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Parkside


130 Independence Ave, Windhoek

The Parkside Head Office also houses RMB, Home Loans and WesBank.

RMB Namibia Tel: 061 2992340

RMB Corporate Banking
Tel: 061 2998446
infonam@fnbnamibia.com.na

WesBank
Ground Floor, @Parkside
Box 195, Windhoek
Tel: 061 2992437
wesbank@fnbnamibia.com.na

Home Loans
Ground Floor, @Parkside
Box 2150, Windhoek
Tel: 061 2992523 / 061 2992524
bonds@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Private Clients

C/O /Fidel Castro & Independence Ave
First Floor
Box 285, Windhoek
Tel: 061 2992838

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Grove Mall Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
C/O Chasie & Frankie Fredericks St, Ground Floor shop 44, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Saturday 8:30 - 12:00 Saturday 8:30 - 12:00

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Southern Industrial Area

P/Bag 5177, Ausspannplatz
info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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John Meinert Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
C/O Independence Ave & John Meinert St, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Prosperita Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
110 Nickel St, Prosperita, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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C/O Fidel Castro & Independence Ave
Box 285, Windhoek
el: 061 2992222

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Katutura Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Pick n Pay Complex, Independence, Katutura, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Northern Industrial Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
16 Nguni St, Northern Industrial Area, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Private Wealth
C/O Fidel Castro & Independence Ave
Ground Floor
Box 285, Windhoek
Tel: 061 2998447

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Wernhill Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
New Wernhill Shopping Complex, 1st Floor, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Saturday 8:30 - 12:00

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Windhoek Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
207 Independence Ave, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Aranos

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
17 Main St, Aranos

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Ausspannplatz Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Ausspannplatz Kal street, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Eenhana Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
BH Complex Main Rd, Eenhana

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Gobabis Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
44 Church St, Gobabis

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Grootfontein Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Hage Geingob Ave, Grootfontein

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Henties Bay Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
C/O Jakkalsputz & Duineweg, Henties Bay

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Karasburg Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
79 Main Street, Karasburg

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Karibib Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 46 shop no 2 Woerman and Brock Complex, Karibib

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 - 16:00 Saturday Closed
Saturday 8:30 - 12:00

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Katima Mulilo Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Andimba Toivo ya Toivo street, Shop no2, Katima Mulilo

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Khomasdal Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Shop 22 C, 1ST FLOOR Khomas Grove Mall, Khomasdal Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Saturday 8:30 - 12:00

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Keetmanshoop Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
76 Hampie Plichta Ave, Keetmanshoop

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Lüderitz Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
12 Bismarck St, Lüderitz

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Mariental Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 280 Dr Sam Nujoma Ave, Mariental

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Nkurenkuru Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Shop 1 & 2 Shoprite Center, Nkurenkuru

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Saturday 8:30 - 12:00 Saturday 8:30 - 12:00

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Okahao Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Shop no 6 Shilongo comercial center, Okahao

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Okahandja Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Shop 16, Okahandja Shopping Mall, Okahandja

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Okakarara Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
NDC business park, Okakarara

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Monday and Friday 8:30 - 16:00 Monday and Friday 9:00 - 13:00
Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 - 16:00 Saturday Closed
Saturday 8:30 - 12:00

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Okongo Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 349, 16 A Okongo Shopping Mall, Okongo main road, Okongo

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Omaruru Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 66, Wilhelm Zeraua, Omaruru

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 - 16:00 Saturday Closed
Saturday 8:30 - 12:00

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Omuthiya Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 2902, Extension 1, Okaale Complex, main road Omuthiya

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Ondangwa Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
37 Main Rd, First City Centre, Ondangwa

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Ongwediva Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Shop 28-32, Oshana Mall, Main Road, Ongwediva

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Ongwediva Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Shop 28-32, Oshana Mall, Main Road, Ongwediva

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Oranjemund Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 1120, Oranjemund

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Oshakati Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 272, Okatana, Main Road, Oshakati

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Otavi Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 13 John Bandeni Str, Otavi

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Otjiwarongo Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
7 George St, Otjiwarongo
44 Hage Geingob St, Otjiwarongo

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Outapi Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Outapi-Tsandi Road, Iipumbu Complex, Outapi

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Outjo Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Sam Nujoma Drive - OK Mall, Outjo

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Rehoboth Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Erf 1, C/O Church & Bahnhoff, Block B, Rehoboth

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Rosh Pinah Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
2 Lood St, Rosh Pinah

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Rundu Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
New Rundu Mall, Maria Mwerenge Street, Rundu

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Swakopmund Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
16 Tobias Hainyeko St, Swakopmund

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Tsumeb Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
74A Presidents Ave, Tsumeb

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Walvis Bay Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
138 Sam Nujoma Ave, Walvis Bay

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Klein Windhoek

No 9 Eaton Heights, Bassingthweighte St
Klein Windhoek
Box 285, Windhoek
Tel: 061 2992222

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Maerua Mall Branch

First National Bank of Namibia LTD
Maerua Mall, 1st floor, shop no 39, Windhoek

Contact Centre: +264 61 299 2222 | +264 81 9536262
Card Cancellation: +26461 299 2999
Email: info@fnbnamibia.com.na

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Private Clients - Earn an income of N$750 000 to N$1,499 999 per annum, or with a NAV of N$10 million + Private Wealth - Earn an income of N$1.5m + or with a NAV of N$15 million

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Types of Documentary Credits

  • Revocable Credit
    This can be amended or cancelled at any time by the importer without the consent of the exporter. This option is not often used, as there is little protection for the exporter. By default all credits are irrevocable, unless otherwise stated.
  • Irrevocable Credit
    Once issued this can only be changed or cancelled with the consent of all the parties. The seller must merely comply with the terms and conditions of the credit in order to receive payment.
  • Confirmed Credit
    In some instances, exporters may request a credit to be confirmed by another bank, (usually a bank in their own country). If a bank adds its confirmation to a credit, it means that it is obliged to pay if the terms and conditions of the credit are complied with. This obligation to pay exists even if the issuing bank or country defaults.
  • Payment Credit
    This is available for payment at the tellers of the paying bank, as nominated in the credit. The seller can, therefore, present documents to the paying bank and does not have to wait for the documents to be forwarded to the issuing bank for checking and subsequent payment.
  • Negotiation Credit
    This is always payable at the counters of the issuing bank. Buyers can use negotiation credits to delay payment until the documents have been received and checked by the issuing bank.
  • Deferred Payment Credit
    Similar to payment credits, except that they are payable at a future date.
  • Acceptance Credit
    The accepting bank guarantees payment to the holder of the bill of exchange on maturity date - regardless of whether the credit is confirmed or not. This option comes with an acceptance fee which can be substantial.
  • Back-to-Back Credit
    The original letter of credit is used as security to open another credit in favour of the exporter's own supplier. The bank confirming the original credit may not necessarily be the issuing bank of the second credit.
  • Transferable Credit
    This is normally used when the exporter is not supplying the goods and wishes to transfer all or part of the responsibilities under the credit to the supplier(s).
  • Red Clause Credit
    This enables the exporter to obtain advance payment before shipment. This is provided against the exporter's certificate confirming its undertaking to ship the goods andto present the documents in compliance with the terms and conditions of the documentary credit.
  • Green Clause Credit
    Similar to a Red Clause Credit, but in addition to pre-shipment finance the exporter also receives storage facilities at the port of shipment at the expense of the buyer.
  • Packing Credit
    This offers pre-shipment finance to the seller against warehouse receipts, forwarding agent's receipts or similar documents that prove the goods are no longer in the seller's possession.
  • Standby Credit
    Similar to a normal letter of credit, this method differs in that it is a default instrument, whereas a normal credit is a payment instrument. A standby credit is only called upon in the event of failure to perform. Its function is, therefore, that of a guarantee.
  • Revolving Credit
    This allows for the credit to be automatically reinstated under certain circumstances. It is normally used where shipments of the same goods are made to the same importer.

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How do I (the seller) know whether this is the correct payment method to opt for?

If you are concerned that the importer may not pay, or you are not comfortable with the country risk in the country of the importer, then you should insist on payment via a documentary credit - also called a letter of credit. Once your bank adds their confirmation to the credit, the various risks are covered - provided you produce the necessary documents and they conform to the credit terms, you will receive payment, even if the importer's bank and/ or country are unable to pay.

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How do I (the seller) ensure that payment is effected via a documentary credit?

You need to state in your sales contract that payment is to be effected via a documentary credit. If you have requested payment via documentary credit, you should not proceed with the manufacture and/or shipping of your goods until you have received the documentary credit and checked it carefully to ensure that it is issued in terms of your requirements.

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What happens if the documentary credit is not in terms of my (the seller's) requirements?

If this is the case, you will need to request the buyer to arrange for an amendment to the documentary credit.

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What is the Uniform Rules for Collections?

It is hard to imagine dealing with collections without the security of international uniformity. The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is an international body that has defined worldwide standards for the operation of documentary collections. These standards are embodied in the 'Uniform Rules for Collections', commonly referred to as the URC 522. The URC 522 is not a force of law, but a set of rules and regulations that are binding on the parties who subscribe to it.

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Checklist for buyers applying for a documentary credit

  • Does the credit state the correct form (i.e. revolving, confirmed, transferable, etc)?
  • Can the exporter comply with the terms and conditions without difficulty?
  • Have all the appropriate documents been called for?
  • Does the transport insurance need to cover any special risk?
  • Does the shipping date allow for enough time for the documents to be presented before expiry?
  • Have the delivery terms been stated?
  • Is the description of the goods accurate?

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Checklist for sellers on receipt of a documentary of credit

  • Does the credit reflect the contract (amount, description of goods, terms of delivery, expiry and shipment dates)?
  • Has the credit been issued in the agreed form (revolving, confirmed, transferable, etc)?
  • Where and how is the credit available?
  • Where do the documents need to be presented?
  • Is the credit subject to the Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits?
  • Are the various names and addresses correct?
  • Can the shipment deadlines be met?

Documentary Credit

Letter of credit

A Documentary Credit, also commonly called a Letter of Credit, is a commitment by a bank (the 'Issuing Bank') to pay the seller or exporter ('Beneficiary') a certain amount for goods or services, provided the Beneficiary conforms with the specified terms and conditions contained in the Credit.

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Why you need this

Offering maximum security

  • Secures payment, provided the terms and conditions are fulfilled
  • Delivery and payment occur at the same time
  • It offers the exporter and importer maximum security
  • Various types of documentary credits are available
  • It is time-consuming, but this is offset by the benefits and security of
  • Governed by the Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary
 
Steps involved

Steps involved

Taking you step by step

If you are exporting

  1. You agree with the buyer to the terms and conditions of the sales contract
  2. The buyer applies for a documentary credit
  3. You receive the documentary credit from FNB Namibia and carefully read the terms and conditions
  4. The buyer applies for a documentary credit
  5. Documents called for in the documentary credit are gathered and presented to FNB Namibia
  6. If documents are in order, you are either paid or receive a payment undertaking to be paid at a future date, depending on the payment terms of the original agreement
  7. These documents are sent to the issuing bank
  8. The buyer then uses these documents to claim the goods

If you are importing

  1. You agree with the seller to the terms of the sales contract
  2. You apply for a documentary credit
  3. The documentary credit is sent to the seller's bank by FNB Namibia
  4. The buyer applies for a documentary credit
  5. Documents called for in the documentary credit are gathered and presented to the bank
  6. If documents are in order, the seller is paid or receives a payment undertaking to be paid at a future date, depending on the payment terms of the original agreement
  7. Your bank checks the documents, debits your account (in case of a sight documentary credit), and gives you the documents
  8. You use these documents to claim the goods
FAQs
 

FAQs

Understanding Documentary Credit

How do I (the seller) know whether this is the correct payment method to opt for?

How do I (the seller) ensure that payment is effected via a documentary credit?

What happens if the documentary credit is not in terms of my (the seller's) requirements?

What is the Uniform Rules for Collections?

Checklist for buyers applying for a documentary credit

Checklist for sellers on receipt of a documentary of credit

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Documentary Credit

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First National Bank of Namibia Limited, Reg. No. 2002/0180.