What FX challenges do Security Equipment businesses face?

Security Equipment businesses commonly face currency volatility that impacts profit margins, supplier payment timing issues across different time zones, and difficulty tracking FX exposure across multiple international transactions. These challenges can significantly affect cash flow and supplier relationships.

How does Unicorn Currencies help Security Equipment?

Unicorn Currencies helps Security Equipment businesses with real-time FX rate tracking on all bills and invoices, ultra-fast 2.3-second settlement times, and integrated container tracking for shipments. Our platform provides full visibility into your international payment costs and currency exposure.

What's the minimum volume for Security Equipment?

We recommend a minimum of $1M+ annual FX volume for Security Equipment businesses to maximize the benefits of our platform. This ensures you see meaningful savings on our 0.5% FX spreads compared to traditional bank rates of 2-4%.

Do you support payments to Security Equipment suppliers?

Yes, Unicorn Currencies supports payments to Security Equipment suppliers in 50+ countries with local payment rails. We connect to domestic clearing systems in each country, avoiding expensive SWIFT fees and enabling faster settlement than traditional banks.

Is container tracking included for Security Equipment?

Yes, FREE container tracking is included for all Security Equipment businesses using Unicorn Currencies. You get real-time shipment visibility with demurrage alerts, helping you time payments accurately and avoid costly port fees.

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Security Equipment — Pay Colombian Suppliers Faster, Cheaper

Import security systems, CCTV, access control, and surveillance equipment. And your bank makes it worse — 3-day settlements, 2-4% hidden FX spreads, and zero visibility into what your payments actually cost.

We built payment infrastructure for security equipment businesses. 0.5% spreads. Same-day COP settlement. Free container tracking.

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Security Equipment margins are too thin to donate 2-4% to your bank on every supplier payment.

Before we show you a single number, know this: we are regulated, audited, and transparent. Our pricing is published. Our client funds are segregated. These aren't marketing claims — they're regulatory requirements we meet daily.

Regulated by

Bank of Canada

PSP under RPAA

Registered with

FINTRAC

MSB: C100000159

Client funds held in

Segregated Tier-1 accounts

Never co-mingled

Published pricing

0.5% spread + £5

No hidden markups. Ever.

These aren't marketing claims — they're regulatory requirements we meet daily.

Save £2,419 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Security Equipment paying Colombia suppliers

Traditional Bank

£2,924

FX Spread: 2.9% + £24 fee

❌ 2-3 day settlement
❌ Hidden FX margins
❌ High correspondent bank fees
❌ Manual compliance checks

Unicorn Currencies

£505

FX Spread: 0.5% + £5 fee

✓ Settles in seconds — 2.3 second average
✓ Transparent pricing
✓ PSE (Pagos Seguros en Línea) available
✓ 0.14s automated compliance

Your Annual Savings

83%

£2,419 per £100k

At £100k-£1M monthly volume, save £29,028/year

What Challenges Do Security Equipment Businesses Face Paying Colombia?

Industry Pain Points

Rapid technology evolution
Certification and compliance
Project-based ordering
Integration complexity

Country-Specific Considerations

Banco de la República de Colombia regulations
DIAN (Tax Authority) documentation
IVA (VAT 19%) on goods and services
Customs declaration requirements

How Do Security Equipment Businesses Typically Pay Colombian Suppliers?

Fast Settlement: Settles in seconds — 2.3 second average

Use PSE (Pagos Seguros en Línea) for instant COP settlement. Colombia instant online 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 Colombia regulations. Banco de la República de Colombia regulations handled automatically.

How Security Equipment Businesses Typically Pay Colombian Suppliers

If you're importing in this sector, you're likely dealing with a mix of payment terms. Here's how they work — and why speed matters.

⏱ Payment Timing

Project milestones: deposit, delivery, installation, commissioning. Software: annual licenses.

This corridor settles same-day when using our rails — so you can align payments with your supplier terms instead of waiting on your bank.

📄 Invoice Terms

Milestone payments (projects), Net 30 (components), annual (software licenses).

Cash Flow Pattern:

Project-driven. Q4 budget flush. Maintenance contracts provide recurring revenue. Upgrade cycles 3-5 years.

📊 FX Risk Profile

MODERATE: CNY (hardware), EUR (European), USD (software licenses). Project timing allows planning.

Supplier Relationships:

Authorized distributor relationships for major brands. China factories for hardware. Software vendors for licenses.

Common Documentation for Security Equipment

CE/UKCA Certificate
GDPR Compliance
NSI Standards Compliance
Installation Certificate
System Specification

Popular Colombia Supplier Types for Security Equipment

Common Colombia Suppliers

Coffee exporters (Eje Cafetero region)
Flower growers (Bogotá savanna)
Textile factories (Medellín, Bogotá)
Emerald traders (Bogotá)

Payment Tips for Colombia

Colombia = Coffee leader (3rd globally), flower exporter (2nd globally)
PSE widely adopted for COP payments
Bogotá + Medellín + Cali = Main business centers
Improving security situation - verify supplier locations

Typical Transaction Size

£30k-£145k

All payments are subject to standard compliance and sanctions screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Frequently Asked Questions: Security Equipment Payments to Colombia

How do Security Equipment businesses pay suppliers in Colombia?

Security Equipment businesses can pay Colombia suppliers instantly using Unicorn Currencies. We offer a 0.5% FX spread with 2.3-second average settlement using local payment rails like PSE (Pagos Seguros en Línea). This is significantly faster and cheaper than traditional SWIFT transfers which take 2-3 days.

What banking details do I need for Colombia Security Equipment suppliers?

To pay Security Equipment suppliers in Colombia, you need the recipient's Account Number (SWIFT/BIC and account number (no single national code)), account number, and beneficiary name. Our platform validates these details automatically to ensure successful payment delivery.

How much can Security Equipment businesses save on Colombia payments?

Security Equipment businesses typically save 83% compared to traditional banks when paying Colombia suppliers. On a £100k transaction, that's £2,419 in savings. With Unicorn Currencies, you pay just 0.5% FX spread + £5 per payment vs banks charging 2.9% spread + £24 fees.

Is container tracking available for Security Equipment shipments from Colombia?

Yes, Unicorn Currencies offers FREE container tracking for Security Equipment shipments from Colombia. You receive real-time visibility into your cargo, including demurrage alerts to help avoid costly port storage fees. This feature is included at no extra cost with your payment account.

What currencies do Security Equipment businesses typically use with Colombia?

Security Equipment businesses typically convert GBP to COP when paying Colombia suppliers. Unicorn Currencies provides live exchange rates with a transparent 0.5% spread, and you can lock rates for 15 seconds when you see a favorable rate. Our AI-powered invoice OCR can automatically extract amounts and currencies from supplier invoices.

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