Freight Forwarding: Pay Turkey Suppliers Fast
Freight forwarders and logistics companies managing international shipments and payments Send TRY payments to Turkey suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 87% vs traditional banks.
Save £3,530 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Freight Forwarding paying Turkey 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
- ✓ BKM (Interbank Card Center) available
- ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
At £500k-£5M monthly volume, save £42,360/year
Common Challenges: Freight Forwarding in Turkey
Industry Pain Points
- Multi-currency payments to agents worldwide
- Demurrage and detention costs from delays
- Thin margins (3-8%) vulnerable to FX
- High payment volume (200+ monthly)
Country-Specific Considerations
- Central Bank of Turkey (TCMB) regulations
- High inflation - TRY volatility extreme
- Many suppliers prefer EUR/USD invoicing
- Turkish customs documentation required
How Unicorn Solves Freight Forwarding Payment Challenges in Turkey
Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
Use BKM (Interbank Card Center) for instant TRY settlement.Turkey's national 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 Turkey regulations.Central Bank of Turkey (TCMB) regulations handled automatically.
Freight Forwarding Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Freight Forwarding when paying Turkey suppliers
⏱ Payment Timing
Payment before cargo release. Port fees due immediately. Agent payments Net 7-14 days. High frequency: 5-20 payments daily.
📄 Invoice Terms
Prepayment for port fees, Net 7-14 for agents, Net 30 for established partners. Credit lines essential for cash flow.
Daily payments, cash flow intensive. Peak season (Aug-Nov) requires extra working capital. Payment terms mismatch: pay agents before client pays.
📊 FX Risk Profile
HIGH: Multi-currency exposure (CNY, EUR, USD, AED). 3-8% margins mean 2% FX move eliminates profit. Must hedge or pass through.
Network of agents worldwide. Long-term relationships essential for reliability. Commission-based structures. Reciprocal arrangements common.
Common Documentation for Freight Forwarding
- Bill of Lading
- Commercial Invoice
- Customs Entry Documentation
- Delivery Order
- Agent Invoice with shipment reference
Popular Turkey Supplier Types for Freight Forwarding
Common Turkey Suppliers
- Textile manufacturers (Istanbul, Bursa, Denizli)
- Automotive parts (Bursa, Kocaeli)
- Agricultural exporters (Izmir, Antalya)
- White goods manufacturers (Istanbul)
Payment Tips for Turkey
- TRY highly volatile - lock rates immediately or use EUR/USD
- Turkey strategic location between Europe/Asia
- Strong textile and automotive sectors
- Political/economic volatility - use hedging
Ready to Pay Turkey Suppliers 87% Cheaper?
Join Freight Forwarding businesses saving £3,530 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).
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