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E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail: Pay Argentina Suppliers Fast

Cross-border e-commerce businesses importing products for online retail and fulfillment Send ARS payments to Argentina suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 86% vs traditional banks.

Save £3,020 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail paying Argentina suppliers

Traditional Bank
£3,525
FX Spread: 3.5% + £25 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
  • CVU (Clave Virtual Uniforme) available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
86%
£3,020 per £100k

At £100k-£2M monthly volume, save £36,240/year

Common Challenges: E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail in Argentina

Industry Pain Points

  • High transaction volume, low individual values
  • Multi-marketplace multi-currency
  • Rapid inventory turnover
  • Returns and refund processing

Country-Specific Considerations

  • Banco Central de la República Argentina FX controls
  • AFIP (Tax Authority) documentation
  • IVA (VAT 21%) on goods and services
  • Currency restrictions - confirm compliance

How Unicorn Solves E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail Payment Challenges in Argentina

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

Use CVU (Clave Virtual Uniforme) for instant ARS settlement.Argentina instant payment system

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 Argentina regulations.Banco Central de la República Argentina FX controls handled automatically.

E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail when paying Argentina suppliers

Payment Timing

T/T advance for new products. Established suppliers: Net 15-30. Marketplaces pay bi-weekly/monthly.

Settlement Priority: HIGH: Stock-outs lose Buy Box. Fast payment = priority fulfillment. Cash flow critical.

📄 Invoice Terms

T/T advance (new suppliers), Net 15-30 (established), Alibaba Trade Assurance.

Cash Flow Pattern:

Pay suppliers 30-60 days before marketplace payment. Q4 cash-intensive. Working capital gap is primary challenge.

📊 FX Risk Profile

HIGH: CNY (sourcing), multiple marketplace currencies (USD, EUR). High volume, thin margins (15-25%). Must manage closely.

Supplier Relationships:

Alibaba/1688 sourcing. Factory direct for volume. Trade Assurance for security. Multiple suppliers for supply security.

Common Documentation for E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail

  • Commercial Invoice
  • Product Compliance Certificate
  • Customs Declaration
  • Insurance Certificate
  • Tracking Documentation

Popular Argentina Supplier Types for E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail

Common Argentina Suppliers

  • Agricultural exporters (Pampas region)
  • Beef producers (Buenos Aires, Santa Fe)
  • Wine makers (Mendoza, San Juan)
  • Lithium mines (Salta, Jujuy)

Payment Tips for Argentina

  • Argentina = Agricultural powerhouse, beef/soybean exporter
  • Currency volatility HIGH - FX hedging critical
  • Buenos Aires = Main business hub
  • Capital controls - confirm payment feasibility before contracting
Typical Transaction Size
£40k-£190k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Pay Argentina Suppliers 86% Cheaper?

Join E-commerce & Cross-Border Retail businesses saving £3,020 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

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