Import Services

Import Services

Benefit from in-country expertise and electronic tracking of all your transactions

Overview

 

Our comprehensive suite of import solutions supports your procurement of goods and services from around the world by providing liquidity, risk mitigation and working capital. This way, you can expand to new markets and grow your business confidently.

Why Choose UOB

Why Choose UOB

Type of Solutions

Import Letter of Credit
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Import Letter of Credit

Enhance the acceptability of your business proposition and secure your deal by applying for a Letter of Credit (LC) which leverages UOB’s strong credit rating. Manage your payments more efficiently with the assurance that the goods will be shipped before payment is made.

    Trust Receipt
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    Trust Receipt

    Unlock your liquidity with short-term financing which allows you to settle your import payments and take possession of goods on trust for resale before paying the bank at maturity.

      Invoice Financing
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      Invoice Financing

      Obtain favourable credit terms and manage your cash flow better with Invoice Financing against supporting trade documents (eg. commercial invoices, transport documents etc.).

        Import Documentary Collection
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        Import Documentary Collection

        Take possession of the title of your goods with Documentary Collection as soon as you provide acceptance/payment upon receipt of the commercial documents from the seller.

          Shipping Guarantee
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          Shipping Guarantee

          With UOB’s Shipping Guarantee, you can take possession of your goods prior to receipt of original shipping and transport documents. This helps to avoid unnecessary demurrage costs due to delays in the arrival of import documents.

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            Apply Online

            For existing Infinity users, you may apply online.

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            Call/Fax Us

            Please call us at (852) 2910 8888 (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, excluding public holidays) or fax to us at (852) 2910 8899.

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              Guarantees and Standby Letter of Credit

              Guarantees and Standby Letter of Credit

              We provide assurances to your clients and partners on behalf of your business, allowing you to leverage on UOB’s strong credit rating, through bonds, guarantees, and letters of credit.

                Financial Supply Chain Management

                Financial Supply Chain Management

                However complex your supply chain, we’ll help maximise profits, strengthen supplier relationships and minimise cost with pre-shipment financing, early payment discounting and dealer financing.