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Seafood Import: Pay New Zealand Suppliers Fast

Import fresh, frozen, and processed seafood products Send NZD payments to New Zealand suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 79% vs traditional banks.

Save £1,923 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Seafood Import paying New Zealand suppliers

Traditional Bank
£2,428
FX Spread: 2.4% + £28 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
  • Osko (via Australia) available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
79%
£1,923 per £100k

At £150k-£1.5M monthly volume, save £23,076/year

Common Challenges: Seafood Import in New Zealand

Industry Pain Points

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

Country-Specific Considerations

  • Reserve Bank of New Zealand regulations
  • NZ Customs Service documentation
  • GST (15%) on goods and services
  • MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) biosecurity

How Unicorn Solves Seafood Import Payment Challenges in New Zealand

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

Use Osko (via Australia) for instant NZD settlement.Fast payment to NZ via Australian rails

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 New Zealand regulations.Reserve Bank of New Zealand regulations handled automatically.

Seafood Import Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of Seafood Import when paying New Zealand 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 New Zealand Supplier Types for Seafood Import

Common New Zealand Suppliers

  • Dairy exporters (Waikato, Canterbury)
  • Meat processors (Canterbury, Otago)
  • Wine producers (Marlborough, Hawke's Bay)
  • Forestry companies (Northland, Bay of Plenty)

Payment Tips for New Zealand

  • New Zealand = Dairy leader (Fonterra), premium wine
  • Close integration with Australian payment systems
  • Auckland + Wellington = Main business centers
  • Strict biosecurity - documentation critical for food/agriculture
Typical Transaction Size
£55k-£270k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Pay New Zealand Suppliers 79% Cheaper?

Join Seafood Import businesses saving £1,923 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

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