Ghazanfar Bank issues Shariah-compliant letters of credit based on Wakalah (agency), ensuring that the underlying contractual arrangements, agency fee structure, and operational procedures comply with applicable Shariah principles and the requirements approved by the Bank’s Shariah Board.
Ghazanfar Bank issues Shariah-compliant letters of credit based on Wakalah (agency), ensuring that the underlying contractual arrangements, agency fee structure, and operational procedures comply with applicable Shariah principles and the requirements approved by the Bank’s Shariah Board.
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Payment undertaking
Issued on behalf of an importer in favor of an exporter upon presentation of documents complying with the LC terms and conditions.
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Domestic & international trade
Reduces payment-related risks and strengthens confidence between buyers and sellers.
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Applicable conditions
Eligible transactions use available international banking channels and Shariah-compliant arrangements, subject to regulatory and compliance requirements.
The details that matter
A closer look at Letter of Credit (LC).
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The Trade Finance Section of Ghazanfar Bank plays an important role in facilitating domestic and international trade by providing reliable, secure, and Shariah-compliant banking solutions to businesses, contractors, suppliers, importers, exporters, and other commercial entities operating in Afghanistan.
Ghazanfar Bank offers a range of trade finance products, including Bank Guarantees and Letters of Credit designed to strengthen commercial relationships and provide financial assurance to counterparties, while strictly adhering to relevant sharia principals.
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6. Letter of Credit (LC)
Ghazanfar Bank issues Shariah-compliant letters of credit based on Wakalah (agency), ensuring that the underlying contractual arrangements, agency fee structure, and operational procedures comply with applicable Shariah principles and the requirements approved by the Bank’s Shariah Board. A Letter of Credit is a trade finance instrument issued by Ghazanfar Bank on behalf of an importer, providing a payment undertaking to an exporter upon presentation of documents complying with the LC's terms and conditions. It facilitates secure domestic and international trade by reducing payment-related risks and strengthening confidence between buyers and sellers. Ghazanfar Bank supports eligible LC transactions through available international banking channels and Shariah-compliant arrangements, subject to applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.
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Outline your transaction
The Trade Finance Section of Ghazanfar Bank plays an important role in facilitating domestic and international trade by providing reliable, secure, and Shariah-compliant banking solutions to businesses, contractors, suppliers, importers, exporters, and other commercial entities operating in Afghanistan.
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Discuss the requirements
Contact Ghazanfar Bank to discuss your trade transaction, guarantee or approved line of credit and the applicable terms and requirements.
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Review the terms
Review the proposed facility and its applicable terms with the bank.
Good to know
Your questions, answered.
What determines payment under an LC?
Payment depends on presentation of documents complying with the LC terms and conditions.
Which conditions apply to LC transactions?
Ghazanfar Bank issues Shariah-compliant letters of credit based on Wakalah (agency), ensuring that the underlying contractual arrangements, agency fee structure, and operational procedures comply with applicable Shariah principles and the requirements approved by the Bank’s Shariah Board. A Letter of Credit is a trade finance instrument issued by Ghazanfar Bank on behalf of an importer, providing a payment undertaking to an exporter upon presentation of documents complying with the LC's terms and conditions. It facilitates secure domestic and international trade by reducing payment-related risks and strengthening confidence between buyers and sellers. Ghazanfar Bank supports eligible LC transactions through available international banking channels and Shariah-compliant arrangements, subject to applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.
How can I discuss a trade transaction?
Contact Ghazanfar Bank to discuss your trade transaction, guarantee or approved line of credit and the applicable terms and requirements.
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