipment financing to bridge the gap between producing goods and receiving payment.

Trade Finance Questions

What is a letter of credit?

A letter of credit is a guarantee from our bank that your supplier will be paid upon presentation of compliant shipping documents, reducing risk in international trade.

What's the difference between letters of credit and documentary collections?

Letters of credit provide a bank payment guarantee, while documentary collections are a cost-effective alternative where we handle the document exchange between banks. The right choice depends on your risk profile and relationship with your trading partner.

How far does your correspondent network reach?

Our correspondent banking network spans 80+ countries, giving you access to local expertise wherever you trade.

Can trade finance help with cash flow gaps?

Yes. Our pre-shipment and post-shipment trade loans bridge the gap between producing goods and receiving payment, helping you manage working capital.

How do I discuss my specific trade needs?

Speak directly with our trade finance team via the contact page to structure a solution that fits your business.

Discuss Your Trade Needs

Our trade finance team can structure a solution that fits your business.