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Description

This practical webinar will explore the key payment methods used in international trade, helping participants understand how to choose an appropriate payment structure for different trading situations and assess the risks involved.
Getting paid is a critical consideration when trading internationally. Different countries, customers and trading arrangements can create payment risks, particularly when dealing with new customers.

Overview

The webinar will provide an accessible introduction to the main ways businesses can receive payment from international customers, including:
• Advance payment and cash in advance
• Open account and credit terms
• Documentary collections
• Letters of credit and its advantages
• Incoterms
• Assessing customer and country risk
• Practical considerations when agreeing payment terms
• Common payment risks and ways to reduce exposure

Outcome

By the end of the webinar, participants should be able to:
• Explain the main payment methods used in international trade.
• Identify the advantages, disadvantages and risks associated with different methods of payment.
• Understand how payment terms can affect cash flow and working capital.
• Identify appropriate measures for reducing the risk of non-payment.
• Understand the role of banks, trade finance and other financial instruments in supporting international transactions.
• Make more informed decisions when negotiating payment terms with overseas customers.

This event is available for: Members and Non Members

12th November 2026

10:00am - 11:00am

Online

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*All our business prices are excluding VAT at 20%.

For further information on this event, please contact International Trade Training on 0333 320 0333 or email internationaltraining@emc-dnl.co.uk

Presenters & Panelists

Luke Pindling (CDCS)

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Paul Booth

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International Trade Week - Getting Paid in International Trade

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Presenters & Panelists

Luke Pindling (CDCS)

Paul Booth

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