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Why the bill of lading matters
Under a letter of credit, the bill of lading helps evidence shipment and control of goods. Banks examine it against the credit terms and applicable rules, not against informal commercial intent.
Common B/L problem areas
High-risk fields include consignee, notify party, shipper, ports, vessel, on-board date, freight prepaid/collect wording, clean notation, originals, transshipment language, and whether the document type matches the LC.
Consignee and notify party wording
If the LC requires consignment to order of a bank or a specific party, the B/L should be reviewed carefully before release. A direct buyer consignee where the LC requires bank order wording can create a serious issue.
Pre-bank B/L review
DLC Co reviews transport-document details against the LC and the rest of the package before submission.
Practical checklist
- Compare consignee and notify party wording exactly to the LC.
- Check on-board date against latest shipment date and presentation period.
- Confirm freight terms and port details align with the credit and invoice.
Related questions
What bill of lading details matter under a letter of credit?
Consignee, notify party, ports, shipment date, freight terms, on-board notation, originals, clean wording, and transshipment details commonly matter.
Can a bill of lading cause LC rejection?
Yes. A bill of lading that does not comply with LC terms can create a discrepancy or refusal risk.
Can DLC Co review a draft bill of lading?
Yes, as part of the LC package review before bank submission.
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