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Send Money from Scotland to Japan
Scottish businesses and exporters paying Japan suppliers. Send GBP from Scotland, receive JPY in Japan with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).
✓ Competitive Advantage: Local GBP collection + local JPY delivery = no correspondent bank fees
Save £2,330 per £100k Payment
Scotland to Japan corridor savings
Traditional Bank
£2,835
- ❌ 2-3 day settlement
- ❌ Multiple correspondent banks
- ❌ Hidden FX margins
- ❌ High SWIFT fees
Unicorn Currencies
£505
- ✓ T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
- ✓ Local GBP collection
- ✓ Transparent 0.5% spread
- ✓ Zengin System
Your Savings
82%
£2,330 per £100k
At £600k-£6M monthly, save £11,662/year
Sending from Scotland: What You Need to Know
GBP Origin Specifics
- Scotland uses GBP currency
- Post-Brexit customs documentation
- FCA regulated payment services
Your Local Advantages
- Local GBP account available
- Faster Payments instant collection
- No correspondent bank fees on origin side
Local Collection Method
Faster Payments
Instant (T+0) • UK domestic instant payments. Money available immediately.
Paying Suppliers in Japan: Compliance & Requirements
Regulatory Considerations
- Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act compliance
- Japan Customs documentation for goods imports
- Consumption Tax (10%) documentation
- JFSA (Financial Services Agency) oversight
Payment Best Practices
- Japan = Quality manufacturing, automotive/electronics leader
- Zengin System standard for domestic payments
- Strong quality control - documentation critical
- Relationship-based business culture - long-term partnerships valued
Destination Settlement
T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
via Zengin System
Scotland → Japan Corridor Insights
Popular Industries
- Automotive
- Electronics
- Machinery
Peak Trading Hours
01:00-09:00 GMT (Asia business hours)
Best for rate execution and faster settlement
Typical Volume
£100k-£500k
Average transaction size for this corridor
Monthly volume: £600k-£6M
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.
Ready to Send GBP from Scotland to Japan?
Save 82% on every payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Local GBP collection available.
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