2 Import LC Amendment

Import LC Amendment process enables the user to make an amendment to the LC which had been already issued.

The common amendments that are made to an Import LC are:
  • Expiry date
  • Latest Shipment Date
  • Increase/Decrease in LC amount
  • Tolerance percentage
  • Confirmation instruction
  • Available with bank
  • Port of loading/discharge
  • Goods quantity
  • Related documents to be submitted

The amendments may need consent from the beneficiary of the amendment. In such scenarios, after the processing of amendment, the amended LC is parked awaiting beneficiary consent.

The user can also amend an Import LC in closed status. In the following sections, let’s look at the details for Import LC amendment process.

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