Coffee Importers: Pay Vietnam Suppliers Fast
Import green coffee beans, roasted coffee, and specialty coffee products from origin countries Send VND payments to Vietnam suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 86% vs traditional banks.
Save £3,030 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Coffee Importers paying Vietnam suppliers
- ❌ 2-3 day settlement
- ❌ Hidden FX margins
- ❌ High correspondent bank fees
- ❌ Manual compliance checks
- ✓ T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
- ✓ Transparent pricing
- ✓ NAPAS (National Payment Corporation of Vietnam) available
- ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
At £300k-£2M monthly volume, save £36,360/year
Common Challenges: Coffee Importers in Vietnam
Industry Pain Points
- FX volatility between contract and delivery (3-6 month gap)
- Demurrage costs on delayed containers ($150-300/day)
- Payment timing pressure from suppliers
- Thin margins (8-12%) vulnerable to FX swings
Country-Specific Considerations
- State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) foreign exchange controls
- Tax identification number (TIN) required for suppliers
- Import license for certain goods
- VND is non-convertible - must use USD intermediary
How Unicorn Solves Coffee Importers Payment Challenges in Vietnam
Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
Use NAPAS (National Payment Corporation of Vietnam) for instant VND settlement.Vietnam domestic payment switch
Real-Time FX Exposure Tracking
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0.14s Compliance Screening
Automated compliance checks for Vietnam regulations.State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) foreign exchange controls handled automatically.
Coffee Importers Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Coffee Importers when paying Vietnam suppliers
⏱ Payment Timing
Letter of Credit (LC) at shipment or Net 30-60 days after container arrival
📄 Invoice Terms
LC for orders $50k+ (Green Coffee), Net 30 for established relationships, 50% prepayment for new suppliers
Seasonal harvest peaks (Oct-Mar Southern hemisphere, Apr-Sep Northern). Bi-weekly container arrivals during harvest, monthly off-season.
📊 FX Risk Profile
HIGH: 3-6 month contract-to-delivery gap. BRL and VND volatility. 10% FX swing eliminates entire 8-12% profit margin.
Long-term contracts with estates/cooperatives for specialty. Spot market for commodity-grade. Brokers for aggregation.
Common Documentation for Coffee Importers
- Bill of Lading (ocean freight proof)
- Commercial Invoice with ICO standards
- Certificate of Origin (USDA/phytosanitary)
- Quality Report (cupping scores, defect count)
- Insurance Certificate (marine cargo)
Popular Vietnam Supplier Types for Coffee Importers
Common Vietnam Suppliers
- Textile manufacturers (Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi)
- Electronics assembly (Bac Ninh, Hai Phong)
- Furniture makers (Binh Duong)
- Agricultural exporters (Mekong Delta)
Payment Tips for Vietnam
- Most Vietnamese suppliers prefer USD over VND
- SWIFT still dominant - local rails underdeveloped
- Vietnam emerging as China alternative for manufacturing
- Lower labor costs but less infrastructure than China
Ready to Pay Vietnam Suppliers 86% Cheaper?
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