Financing Overseas Supplier Deposits Before Goods Are Shipped
By Jodhbir Mehmi | Mehmi Financial Group
Prepared: 25 October 2026
UK businesses importing goods from overseas often need to pay suppliers before manufacturing is completed or the products have been shipped.
A wholesaler might need to provide a 30% deposit to a manufacturer in China. An equipment distributor may have to pay 50% upfront before a machinery supplier in Germany begins production. An e-commerce retailer importing private-label products may be required to settle the entire order before the goods leave the factory.
These arrangements create a cash flow challenge: the business must commit money to inventory, materials or equipment that it has not yet received.
Financing overseas supplier deposits before goods are shipped may be possible through import finance, purchase order financing, working capital loans, revolving credit facilities or other appropriate trade finance arrangements.
However, funding an overseas deposit can be more complicated than obtaining financing against goods already delivered.
The lender may need to consider the reliability of the supplier, whether a confirmed customer order exists, how payments will be controlled, when the goods will ship and how the business will repay the financing.
A supplier's pro forma invoice is not automatically sufficient to secure financing.
This guide explains how UK businesses can finance overseas supplier deposits, which financing structures may be available, what lenders assess, how much funding may cost and how to reduce the risks of paying suppliers before shipment.
Can You Finance an Overseas Supplier Deposit Before Shipment?
Yes, potentially. Some UK commercial finance providers may consider funding overseas supplier deposits before goods are shipped, provided the transaction meets their eligibility, underwriting and risk requirements.
The financing structure depends on the circumstances.
For example, a business importing finished goods for resale against a confirmed UK customer order may be able to explore purchase order or import finance.
A manufacturer importing components for its own production may need a working capital loan or revolving credit facility.
An equipment dealer purchasing machinery for a commercial customer may investigate supplier financing, trade finance or appropriate equipment-related funding.
However, not every provider finances pre-shipment deposits.
Some lenders require evidence that goods have been manufactured, dispatched or otherwise meet specific financing conditions before releasing funds.
Others may consider earlier payments when the supplier, transaction and repayment source satisfy their requirements.
Key Takeaways
- Pre-shipment financing: May help eligible UK businesses fund deposits or supplier payments before goods leave an overseas factory.
- Import finance: Can support certain international supplier purchases and bridge the time between payment and customer collections.
- Purchase order finance: May fund qualifying supplier costs linked to confirmed customer orders, potentially before shipment.
- Working capital loans: May suit importers without a specific qualifying customer purchase order.
- Payment protection: Letters of credit, advance payment guarantees and other trade instruments may reduce certain transaction risks but do not eliminate them.
- Loan eligibility: Lenders may assess supplier legitimacy, confirmed orders, business cash flow, financial performance and repayment capacity.
- Additional expenses: Freight, insurance, Customs Duty, import VAT and clearance costs can increase the actual funding requirement.
- Main risk: The business may remain responsible for repaying the financing even if the supplier fails to deliver.
Why Do Overseas Suppliers Require Deposits?
Many international manufacturers require payment before producing or shipping goods.
The deposit provides the supplier with funding or commercial assurance to begin fulfilling the order.
Common reasons include purchasing raw materials, reserving factory capacity, producing customised goods, preparing packaging and managing the risk that the buyer cancels.
Example: A 30% Deposit and 70% Before Shipment
Suppose a UK wholesaler orders £100,000 of finished goods from an overseas manufacturer.
The supplier proposes:
- 30% deposit: £30,000 when the purchase order is confirmed.
- 70% balance: £70,000 before shipment.
The wholesaler must therefore fund £30,000 before production begins.
It must then find another £70,000 before receiving the goods.
Shipping, import costs and other expenses may arise in addition to these payments.
If the goods take 45 days to manufacture and another 25 days to reach the UK, substantial cash may remain tied up for more than two months before the business can begin selling the inventory.
The supplier's payment terms can therefore influence the company's entire working capital requirement.
Are Overseas Supplier Deposits Always 30%?
No.
Deposit requirements vary by supplier, country, industry, transaction history and type of goods.
Some manufacturers request no upfront deposit.
Others require a portion of the purchase price before production and the balance after inspection or shipment.
Certain suppliers demand full payment in advance, particularly for smaller orders or customers without an established trading relationship.
A 30% deposit is a common illustrative arrangement, not an international financing rule or guaranteed supplier standard.
Why Pre-Shipment Supplier Financing Can Be Difficult
An overseas supplier deposit often finances goods that have not yet been produced.
This creates risks that may be absent when a lender finances finished inventory held in an established warehouse.
The Goods May Not Exist Yet
A manufacturer may use the deposit to purchase materials and begin production.
At that stage, there may be no finished inventory that a lender can readily inspect, control or recover.
The Supplier Is Outside the UK
If the supplier fails to deliver, recovering a deposit may involve a foreign legal system, overseas banking arrangements and additional enforcement costs.
The Supplier May Experience Production Delays
Materials shortages, equipment breakdowns or other operational problems can postpone delivery.
The UK importer may still have loan repayments due before the goods arrive.
Custom-Made Goods Can Be Difficult to Resell
Private-label products and customised equipment may have limited resale markets.
A lender may be less comfortable financing goods manufactured exclusively for one customer.
The Final Payment May Be Larger Than the Deposit
Financing only the initial deposit does not establish that the business can pay the remaining supplier balance.
A lender may therefore assess the entire transaction, not simply the first payment.
The Repayment Source May Be Uncertain
A business importing goods for stock must sell them before generating cash.
A distributor with a confirmed customer purchase order may have stronger evidence of future demand, although the order may still be subject to cancellation, acceptance and payment risks.
Types of Finance for Overseas Supplier Deposits UK
Several financing structures may be relevant. They differ in when the funds become available, how suppliers are paid and how repayment works.
1. Import Finance
Import finance is designed to support qualifying businesses purchasing goods from overseas suppliers.
A facility may allow an eligible importer to obtain funding against particular international transactions.
Depending on the provider and structure, the finance may be used for payments to suppliers or other permitted import-related obligations.
For example, a UK distributor may obtain a trade finance facility to pay an approved overseas supplier, then repay the funding after selling the imported products.
Some providers control payments to suppliers directly rather than transferring unrestricted cash to the importer.
Other facilities are arranged around letters of credit, import collections or reimbursement finance.
Best suited for: Established importers with documented international purchasing activity and credible repayment sources.
Main limitation: Pre-production deposits are not automatically eligible. Certain products finance suppliers only when goods reach specified stages.
HSBC UK describes import finance as a way for qualifying importers to bridge the period between paying suppliers and receiving payment from customers.
Source: HSBC UK — Import Finance Solutions.
2. Purchase Order Finance
Purchase order financing may help businesses fulfil confirmed orders they cannot finance entirely from existing working capital.
A typical arrangement involves a UK business receiving a purchase order from a creditworthy commercial customer and obtaining financing to purchase the required goods from a supplier.
Depending on the lender, funds may be paid directly to the supplier.
After the products are delivered and the customer pays, the financing obligation is settled under the agreed structure.
Example: A Distributor With a Confirmed UK Buyer
A UK distributor receives a £180,000 purchase order from an established commercial customer.
It needs to purchase £125,000 of goods from an overseas manufacturer.
The distributor has limited available cash and cannot pay the supplier's initial deposit.
A suitable purchase order finance provider may consider the transaction based on the customer order, supplier arrangements, expected margin and other underwriting requirements.
However, the provider may impose restrictions on pre-shipment advances, production costs or supplier payments.
Best suited for: Businesses importing eligible goods to fulfil confirmed third-party customer orders.
Main limitation: Financing speculative stock purchases without an end-customer order may not qualify.
The British Business Bank's purchase order financing guide explains that purchase order finance can provide funding before delivery, unlike conventional invoice finance.
3. Short-Term Working Capital Loans
A working capital loan can provide general business funding for eligible operational expenses.
An importer may use an appropriate facility to cover a supplier deposit, subject to the lender's permitted uses.
For example, an established UK retailer may have strong sales history but need £25,000 to reserve its next overseas inventory order.
A lender may assess the company's overall turnover, profitability, business bank statements and repayment capacity.
This can be relevant when the importer does not have a specific confirmed customer order that would support purchase order financing.
Best suited for: Importers with established cash flow and a defined supplier payment requirement.
Main limitation: Fixed repayments may begin before the inventory arrives or generates sales.
4. Revolving Credit Facilities
A revolving credit facility allows an eligible business to borrow within an agreed limit, repay amounts and potentially draw funds again.
This may suit businesses making frequent overseas purchases.
For example, a wholesaler may require deposits for several shipments at different times.
It could draw funds when deposits become due and repay amounts as goods are sold.
However, availability depends on the credit agreement.
A revolving facility may involve interest, commitment fees, arrangement charges and periodic reviews.
Best suited for: Repeat importers managing recurring supplier deposits and inventory cycles.
5. Import Letters of Credit
A letter of credit is a banking instrument under which the issuing bank undertakes to pay the supplier when the specified documentary conditions are met.
A letter of credit can provide the supplier with payment assurance without the buyer necessarily transferring the full purchase price directly at the beginning of the transaction.
For example, an overseas supplier may agree to manufacture goods once a qualifying letter of credit has been issued.
Payment may then become due when the supplier presents complying documents.
Letters of credit are commonly associated with internationally recognised documentary credit rules.
However, they are not automatically cash loans, and a bank may require collateral or an approved credit facility to issue one.
Best suited for: Qualifying international transactions where the supplier accepts documentary payment assurance instead of immediate cash payment.
Important limitation: A letter of credit generally operates through documentary compliance. It is not a guarantee that the physical goods conform to every contractual specification.
A bank may honour complying documents even if the buyer later discovers a commercial dispute involving the goods.
6. Documentary Collections
Documentary collection involves the supplier's bank forwarding shipping documents and payment instructions through the banking system.
Under a documents-against-payment arrangement, the buyer generally pays to obtain the relevant documents.
Under documents-against-acceptance arrangements, documents may be released against an accepted promise to pay later.
This can reduce the need to pay the entire supplier price before shipment if the supplier accepts the structure.
However, banks facilitating documentary collections do not ordinarily guarantee payment or independently verify the physical condition of the goods.
Best suited for: Established trading relationships where both parties accept the relevant documentary risks.
Source: NatWest — Documentary Collections.
7. Supplier Credit and Staged Payments
Some overseas suppliers may be willing to reduce the initial deposit or extend part of the payment period.
For example, a supplier requesting 50% before production might consider a smaller deposit combined with an approved bank payment instrument or another agreed arrangement.
Possible structures include milestone-based payments, payment against inspection, payment against shipping documents or agreed credit terms.
The exact structure must be negotiated and recorded in the contract.
A supplier may charge more for extended terms or require additional assurance.
Can You Get Financing Before Goods Have Been Manufactured?
Potentially, but the supplier's production status can materially affect eligibility.
A lender may distinguish between three stages.
Stage 1: Deposit Required Before Manufacturing
The supplier has received an order but needs funds to purchase materials or begin production.
This can be one of the more challenging stages to finance because finished goods may not yet exist.
A lender may require stronger evidence of supplier credibility and the underlying commercial order.
Stage 2: Goods Manufactured but Not Shipped
The products have been completed and may be available for inspection.
A lender may have more information about their existence, condition and value.
However, it may still need to consider ownership, storage, export arrangements and the conditions for releasing payment.
Stage 3: Goods Shipped or in Transit
Shipping documents may provide evidence that the goods have been dispatched.
Certain trade finance structures may be more readily available at this stage.
However, shipment documentation does not automatically establish that the goods are defect-free, legally compliant or certain to arrive.
The earlier the financing is required, the more important supplier verification, payment controls and transaction documentation may become.
Financing Overseas Supplier Deposits: A Worked UK Import Example
Consider a hypothetical UK distributor purchasing equipment or finished goods from an overseas manufacturer.
The distributor has a confirmed purchase order from an established UK business customer.
Step 1: Establish the Overseas Purchase Cost
The overseas supplier quotes a total purchase price of £110,000, expressed here in sterling for simplicity.
The supplier requires:
- 30% deposit before production: £33,000.
- 70% balance before shipment: £77,000.
The supplier expects to complete production in 45 days.
Step 2: Calculate Additional Import Costs
The distributor also budgets:
- Freight and insurance: £7,000.
- Illustrative Customs Duty: £5,000.
- Port, clearance and related costs: £3,000.
These add £15,000.
The estimated landed cost is:
£110,000 + £15,000 = £125,000.
The Customs Duty amount is a hypothetical budgeting assumption, not a rate applicable to every imported product.
The actual amount depends on commodity classification, customs value, origin and any applicable reliefs or preferences.
For simplicity, assume the importer is eligible to use postponed VAT accounting, so no upfront import VAT cash payment is included in this example.
Step 3: Assess Available Cash
The business has £20,000 of uncommitted cash available for the transaction.
Its preliminary external funding requirement is:
£125,000 − £20,000 = £105,000.
This excludes finance fees, interest, additional contingencies and other operating obligations.
Step 4: Consider the Financing Timeline
For illustration, assume the following cash movements:
Day 0: The distributor contributes its £20,000 available cash and draws £13,000 from a hypothetical financing facility to complete the £33,000 supplier deposit.
Day 45: Production is completed, contractual checks are satisfied and the company draws another £77,000 to pay the remaining supplier balance.
Day 65: The goods arrive, and the business draws £15,000 for the modelled freight, duty and clearance expenses.
Day 90: The distributor completes delivery and issues a valid £170,000 invoice to its UK business customer, excluding VAT.
Day 120: The customer pays the full invoice under the assumed payment terms, allowing the distributor to repay the financing.
The timeline is illustrative. Actual transactions may involve different shipping, customs, acceptance and collection periods.
Step 5: Estimate Financing Charges
Assume a hypothetical facility that permits staged drawdowns and charges:
- A fixed nominal annual simple interest rate of 16%.
- Interest calculated on each amount actually drawn using a 365-day year.
- A separate arrangement fee of 2% of the £105,000 facility limit.
- No additional charges.
Under these assumptions:
The initial £13,000 is outstanding for 120 days, generating approximately £683.84 in interest.
The £77,000 second draw is outstanding for 75 days, generating approximately £2,531.51 in interest.
The final £15,000 draw is outstanding for 55 days, generating approximately £361.64 in interest.
Combined interest is approximately £3,576.99.
The 2% arrangement fee is £2,100, assumed payable separately and not funded from the facility.
Total financing charges are approximately £5,676.99.
These are mathematical illustrations, not actual lender offers or published market rates.
Step 6: Calculate the Transaction Contribution
Assume the UK customer pays £170,000, excluding VAT.
Estimated landed cost: £125,000.
Gross transaction contribution before financing and other excluded expenses:
£170,000 − £125,000 = £45,000.
Subtracting the illustrative financing charges:
£45,000 − £5,676.99 = £39,323.01.
This amount remains before general business overheads, corporation tax, warranty costs, any other relevant costs and changes to the original assumptions.
The arrangement fee must also be funded separately at the appropriate time, as assumed.
Step 7: Test the Transaction Risk
The transaction appears profitable under the stated assumptions.
However, the lender must still consider what happens if:
- The supplier misses the production deadline.
- Goods fail the buyer's inspection.
- Freight is delayed.
- Customs costs exceed the budget.
- The customer cancels or disputes its order.
- The customer pays 30 or 60 days later than expected.
- Currency movements increase the supplier cost.
A delay may increase interest and other expenses.
A rejected shipment could leave the distributor with financed inventory that cannot be sold to its intended customer.
What This Example Demonstrates
The business initially needs only £13,000 of external financing to complete the first deposit.
However, its peak external funding requirement increases to £105,000 before the customer pays.
A lender considering overseas supplier deposit finance may therefore need to understand the entire import transaction, including later payments, shipping costs and the ultimate repayment source.
Funding the deposit alone is not a complete solution if the business cannot finance the remaining purchase price.
Why the Full Landed Cost Matters More Than the Supplier Invoice
One of the most common mistakes importers make is calculating their funding requirement using only the supplier's product price.
The actual cash needed can be higher.
International Freight
Shipping costs depend on the goods, transport mode, route, weight, volume and commercial arrangements.
A supplier's quotation may exclude some or all international transport costs.
Cargo Insurance
Goods can be damaged, lost or delayed during transportation.
Depending on the agreed trade terms, the importer may need to arrange appropriate cargo insurance.
Customs Duty
UK Customs Duty depends on the product's commodity code, origin, customs value and applicable tariff treatment.
The official UK Trade Tariff allows businesses to check commodity codes and relevant duty and VAT rates.
Import VAT
Import VAT can create an additional cash requirement.
However, eligible VAT-registered businesses may use postponed VAT accounting rather than paying import VAT upfront, subject to the applicable rules.
Customs Clearance
Importing may require customs declarations, agents, handling charges and other services.
Storage and Delivery
The business may need to pay for warehousing and domestic transport before the goods are sold.
Product Testing and Compliance
Certain goods require testing, certifications, approvals or other compliance measures before they can be placed on the UK market.
Financing Charges
Interest, arrangement fees, foreign exchange charges and other financial costs should be included.
The correct funding requirement should reflect the full transaction's timing and costs, not just the overseas supplier's deposit percentage.
Import VAT and Postponed VAT Accounting in 2026
Import VAT is an important part of financing goods purchased overseas.
For eligible VAT-registered UK businesses, postponed VAT accounting may help reduce the immediate cash required when importing goods.
How Postponed VAT Accounting Works
Rather than paying qualifying import VAT at the border and reclaiming it later, eligible businesses can account for import VAT on their VAT return.
Where the business is entitled to recover the full input VAT, it can generally declare and reclaim the relevant amount on the same return.
This can reduce a significant temporary cash requirement.
Who Can Use It?
HMRC's guidance states that UK VAT-registered businesses may use postponed VAT accounting for relevant goods imported into:
- Great Britain from outside the UK.
- Northern Ireland from outside the UK and EU.
Different rules apply to certain movements involving Northern Ireland and the EU.
HMRC states that no separate approval is required to use postponed VAT accounting where the business and import qualify.
Source: HMRC — Check When You Can Account for Import VAT on Your VAT Return.
Does This Remove Customs Duty?
No.
Postponed VAT accounting does not automatically remove Customs Duty, other taxes or clearance expenses.
Businesses should calculate those obligations separately.
Can Customs Duty Be Deferred?
Eligible importers may apply for a duty deferment account.
HMRC states that a duty deferment account allows qualifying importers to pay certain customs charges through a monthly Direct Debit arrangement rather than immediately for each individual consignment.
Eligibility and account requirements apply.
See GOV.UK — How to Pay Duties and VAT on Imports.
How to Reduce the Risk of Paying an Overseas Supplier in Advance
Financing the supplier deposit addresses the cash requirement.
It does not automatically protect the importer against supplier non-performance.
Risk management should therefore be part of the transaction before funds are released.
Verify the Supplier's Legal Identity
Confirm the overseas company's registered legal name, business address and available registration information.
Where possible, use independent company records and other verifiable sources.
A professional-looking website alone is not proof that the supplier is legitimate.
Confirm the Factory or Actual Manufacturer
The company issuing the invoice may be a trading intermediary rather than the factory producing the goods.
This is not inherently problematic, but the importer should understand who is responsible for production and delivery.
Check the Supplier's Trading History
Request relevant commercial references and verify them independently where practical.
For substantial orders, consider additional due diligence or an appropriate third-party factory inspection.
Verify Bank Account Details Independently
Payment diversion fraud is a significant risk.
Fraudsters may impersonate genuine suppliers and provide altered payment instructions.
If a supplier changes bank account details, confirm the change using a previously verified contact method rather than replying only to the email requesting the change.
The UK's Stop! Think Fraud guidance for businesses recommends independently checking suspicious changes and protecting business payment processes.
Agree Clear Contractual Milestones
The purchase contract should specify the goods, quantities, specifications, prices, production dates and payment conditions.
Where appropriate, it should also describe inspection requirements, remedies for non-performance and the treatment of deposits.
Consider Pre-Shipment Inspection
An independent inspection may help verify the existence and condition of goods before the final supplier payment.
However, an inspection does not guarantee that goods will arrive safely or satisfy every legal requirement.
Use Appropriate Trade Payment Protections
Depending on the supplier and transaction, a letter of credit, advance payment guarantee or another suitable instrument may reduce certain risks.
The terms should be reviewed carefully.
Avoid Funding Unverifiable Transactions
If the supplier cannot demonstrate legitimacy, provide consistent documentation or explain the commercial arrangement, the company should consider whether proceeding is appropriate.
Borrowing to finance a suspicious supplier deposit compounds the potential loss.
What Is an Advance Payment Guarantee?
An advance payment guarantee is a trade finance instrument intended to protect a buyer that pays a supplier before the relevant goods or services have been delivered.
Depending on the arrangement, the supplier may arrange for an acceptable bank to issue a guarantee benefiting the buyer.
If the supplier fails to perform and the guarantee's claim conditions are satisfied, the buyer may be able to recover the protected amount.
Example: A £40,000 Overseas Machinery Deposit
A UK equipment importer agrees to pay £40,000 upfront for custom machinery.
The importer requests an appropriate advance payment guarantee before releasing the deposit.
The guarantee may provide a contractual route for recovering the protected advance if the supplier fails to fulfil its obligations and the claim requirements are met.
However, the guarantee's value depends on its wording, issuing institution, applicable law, expiry date and enforceability.
It should not be treated as automatic protection against every dispute.
Does an Advance Payment Guarantee Provide the Deposit Money?
No.
An advance payment guarantee generally protects the buyer's advance.
It is not itself a cash loan providing the money needed for the deposit.
The business may still need a working capital or trade finance facility.
Source: NatWest — Bonds, Guarantees and Standby Letters of Credit.
Letter of Credit vs Supplier Deposit Financing
A letter of credit and a supplier deposit loan serve different purposes.
Supplier deposit financing provides funds needed to make a payment.
A letter of credit provides a conditional payment undertaking from a bank, subject to its terms.
A supplier may agree to begin production after receiving a letter of credit instead of a large cash deposit.
However, some suppliers still require an advance payment to purchase materials or reserve production capacity.
In that case, a business might need to negotiate an arrangement involving both an advance payment and documentary payment terms for the remaining balance.
Does a Letter of Credit Guarantee Product Quality?
No.
A traditional documentary letter of credit is based on the presentation of specified documents.
It does not automatically guarantee the physical quality, quantity or suitability of the underlying goods.
The International Chamber of Commerce explains that documentary credit arrangements involve distinct documentary obligations.
A buyer should still arrange appropriate inspection, insurance and contractual protections.
What Are Incoterms and Why Do They Matter to Import Finance?
Incoterms are internationally recognised trade terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce.
They help define responsibilities for matters such as delivery, transportation, insurance arrangements, costs and the point at which risk transfers between buyer and seller.
Examples include FOB, FCA, CIF and DAP.
Why Incoterms Matter to Importers
A supplier's quoted price may not include all the expenses required to move goods to the UK.
The selected Incoterms rule and named location help determine which party is responsible for specified transport and delivery obligations.
This affects the landed cost and funding requirement.
What Incoterms Do Not Determine
The ICC makes clear that Incoterms do not themselves establish:
- The purchase price or payment terms.
- Transfer of ownership or title.
- Remedies for breach of contract.
- Governing law and dispute resolution.
- Whether the goods meet contractual specifications.
These matters should be addressed separately in the purchase contract.
A UK importer should not assume that selecting FOB or CIF automatically protects its deposit or establishes when it legally owns the goods.
Source: International Chamber of Commerce — Incoterms 2020 Questions and Answers.
Foreign Exchange Risk When Paying Overseas Suppliers
Many overseas suppliers invoice in US dollars, euros or other currencies.
This can create additional financing risk.
Example: A Supplier Invoice in US Dollars
Suppose a UK importer agrees to purchase goods for US$125,000.
At a hypothetical exchange rate of US$1.25 per £1, the sterling equivalent is £100,000.
The supplier requires a 30% deposit.
That deposit is US$37,500, equivalent to £30,000 at the assumed initial rate.
The remaining balance is US$87,500.
Now suppose sterling weakens to US$1.15 per £1 before the final payment becomes due.
The remaining US$87,500 would cost approximately £76,086.96, rather than £70,000 at the original rate.
The importer would require approximately £6,086.96 more for the final supplier payment.
These rates are hypothetical and do not represent actual October 2026 foreign exchange quotations.
Can the Exchange Rate Be Fixed?
Some businesses use suitable forward foreign exchange contracts or other arrangements to manage currency exposure.
However, these products may involve costs, contractual commitments, collateral requirements and risks if the underlying purchase changes.
An importer should understand the product and obtain appropriate advice before entering into a foreign exchange hedge.
Important Customs Distinction
HMRC publishes rules for converting foreign-currency amounts into sterling for customs valuation.
The customs exchange rate used for declarations is not necessarily the same as the commercial exchange rate obtained from the bank.
See HMRC — Customs Valuation and Exchange Rates.
Financing Import Deposits for Different UK Industries
Wholesalers and Distributors
Wholesalers may need to purchase goods from overseas manufacturers before receiving payments from their UK customers.
Import finance, purchase order finance or revolving credit may be relevant, depending on whether confirmed customer orders exist.
E-Commerce Retailers
Online sellers frequently import private-label inventory.
A supplier may require a deposit before manufacturing and the remainder before shipment.
Where products are being purchased for speculative inventory rather than a confirmed B2B order, some purchase order finance providers may not consider the transaction.
General working capital finance may be more appropriate, subject to affordability.
Equipment Dealers and Machinery Distributors
Equipment dealers may need to provide deposits for commercial machinery ordered from overseas.
Transactions can involve lengthy manufacturing periods, custom specifications and substantial final supplier payments.
The lender may examine the customer order, supplier, asset value and contractual delivery conditions.
Construction Product Importers
Businesses importing tools, building materials or specialist construction products may incur supplier deposits and significant transport costs.
The lender may assess confirmed customer demand, inventory turnover and relevant product compliance requirements.
IT Hardware Importers
IT distributors and managed service providers may purchase servers, workstations, networking hardware and other equipment from overseas suppliers.
Product values can be high relative to the distributor's available working capital.
The company should distinguish financing its own inventory purchases from financing equipment directly for the end customer.
Food and Beverage Importers
Food importers can face additional requirements involving product safety, labelling, certificates and border controls.
Perishable products may have limited resale value if shipments are delayed or rejected.
This can influence a lender's assessment of the transaction.
Clothing and Textile Importers
Fashion retailers and textile distributors may pay deposits for seasonal inventory.
If the goods arrive after the relevant selling season, their commercial value may decline.
Financing should account for production timing, seasonality and inventory markdown risk.
Packaging and Manufacturing Businesses
Manufacturers may import components, packaging machinery or raw materials before using them in their own production.
Where no separate qualifying customer purchase order exists, a general working capital or suitable trade finance facility may be more relevant than traditional purchase order finance.
What Do Lenders Look for When Financing Overseas Supplier Deposits?
A lender assessing a pre-shipment import transaction may examine several factors.
1. Business Trading History
Established importers may be able to demonstrate previous successful supplier relationships and completed import transactions.
A newer company may require more supporting evidence.
2. Supplier Credibility
The lender may want to verify the supplier's identity, trading history, banking information and ability to fulfil the order.
3. Confirmed Customer Orders
Where purchase order financing is requested, the lender may require a qualifying order from an acceptable end customer.
A speculative sales forecast is not equivalent to a completed purchase order.
4. Transaction Profitability
The expected resale price must support the landed cost and financing expenses.
A large purchase order does not guarantee that the importer will earn a profit.
5. Cash Flow and Repayment Capacity
The lender may examine whether the importer can repay the facility if the expected customer payment arrives late or the goods are difficult to sell.
6. Existing Business Borrowing
Other loans, overdrafts, equipment finance and supplier credit obligations may affect affordability.
7. Payment Structure
The lender may examine when deposits, balances, shipping charges and other payments become due.
8. Product and Regulatory Risk
Certain goods may require import licences, product safety evidence, certifications or other compliance documentation.
9. Foreign Exchange Exposure
Where supplier invoices are denominated in another currency, the lender may assess the effect of exchange-rate changes.
10. Security and Guarantees
The financing provider may require appropriate collateral, payment controls, company security or personal guarantees.
No universal deposit-financing approval threshold applies across all UK commercial lenders.
What Documents Are Needed for Overseas Supplier Deposit Finance?
Document requirements vary, but a well-prepared application may include:
- Business information: Legal name, company number, operating address, ownership and principal business activities.
- Supplier pro forma invoice: Goods, quantity, specifications, price and payment terms.
- Purchase agreement: Relevant production, shipment, cancellation, quality and dispute provisions.
- Supplier information: Verified legal identity, address, bank details and supporting commercial information.
- Customer purchase order: Where financing is linked to a confirmed end-customer sale.
- Supplier payment schedule: Deposit percentage, remaining balance and milestone dates.
- Freight quotation: Shipping, insurance, delivery and related costs.
- Import cost calculation: Expected duties, VAT treatment, customs and handling costs.
- Financial statements: Available annual accounts and recent management accounts.
- Business bank statements: Evidence of trading activity and existing financial commitments.
- Existing debt schedule: Loans, overdrafts, supplier finance and other outstanding obligations.
- Cash flow forecast: Expected drawdowns, supplier payments, shipment timing, customer collections and finance repayments.
A lender may require further information about product compliance, inspection arrangements, security or the end customer's creditworthiness.
Not every provider requires every document.
UK Customs and Import Compliance Before Paying the Deposit
A business should check whether the goods can legally and economically enter the UK before committing funds to an overseas supplier.
EORI Registration
Businesses importing into Great Britain generally require a GB Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number.
Movements involving Northern Ireland can have different requirements.
See GOV.UK — Import Customs Declarations.
Commodity Classification
The importer should identify the correct commodity code.
This helps establish the relevant duty and VAT treatment and may identify other import requirements.
Origin and Tariff Preferences
Certain goods may qualify for preferential duty treatment under applicable UK trade agreements.
However, eligibility depends on the relevant rules of origin and supporting documentation.
Buying goods from a particular country does not automatically establish preferential origin.
Product Safety
Certain imported products must satisfy UK product safety and other applicable requirements.
The importer may have legal responsibilities for ensuring compliance before placing goods on the market.
See GOV.UK — Product Safety Law for Importers.
Sanctions and Import Restrictions
Some goods, countries, individuals and entities are subject to UK sanctions or import restrictions.
Businesses should conduct appropriate checks before paying suppliers.
The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation published updated guidance for importers and exporters in January 2026.
See GOV.UK — Financial Sanctions Guidance for Importers and Exporters.
A business should not borrow money and pay an overseas deposit until it has adequately assessed whether the transaction can lawfully proceed.
Can UK Export Finance Help With Overseas Supplier Deposits?
UK Export Finance (UKEF) principally supports eligible UK exporters rather than operating as a general financing programme for every business importing goods for domestic resale.
However, some UK exporters purchase overseas materials or components used in their UK export activities.
These businesses may be eligible for certain UKEF-supported facilities.
General Export Facility
UKEF's General Export Facility provides eligible lenders with a partial guarantee to support financing for qualifying UK exporters.
Supported products can include cash facilities, such as trade loans, and certain contingent facilities, such as bonding and letter of credit lines.
The programme may support working capital needed to fulfil or develop export activity.
Published eligibility criteria include export-sales tests, alongside other UK business requirements.
For example, an exporter may need to demonstrate that export sales represented at least 20% of annual turnover in one of the previous three financial years, or at least 5% in each of those years.
Other criteria and exceptions apply.
See UK Export Finance — General Export Facility.
Is UKEF Available to Pure Importers?
A business whose activity consists solely of importing goods for resale within the UK should not assume it qualifies for exporter-focused UKEF support.
The distinction between importing goods and producing UK exports matters.
A business should review programme eligibility with an appropriate participating lender.
A government-backed lender guarantee does not eliminate the borrower's responsibility to repay the financing.
How Much Does Overseas Supplier Deposit Financing Cost?
There is no universal interest rate for UK import finance or overseas supplier deposit funding.
Pricing depends on the lender, financing structure, transaction, credit risk, term, security and permitted drawdown arrangements.
Potential charges include:
- Interest on drawn funds.
- Arrangement or facility fees.
- Transaction or drawdown charges.
- Letter of credit or guarantee commissions.
- Documentary processing charges.
- Foreign exchange conversion costs.
- Legal or security fees.
- Facility extension charges.
- Early settlement fees.
Why Drawdown Timing Matters
Consider two facilities providing the same maximum £100,000 financing limit.
One requires the business to borrow the full amount immediately.
The other permits the company to draw smaller amounts as supplier payments become due.
If interest is charged only on drawn balances, the second arrangement may reduce interest costs.
However, it could involve higher facility fees or other conditions.
The correct comparison is between full written offers, taking account of actual expected cash movements.
Short-Term Fees Can Be Expensive
A lender charging a fixed fee equal to a percentage of the facility amount over a short period may have a high effective annualised financing cost.
The headline percentage should not be treated as an annual interest rate unless it is explicitly calculated on that basis.
Compare the Total Amount Payable
Before accepting financing, ask for the expected total interest, fees and other charges.
Also ask what happens if shipment or customer payment is delayed.
A facility that appears affordable over 90 days may become substantially more expensive if repayment takes 150 days.
Can You Finance Overseas Supplier Deposits Without a Customer Purchase Order?
Potentially, although some specialist financing options may be unavailable.
Traditional purchase order finance generally relies on a qualifying customer order that supports the transaction.
A wholesaler buying speculative inventory for future resale may not satisfy that requirement.
However, it may still investigate a general working capital loan, revolving credit facility or other appropriate commercial financing.
Lenders may assess established turnover, inventory turnover, existing trading history and repayment capacity.
A new importer without a confirmed customer order, meaningful trading history or accessible collateral may have fewer options.
A lender's willingness to finance one import transaction does not imply that it will finance every supplier or product.
Can You Finance a 100% Upfront Overseas Supplier Payment?
Potentially, but full prepayment can create substantial exposure.
The importer may lose control of the entire purchase price before having reliable evidence that the goods have been produced or shipped.
A lender may be unwilling to finance such a transaction without acceptable supporting protections.
Possible considerations include supplier history, independent verification, appropriate payment guarantees and alternative terms.
However, even these measures may not eliminate loss risk.
For a new or unverified supplier, a requirement for 100% upfront payment should trigger careful due diligence before financing is considered.
Can Businesses With Bad Credit Obtain Overseas Supplier Financing?
Some commercial finance providers may consider businesses with adverse credit, depending on the circumstances.
However, pre-shipment supplier financing can involve additional commercial risk beyond ordinary unsecured borrowing.
A lender may therefore examine both the borrower's creditworthiness and the transaction itself.
Poor credit can restrict eligibility, increase costs or result in a declined application.
A confirmed customer purchase order does not automatically overcome an inability to repay debt.
Businesses should avoid claims suggesting international supplier finance is guaranteed regardless of credit or affordability.
Can You Finance Overseas Machinery Deposits?
Potentially.
Equipment importers and UK businesses purchasing machinery from overseas manufacturers may need to pay deposits before production begins.
A suitable commercial lender may consider the deposit and remaining purchase price as part of the financing request.
However, ordinary equipment finance providers may have restrictions on paying manufacturers before delivery.
Some providers finance the asset only after it has been manufactured, inspected or accepted.
Custom-Built Machinery
Custom machinery may involve staged payments during production.
The buyer should establish whether the finance provider supports progress payments and what conditions apply.
Machinery for the Importer's Own Use
A UK manufacturer importing equipment for its own operations may consider asset finance alongside general working capital.
However, one facility may not cover every deposit, shipping, installation and commissioning expense.
Machinery Purchased for Resale
An equipment dealer importing machinery for a customer may be assessed under a different structure from an end user financing machinery for its own operations.
The dealer's repayment source may depend on successful resale or settlement from the end customer.
These arrangements should not be assumed to qualify for identical financing products.
How to Strengthen an Overseas Supplier Deposit Finance Application
Step 1: Verify the Supplier
Confirm legal identity, trading history and payment details.
Step 2: Document the Purchase
Obtain a detailed pro forma invoice and purchase agreement.
Step 3: Explain the Supplier Deposit
Show why the deposit is required, its amount and the production obligations it supports.
Step 4: Calculate the Full Landed Cost
Include supplier payments, freight, applicable duties, VAT cash requirements and clearance costs.
Step 5: Document the Repayment Source
Provide confirmed customer orders or evidence of established trading cash flow, where relevant.
Step 6: Build a Transaction Cash Flow Forecast
Identify the timing of every payment, shipment milestone and customer receipt.
Step 7: Prepare a Delay Scenario
Test what happens if production, shipment or customer payment is delayed.
Step 8: Consider Payment Protection
Investigate whether appropriate guarantees, inspection conditions or documentary payment instruments could reduce transaction risk.
Step 9: Select the Appropriate Product
A confirmed B2B purchase order may support one financing structure.
Speculative inventory may require a different form of working capital.
Step 10: Review the Written Financing Terms
Ensure the facility's drawdown, repayment, security and payment-control arrangements are understood before committing to the supplier.
When Should You Avoid Financing an Overseas Supplier Deposit?
An importer should be cautious about borrowing where the underlying transaction is not sufficiently verified or commercially viable.
Warning signs include:
- A supplier that cannot establish its legal identity.
- Unexpected changes to bank account details.
- Unusually large upfront payment demands.
- Inconsistent supplier invoices or purchase agreements.
- Products whose specifications cannot be independently verified.
- Import restrictions or unresolved compliance requirements.
- No credible source of repayment.
- Insufficient funding to complete the remaining supplier payments.
- Financing costs that eliminate the expected profit.
- A customer order that can easily be cancelled without appropriate protection.
- No contingency for delays or defective products.
- Existing debt obligations that are already difficult to manage.
Borrowing may be appropriate for a genuine working capital timing gap.
It is not a substitute for supplier due diligence or a viable import transaction.
Frequently Asked Questions About Overseas Supplier Deposit Financing
Can I Get a Business Loan to Pay an Overseas Supplier Deposit?
Potentially. Some UK commercial lenders may consider eligible supplier deposit payments under working capital or trade finance products. Approval depends on the business, transaction and lender's criteria.
Can I Get Import Finance Before Goods Are Shipped?
Potentially. Some providers consider pre-shipment transactions, but others require goods to reach specified production or shipment stages before releasing funding.
Can Purchase Order Finance Pay a 30% Supplier Deposit?
Some purchase order finance providers may consider eligible pre-shipment supplier payments. However, deposit financing is not automatically included in every purchase order facility.
Can I Finance Goods Being Manufactured in China?
Potentially. A UK importer may be able to explore appropriate trade or working capital finance for eligible overseas supplier purchases. The provider will assess the supplier, transaction, repayment source and compliance requirements.
Can I Finance Supplier Deposits in Europe?
Potentially. UK businesses importing eligible goods from European suppliers may access appropriate commercial financing, subject to the lender and transaction requirements.
Can I Get Financing Without a Confirmed Customer Order?
Possibly. General-purpose working capital loans and revolving facilities may not require a specific customer purchase order, although the borrower must demonstrate repayment capacity.
What Is the Difference Between Import Finance and Purchase Order Finance?
Import finance broadly supports eligible international purchasing transactions. Purchase order finance is more specifically linked to fulfilling qualifying customer orders. The two can overlap, but their eligibility requirements differ.
What if My Supplier Requires 50% Upfront?
A lender may consider the required payment under an eligible financing structure. However, the business should review the supplier risk, deposit protection, remaining balance and complete funding requirement.
Can I Get Finance for the Entire Supplier Invoice?
Potentially. Some facilities support larger portions of eligible purchasing costs, but the approved amount depends on lender criteria and transaction conditions.
Can I Finance Freight and Customs Duty?
Some commercial financing products may allow relevant freight and import-related expenditure. However, not every facility covers these costs. Confirm permitted uses with the provider.
Does Postponed VAT Accounting Reduce the Amount I Need to Borrow?
It may. Eligible VAT-registered businesses can account for certain import VAT on their VAT return rather than paying it upfront. This does not remove Customs Duty or other import expenses.
Can I Borrow Against Goods That Have Not Been Manufactured?
Some specialist arrangements may be considered, but the absence of finished goods creates additional risk. Lenders may require stronger supplier verification, customer orders or payment protections.
Can an Import Letter of Credit Replace a Supplier Deposit?
Sometimes a supplier may accept an appropriate letter of credit instead of a substantial upfront payment. However, acceptance depends on the supplier, banking arrangements and transaction terms.
Does a Letter of Credit Guarantee the Goods Will Be Delivered Correctly?
No. Documentary letters of credit generally operate through compliance with specified documents rather than independent guarantees of physical product quality.
What Is an Advance Payment Guarantee?
It is a banking instrument that may protect an importer against specified supplier non-performance after an advance payment. The protection depends on the guarantee's wording and applicable claim conditions.
Can I Use Invoice Finance Before Goods Are Delivered?
Conventional invoice finance generally requires eligible outstanding customer invoices. Purchase order finance may be more relevant before an order is fulfilled.
How Much Can I Borrow for Overseas Supplier Payments?
The amount depends on the lender, borrower, transaction, repayment capacity and applicable security. There is no universal UK supplier-deposit loan limit.
Can a New Import Business Get Supplier Deposit Finance?
Potentially, but some providers require established trading history, verified suppliers and evidence of customer demand. New importers may have fewer financing options.
Can I Get Overseas Supplier Finance With Bad Credit?
Some lenders may consider adverse credit, but approval depends on the applicant's circumstances. Pre-shipment commercial risks may further restrict eligibility.
Do Import Finance Facilities Require Personal Guarantees?
Some do, while others may rely on corporate security or other arrangements. The requirement depends on the financing provider and transaction.
How Long Can Import Finance Be Outstanding?
Terms depend on the facility and trading cycle. Some transactions require repayment after a specific number of days, while revolving arrangements may have different conditions.
What Happens if the Supplier Fails to Ship?
The borrower generally remains responsible for its financing obligations. Recovery against the supplier or under any guarantee depends on the purchase agreement and applicable legal rights.
What Happens if the Goods Are Rejected by Customs?
The importer may incur additional storage, remediation, return or other costs. The financing agreement remains subject to its terms, and repayment may still be required.
Can UK Export Finance Help Importers?
UKEF principally supports eligible UK exporters. Some exporters importing materials or components for export activity may qualify for supported facilities, but pure importers should not assume eligibility.
Is Import Finance FCA-Regulated?
The regulatory position depends on the borrower, agreement and activities involved.
Certain small business credit agreements involving sole traders and some small partnerships may fall within the consumer credit regulatory perimeter.
Much commercial lending to limited companies falls outside that perimeter.
Where relevant, firms and permissions can be checked using the FCA Financial Services Register.
How Quickly Can Overseas Supplier Deposit Finance Be Approved?
Timelines depend on the lender, business documentation, supplier verification, transaction structure, security and compliance requirements.
No approval or funding date is guaranteed.
How to Apply for Overseas Supplier Deposit Finance in the UK
Step 1: Confirm the Supplier and Purchase Terms
Obtain verified supplier information, a complete purchase agreement and the pro forma invoice.
Step 2: Identify the Deposit Requirement
Calculate the initial payment and the dates when the remaining supplier amounts become due.
Step 3: Calculate the Full Transaction Cost
Include transport, insurance, applicable Customs Duty, import VAT cash requirements and clearance expenses.
Step 4: Establish the Financing Need
Determine how much company cash is genuinely available and how much external funding is required at each stage.
Step 5: Document the Repayment Source
Provide customer orders, financial records or other credible evidence of how the financing will be repaid.
Step 6: Explore Suitable Financing Structures
Consider import finance, purchase order finance, working capital loans or other products appropriate for the business.
Step 7: Review Supplier Payment Protections
Consider whether a letter of credit, appropriate guarantee, inspection arrangement or another contractual protection is available and commercially suitable.
Step 8: Compare Written Financing Offers
Review interest, fees, drawdown conditions, repayment obligations, security and currency exposure.
Step 9: Complete Underwriting
The lender may verify the business, supplier, customer, documents and relevant transaction details.
Step 10: Confirm Funding Conditions Before Paying the Supplier
Ensure that the financing arrangements support both the initial deposit and later transaction obligations.
Do not commit to non-refundable overseas payments on the assumption that financing will automatically become available.
Explore Overseas Supplier Deposit Financing With Mehmi Financial Group
Does your UK business need financing to pay an overseas manufacturer, secure an inventory order or meet a supplier deposit before shipment?
Mehmi Financial Group is a Canada-based commercial financing brokerage that considers commercial financing enquiries, subject to applicable jurisdictional requirements and independent third-party financing provider availability.
For UK businesses, our team can confirm whether an appropriate financing introduction or referral route is available for the particular supplier payment and transaction requirements.
To begin an enquiry, prepare:
- Your legal business name and UK location.
- Your industry and principal business activities.
- Approximate monthly or annual turnover.
- Trading history.
- Overseas supplier country and business details.
- Total purchase order value.
- Required supplier deposit.
- Remaining supplier payment terms.
- Expected production and shipment dates.
- Relevant UK customer purchase orders, if available.
- Existing borrowing obligations.
Discuss Your Overseas Supplier Financing Requirements With Mehmi Financial Group
An initial enquiry can help determine whether a suitable commercial financing route may be available and what supporting information would be required.
Financing, where available, is provided by independent third parties and remains subject to underwriting, permitted uses, contractual conditions and final approval.
No financing amount, rate, approval or funding date is guaranteed.
Final Verdict: Financing Overseas Supplier Deposits Before Goods Are Shipped
Overseas supplier deposits are a normal part of many international purchasing arrangements, but they can place substantial pressure on a UK business's working capital.
An importer may need to pay 30%, 50% or more before goods have been manufactured or shipped.
The company may then need further funding for the outstanding supplier balance, freight, customs charges and operating expenses before receiving payment from its customers.
Several financing structures may help address these requirements.
Import finance may support eligible international supplier transactions.
Purchase order financing may help businesses fulfil confirmed commercial customer orders.
Working capital loans and revolving facilities may be appropriate for established importers with recurring inventory requirements.
Letters of credit and advance payment guarantees may help manage certain payment and supplier risks, although they serve different purposes from cash financing.
The most important consideration is whether the business can finance the entire import transaction, receive goods that meet contractual and legal requirements, and repay the borrowing from realistic cash flow.
Financing the first deposit is only one part of the decision.
Before proceeding, verify the supplier, calculate the full landed cost, assess transaction profitability, understand the payment terms and establish a credible repayment plan.
The right financing arrangement should allow the business to complete commercially viable import transactions without placing unnecessary pressure on its operating cash or exposing it to risks it cannot reasonably manage.
About the Author
Jodhbir Mehmi | Mehmi Financial Group
Jodhbir Mehmi works in commercial financing at Mehmi Financial Group, supporting business owners with financing requirements, credit documentation and commercial lending enquiries.
His work includes business loans, equipment financing, working capital and commercial financing structures.
Sources and Research Methodology
This article draws on official UK import guidance, trade finance information, banking resources and internationally recognised commercial trade standards.
Northern Ireland Business Information — Paying Overseas Suppliers
Guidance on advance payments, documentary collections, letters of credit and overseas purchasing risks.
https://www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/content/paying-overseas-suppliers
British Business Bank — Purchase Order Financing Guide
Explanation of purchase order finance, pre-delivery funding and relevant business financing considerations.
HSBC UK — Import Finance Solutions
Information about import finance, documentary credits, supplier payments and working capital.
https://www.business.hsbc.uk/en-gb/corporate/solutions/managing-risk/imports
NatWest — Bonds, Guarantees and Standby Letters of Credit
Information about trade guarantees, including advance payment and performance-related arrangements.
https://www.natwest.com/business/trade-finance/bonds-guarantees-and-standby-letters-of-credit.html
International Chamber of Commerce — Incoterms 2020
Official explanation of Incoterms responsibilities, risk transfer and matters excluded from the rules.
https://library.iccwbo.org/clp/clp-incoterms-qa-2020.htm
HMRC — UK Trade Tariff
Official commodity classification and duty information.
https://www.gov.uk/trade-tariff
HMRC — Postponed VAT Accounting
Information on accounting for eligible import VAT on the business's VAT return.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-when-you-can-account-for-import-vat-on-your-vat-return
HMRC — Payment of Duties and VAT on Imports
Guidance on duty deferment, import VAT and customs payment arrangements.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/paying-vat-and-duties-on-imports
HMRC — Customs Valuation and Exchange Rates
Guidance on converting overseas supplier and other foreign-currency amounts for customs valuation.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/customs-valuation/exchange-rates
UK Export Finance — General Export Facility
Official eligibility information for financing support available to certain UK exporters.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/general-export-facility
Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation — Importer and Exporter Guidance, January 2026
UK financial sanctions guidance relevant to international commercial transactions.
UK Government — Stop! Think Fraud
Guidance on payment diversion and protecting businesses against invoice fraud.
https://stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/protecting-your-business/
All transaction scenarios, exchange rates and financing calculations in this article are hypothetical. They illustrate financing and import-risk principles rather than actual lender offers, verified customer case studies, market-average rates or guaranteed approval criteria.
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This article provides general educational information and does not constitute personalised financial, tax, customs, legal, accounting or trade advice, a credit decision or an offer of financing.
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Where financing is available, it is provided by independent third parties and remains subject to their eligibility criteria, underwriting, contractual conditions and final approval.
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