While accepting a LC, the supplier guarantees to meet the terms and conditions of letter of credit with documentary proof. This is one of the major advantages of LC to an importer/buyer. This assurance provides security to buyer for future business plan.
Since buyer is the holder of Letter of credit, Bank acts on behalf of buyer. Opening bank remits amount only after satisfaction of all terms and conditions of letter of credit with documentary proof. This arrangement protects importer and minimize time, as bank acts on behalf of him.
A letter of credit transaction reduces the risk of non performance by the supplier, as the supplier prefers LC than other transactions due to various reasons which protect him than the buyer. This is an advantage for the buyer on fulfillment of meeting commitments on shipments.
Another advantage of letter of credit to a buyer/importer is that the exporter/seller receives payment of exported goods only after shipment and meeting of all necessary requirements under LC terms and conditions with presentation of documentary proof including evidence of shipment.
Unlike other shipments, a shipment under Letter of credit is treated with most care to meet delivery schedule and other required parameters by the exporter. The documents receive by buyer promptly and quickly with complete sets. Unless meeting delivery schedule and prompt documentation, the supplier does not get his payment from opening bank. This is one of the major advantages of LC for an importer is concerned.
An importer/buyer is concerned; he can plan his payment schedule properly by anticipating the requirements under letter of credit. This arrangement makes importer for easier planning.
Based on timely delivery schedule, buyer receives goods on time thereby he can execute his business plan smoothly and efficiently, in turn satisfying his clients promptly and effectively.