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Seafood Import: Pay India Suppliers Fast

Import fresh, frozen, and processed seafood products Send INR payments to India suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 86% vs traditional banks.

Save £3,025 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Seafood Import paying India suppliers

Traditional Bank
£3,530
FX Spread: 3.5% + £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
  • UPI (Unified Payments Interface) available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
86%
£3,025 per £100k

At £150k-£1.5M monthly volume, save £36,300/year

Common Challenges: Seafood Import in India

Industry Pain Points

  • Cold chain integrity critical
  • Perishability and shelf life
  • Catch quotas and sustainability
  • Health certificate requirements

Country-Specific Considerations

  • FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) compliance
  • RBI (Reserve Bank of India) reporting for large transactions
  • Import/export code (IEC) required for trade payments
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax) documentation

How Unicorn Solves Seafood Import Payment Challenges in India

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

Use UPI (Unified Payments Interface) for instant INR settlement.Instant mobile payments, free for merchants

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 India regulations.FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) compliance handled automatically.

Seafood Import Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of Seafood Import when paying India suppliers

Payment Timing

Fresh: payment on delivery or CAD. Frozen: Net 30. Auction purchases: immediate.

Settlement Priority: CRITICAL for fresh: Spoilage risk means fast payment = priority handling. Cold chain delays = total loss.

📄 Invoice Terms

CAD (fresh), Net 30 (frozen), immediate (auctions). LC for large frozen consignments.

Cash Flow Pattern:

Continuous demand. Fishing seasons affect supply. Christmas/Easter peaks. Fresh requires constant ordering.

📊 FX Risk Profile

HIGH: NOK (salmon), EUR (European), VND (shrimp). Commodity pricing + FX. Fresh product timing critical.

Supplier Relationships:

Direct relationships with processors. Auction participation for fresh. Long-term contracts for consistency. Sustainability credentials important.

Common Documentation for Seafood Import

  • Health Certificate
  • Catch Certificate (IUU)
  • Temperature Log
  • MSC Chain of Custody
  • Veterinary Certificate

Popular India Supplier Types for Seafood Import

Common India Suppliers

  • Textile mills (Tirupur, Ludhiana, Surat)
  • Garment manufacturers (Bangalore, Delhi NCR)
  • Leather goods (Kanpur, Chennai)
  • IT/software development (Bangalore, Hyderabad)

Payment Tips for India

  • Use UPI or IMPS to avoid 2-3 day SWIFT delays
  • Coordinate with supplier's CA for GST invoice matching
  • INR is volatile - lock rates when favorable
  • Avoid Diwali/festival periods for urgent payments
Typical Transaction Size
£30k-£150k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Pay India Suppliers 86% Cheaper?

Join Seafood Import businesses saving £3,025 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

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