Export & trade
Payment terms and risk for first-time importers
Payment terms allocate financial risk. First containers usually need conservative structures until trust and process maturity exist on both sides.
Common structures
Advance payment, deposit plus balance before shipment, and letter-of-credit variants each shift risk differently. Choose based on order size and banking capability—not habit alone.
Currency and bank charges should be explicit so “net” prices stay net.
Reducing friction
Clear proformas, production milestones, and inspection options make buyers more comfortable releasing funds.
Sample approvals before mass production reduce the fear that cash is tied to wrong goods.
Talk to NMF
We explain commercial options plainly for first-time importers and keep documentation aligned with the agreed term.
Start the conversation on the contact page before you finalise a large PO.