Export LC & Trade Documentation Guides

Practical how-to guides and checklists for export coordinators, trade finance specialists, and documentation teams. Built on UCP 600, ISBP 745, and real-world trade finance expertise.

Guides

How to Review an Export Letter of Credit Before Shipment

A 10-point pre-shipment LC review checklist for export coordinators. Catch discrepancies before they delay payment—with UCP 600 references.

The Complete Export LC Document Checklist: Prevent Discrepancies Before Bank Presentation

A master LC document checklist covering commercial invoice, B/L, packing list, certificate of origin, insurance, and inspection documents. UCP 600 aligned.

Top 10 Letter of Credit Discrepancies and How to Prevent Each One

The 10 most common LC discrepancies—with real examples, consequences, and prevention steps. Reduce first-presentation rejections in your export operation.

How to Prepare a Compliant Commercial Invoice Under a Letter of Credit

Prepare an LC-compliant commercial invoice correctly. Covers UCP 600 Art. 18 required fields, discrepancy examples, and chemical export considerations.

Chemical Export Documentation Guide: Aligning REACH, TSCA, CEPA, CSCL, and GHS with Letter of Credit Requirements

How to align REACH, TSCA, CEPA, CSCL, and GHS regulatory documents with LC requirements. Practical guidance for chemical export compliance teams.

How to Match Your Bill of Lading to Letter of Credit Terms: A Step-by-Step Guide

Match your bill of lading to LC terms without discrepancies. Covers UCP 600 Articles 20–23, freight terms, endorsement, B/L errors, and recovery steps.

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