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Defence & Security Contractors: Pay Germany Suppliers Fast

Import defence equipment, security systems, and military supplies (licensed) Send EUR payments to Germany suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 75% vs traditional banks.

✓ Popular Corridor: European defence suppliers

Save £1,525 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Defence & Security Contractors paying Germany suppliers

Traditional Bank
£2,030
FX Spread: 2% + £30 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
  • SEPA Instant Credit Transfer available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
75%
£1,525 per £100k

At £500k-£20M monthly volume, save £18,300/year

Common Challenges: Defence & Security Contractors in Germany

Industry Pain Points

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

Country-Specific Considerations

  • BaFin (Federal Financial Supervisory Authority) regulations
  • VAT (19%) documentation required for B2B transactions
  • Strict invoice requirements (must include tax ID, buyer details)
  • SEPA compliance for EUR payments

How Unicorn Solves Defence & Security Contractors Payment Challenges in Germany

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

Use SEPA Instant Credit Transfer for instant EUR settlement.Instant EUR payments, 24/7, 10-second settlement max

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 Germany regulations.BaFin (Federal Financial Supervisory Authority) regulations handled automatically.

Defence & Security Contractors Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of Defence & Security Contractors when paying Germany 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 Germany Supplier Types for Defence & Security Contractors

Common Germany Suppliers

  • Automotive suppliers (Stuttgart, Munich, Wolfsburg)
  • Machinery manufacturers (Cologne, Hamburg)
  • Chemical producers (Frankfurt, Ludwigshafen)
  • Precision engineering (Berlin, Dresden)

Payment Tips for Germany

  • Germany = Manufacturing powerhouse, strict quality standards
  • Use SEPA Instant for same-day settlement vs 2-3 day SWIFT
  • German suppliers expect precise documentation and timely payment
  • Mittelstand (mid-sized) companies dominate supply chains
Typical Transaction Size
£80k-£350k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Pay Germany Suppliers 75% Cheaper?

Join Defence & Security Contractors businesses saving £1,525 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

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