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Defence & Security Contractors: Pay Sweden Suppliers Fast

Import defence equipment, security systems, and military supplies (licensed) Send SEK payments to Sweden suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 78% vs traditional banks.

Save £1,825 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Defence & Security Contractors paying Sweden suppliers

Traditional Bank
£2,330
FX Spread: 2.3% + £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
  • Swish available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
78%
£1,825 per £100k

At £500k-£20M monthly volume, save £21,900/year

Common Challenges: Defence & Security Contractors in Sweden

Industry Pain Points

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

Country-Specific Considerations

  • Riksbank (central bank) regulations
  • Swedish Customs documentation
  • VAT (25%) on goods and services
  • Finansinspektionen oversight

How Unicorn Solves Defence & Security Contractors Payment Challenges in Sweden

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

Use Swish for instant SEK settlement.Sweden instant payment system, 80%+ adoption

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 Sweden regulations.Riksbank (central bank) regulations handled automatically.

Defence & Security Contractors Payment Profile

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

Common Sweden Suppliers

  • Automotive manufacturers (Gothenburg, Trollhättan)
  • Machinery producers (Stockholm, Västerås)
  • Forestry companies (Norrland region)
  • Tech companies (Stockholm, Malmö)

Payment Tips for Sweden

  • Sweden = Engineering excellence (Volvo, Scania, Ericsson)
  • Swish enables instant SEK payments
  • Cashless society - digital payments preferred
  • Strong sustainability focus - ESG documentation valued
Typical Transaction Size
£75k-£370k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Pay Sweden Suppliers 78% Cheaper?

Join Defence & Security Contractors businesses saving £1,825 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

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