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Defence & Security Contractors: Pay Brazil Suppliers Fast

Import defence equipment, security systems, and military supplies (licensed) Send BRL payments to Brazil suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 86% vs traditional banks.

Save £3,030 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Defence & Security Contractors paying Brazil suppliers

Traditional Bank

£3,535

FX Spread: 3.5% + £35 fee

❌ 2-3 day settlement
❌ Hidden FX margins
❌ High correspondent bank fees
❌ Manual compliance checks

Unicorn Currencies

£505

FX Spread: 0.5% + £5 fee

✓ T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
✓ Transparent pricing
✓ PIX available
✓ 0.14s automated compliance

Your Annual Savings

86%

£3,030 per £100k

At £500k-£20M monthly volume, save £36,360/year

Common Challenges: Defence & Security Contractors in Brazil

Industry Pain Points

Export license requirements
Stringent compliance (ITAR, EAR)
Long procurement cycles
Classified requirements

Country-Specific Considerations

Central Bank of Brazil (Banco Central) regulations
Brazilian tax ID (CNPJ) required for business payments
Currency controls apply to BRL flows
Import license may be required for certain goods

How Unicorn Solves Defence & Security Contractors Payment Challenges in Brazil

Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)

Use PIX for instant BRL settlement.Brazil's revolutionary instant payment system, launched 2020, now dominant

Real-Time FX Exposure Tracking

Upload supplier invoices as PDFs. Our AI OCR extracts amounts and currencies. See exactly what waiting costs you in real-time. Lock rates for 15 seconds when you see a good rate.

0.14s Compliance Screening

Automated compliance checks for Brazil regulations.Central Bank of Brazil (Banco Central) regulations handled automatically.

Defence & Security Contractors Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of Defence & Security Contractors when paying Brazil suppliers

⏱ Payment Timing

Contract milestones over multi-year periods. Government payment terms: Net 60-90.

Settlement Priority: MODERATE: Planned contract milestones. Compliance clearance often more important than speed.

📄 Invoice Terms

Milestones per contract, Net 60-90 government, progress payments.

Cash Flow Pattern:

Government budget cycles. Multi-year contracts. Milestone-based. Long payment terms.

📊 FX Risk Profile

HIGH: USD (US defence), multi-year contracts. Large values. Government contracts may have FX clauses.

Supplier Relationships:

Strategic partnerships. Security-vetted supply chains. Long-term relationships. Prime/subcontractor structures.

Common Documentation for Defence & Security Contractors

Export License
End-User Certificate
Security Classification
Contract Documentation
Compliance Declaration

Popular Brazil Supplier Types for Defence & Security Contractors

Common Brazil Suppliers

Coffee exporters (Minas Gerais, São Paulo)
Agricultural commodities (Mato Grosso, Paraná)
Leather goods (Rio Grande do Sul)
Manufacturing (São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro)

Payment Tips for Brazil

PIX revolutionized Brazilian payments - instant, 24/7, free
Brazil = World's largest coffee exporter
BRL volatility high - use rate locks
Most suppliers now prefer PIX over TED/DOC

Typical Transaction Size

£75k-£300k

Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Pay Brazil Suppliers 86% Cheaper?

Join Defence & Security Contractors businesses saving £3,030 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

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