Transactive Trade - Import Letter of Credit – ANZ Digital Services Help

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Import Letter of Credit Overview

ANZ Transactive Trade allows you to initiate and manage your Import Letter of Credit (Import LC) portfolio online. You can create, amend, and authorise transactions within the application based on your user entitlements. You can also create and maintain reference data, view and download reports; customise company-specific reports; and initiate, view and respond to mail messages.

What is an Import Letter of Credit?

Import Letter of Credit (Import LC) offers an irrevocable undertaking issued by a bank at an importer's request to pay an exporter for goods upon presentation of specified documents that comply with the terms and conditions set out in the documentary credit.
Import Letter of Credit is a reliable and secure way for importers and exporters to protect their interests and minimise their respective risks in a trade transaction.

Import Letter of Credit transaction types

Transaction types that can be associated with an Import Letter of Credit (Import LC) instrument are as follows:

TRANSACTION TYPE	DESCRIPTION
Acceptance	An Acceptance indicates documents presented against an Import Letter of Credit with Payment Terms = Available by Negotiation, and the documents are accepted. This transaction will generate a ‘Time Instrument’ prefix reference of ‘BM’ and used with subsequent communications about the acceptance.
Accounts Receivable Payment	Transactions is used to settle any billed (invoiced) fees and charges.
Adjustment	Collection or refund of fees, charges or other miscellaneous amounts.
Amend	An amendment to the Import Letter of Credit instrument instructions.
Change	Updates or corrections by the bank to the underlying Import Letter of Credit.
Create Usance	Associated to the Acceptance processing, this transaction will generate a ‘Time Instrument’ prefix reference of ‘BM’ and used with subsequent communications about the acceptance.
Deactivate	An Import Letter of Credit is deemed inactive 15 days after the expiry date. Any outstanding liabilities for the Import Letter of Credit will be cleared.
Deferred Payment	A Deferred Payment indicates documents presented against an Import Letter of Credit with Payment Terms = Available by Deferred Payment, and the documents are accepted. This transaction will generate a ‘Time Instrument’ prefix reference of ‘PM’ with subsequent communications about the acceptance.
Doc Examination	Review documents presented under an Import Letter of Credit.
Expire	Indicates the Import Letter of Credit has expired.
Issue	An instruction outlining the terms and conditions set out in the Import Letter of Credit.
Liquidate Usance	Payment for the Acceptance / Deferred Payment.
Payment	Import Letter of Credit payment or closure.
Reactivate	Reopen a deactivated Import Letter of Credit.
Settlement Instruction Response	Provide Payment instructions for an Import Letter of Credit or Acceptance/ Deferred Payment.

Context Panel menu

Context Panel menu presented on the right of the transaction screen will be visible to the user based on the Transaction Type, Workflow Status and the User's Entitlements. See the example below:

The Context Panel buttons displayed will depend on the Import Letter of Credit (Import LC) transaction screen you are accessing, the workflow status and your user entitlements.

BUTTON	DESCRIPTION
Amendment Application	Click to download the amendment data into PDF from the Import Letter of Credit Amendment screen in a Ready to Authorise status. See sample advice in Import Letter of Credit FAQs.
Attach Document	Click to attach supporting documents to the transaction in DOCX, PDF and XLSX.
Authorise	Click to Authorise the transaction. Transactions may require multiple Authorisation based on your Organisation's signing mandate.
Close	Click to close out of the transaction.
Copy Instrument	Click to create a copy of the existing Instrument.
Download Saved Data	Click to download the transaction data into CSV. See sample advice in Import Letter of Credit FAQs.
Edit	Click to edit the details of a transaction before the transaction is authorised.
LC Application Form	Click to download the transaction data into PDF. See sample advice in Import Letter of Credit FAQs.
Reply to Bank	Respond to the bank with further instructions on how to manage the transaction and/or attach supporting documentation.
Route Transaction	Click to route transaction to another user in the Organisation or Subsidiary company.
Save	Click to save entered data in transactions periodically.
Save & Close	Click to save entered data and close out of the transaction.
Send for Repair	Click to send the transaction in a Ready to Check, Ready to Authorise or Partially Authorised status to the user(s) in your Organisation to Repair and update the required details.
Verify Data	Click to verify the data in the transaction details fields. The system will return any errors or warnings for missing or inconsistent information. The transaction will progress to a Ready to Authorise stage when successful.
View Terms As Entered	Click to view the data as entered upon creating and authorising the transaction, with a Processed by Bank status.

Issue an Import Letter of Credit

The standard workflow process to create a new Import Letter of Credit is as follows:

Import Letter of Credit screen

The Import Letter of Credit screen provides the mandatory and additional input fields required to submit an Import Letter of Credit request.

1. Terms

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Beneficiary Beneficiary Name up to 35 characters Address Line 1, up to 35 characters Address Line 2, up to 35 characters City, up to 23 characters Province/State, up to 8 characters Postal Code, up to 8 characters Country or Region Phone Number, up to 20 characters
Applicant Applicant - default with Organisation name and address Applicant's Reference Number, up to 30 characters
Advising Bank Advising Bank field will preload upon selection of bank or Beneficiary details as stored in the Address Book
Detailed Information Currency Amount Amount Tolerance + / - % Expiry Date Expiry Place
Bank Charges All for Applicant's account All bank charges other than the Issuing Bank's charges are for the account of the beneficiary Other (Other Conditions)
Payment Terms Available By For xx % of the invoice value Percentage / Amount Percent Tenor Type Tenor Details (number of days after) Maturity Date

2. Documents Required

FIELD NAMES

IMAGE

Documents Required

Document Type
Number of Originals
Number of Copies
Phrase

3. Transport Document(s) and Shipment

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
LC Shipment Terms Partial Shipment Partial Shipments Allowed Partial Shipments Not Allowed Partial Shipments Conditional (Other Conditions)
LC Shipment Terms Document Presentation Details Documents to be presented withing xx days of shipment, but within the validity of the credit. Enter presentation details if not after shipment (e.g. after invoice):
Add Shipment (if required) Select Shipment
Transport Document Transport Document/Shipment Description Document Type Number of Originals Number of Copies Description
Consignment Consigned to the order of Consigned to
Marked Freight Prepaid Collect
Notify Party Name up to 35 characters Address Line 1, up to 35 characters Address Line 2, up to 35 characters Address Line 3, up to 35 characters
Other Consignee Party Name up to 35 characters Address Line 1, up to 35 characters Address Line 2, up to 35 characters Address Line 3, up to 35 characters
Shipment Details Earliest Shipment Date Latest Shipment Date Shipping Term (Incoterm) Shipping Term Location From: Place of Taking Charge / Dispatch From... / Receipt From: Port of Loading / Airport of Departure To: Place of Final Destination / Delivery / For Transport To To: Port of Discharge / Airport of Destination
Transhipment Transhipment Allowed Transhipment Not Allowed Transhipment Conditional (Other Conditions)
Goods Description Goods Description Text Phrase Goods Description Text

4. Other Conditions

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Additional Terms Transferable Revolve
ICC Applicable Rules ICC Applicable Rules Version Details
Confirmation Advising Bank is not required to add confirmation Advising Bank is requested to add confirmation Advising Bank may add confirmation subject to Beneficiary's approval
Additional Conditions Additional Conditions Text Phrase Additional Conditions Text

5. Instructions to Bank

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Instructions to Bank Issue instrument in (language) Additional Instructions Text Phrase Additional Instructions Text
Commissions & Charges Debit: Our Account Number Debit: Foreign Currency Account Number Currency of Account
Financing Instructions Finance drawing for a period of xx days in xx currency at our cost.
Additional Instructions Additional Instructions Text Phrase Additional Instructions Text

6. Internal Instructions

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Internal Instructions Internal Instructions Text Instructions entered here are for internal purposes only and will not be sent to the Bank.

Issue an Import Letter of Credit

There are multiple ways to create a new Import Letter of Credit. Please choose from one of the following methods:

Method 1: Click New Instrument from the Application Banner menu, then Import LC
Method 2: Click New Instrument from the Application Banner menu, then Choose Template
Method 3: Click New Instrument from the Application Banner menu, then Copy From Existing
Method 4: Open a previous Import LC, then click Copy Instrument
Method 5: Click Transactions from the Application Banner menu, then Pending Transactions, Authorised Transactions or History. Choose an Import LC transaction from the grid, then click Copy Selected.

For more information, please refer to How to create an instrument.

1. Terms

STEP	ACTION
1	Enter the Beneficiary details There are multiple ways to add Beneficiary details. Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Manually enter the Beneficiary Name, Address, City, Country or Region Method 2: Choose a Beneficiary Name from the drop-down list Method 3: Click the search icon to choose a Beneficiary from your Address Book
2	If required, enter your Applicant Reference Number. This reference will appear on your reporting and account statements.
3	If required, click the search icon to choose an Advising Bank from the Address Book
4	Choose the Currency and enter an Amount
5	If required, enter an Amount Tolerance
6	Enter the Expiry Date
7	Choose the Expiry Place: At Confirmation Counters At Our Counters Country of Beneficiary (default option) Other If "Other" is selected, enter details in Other Conditions
8	Choose how Bank Charges will be allocated: All for Applicant's account All bank charges other than the Issuing Bank's charges are for the account of the beneficiary. (default option) Other If "Other" is selected, enter details in Other Conditions
9	Choose Available By Payment Terms Acceptance, then enter Tenor Details and Maturity Date Deferred Pay, then enter Tenor Details and Maturity Date Mixed Payment, then enter Percent, Tenor Type, Tenor Details and Maturity Date for multiple tenors Negotiation, then enter Percent, Tenor Type, Tenor Details and Maturity Date for multiple tenors Sight Payment Special, then enter Tenor Terms in the free-format text field Tenor Details include: After FCR date Air Waybill Date Bill of Lading Date Date of Bill of Exchange Good Arrival Invoice Date Shipment Date Sight
10	Enter Percentage of the invoice value

2. Documents Required

STEP	ACTION
1	Select from the prepopulated Document Types to be presented: Commerical Invoice Packing List Certificate of Origin Insurance Policy / Certificate
2	Enter the number of originals and copies to be presented
3	If required, choose a Phrase or enter any additional information in the free-format text box.
4	If an Insurance Policy / Certificate is selected, enter the additional percentage of the invoice value covering: Institute Cargo Clause (A) Institute Cargo Clause (Air) Institute Strikes Clause (Cargo / Air Cargo) Institute War Clause (Cargo / Air Cargo) Other (default option) If required, Select a Phrase: Ins - Cargo/Strikes/War Ins - Marine and War Risks Insurance - All Risks
5	If required, select the blank Document Types and enter the Document Name, and the number of originals and copies for the additional documents to be presented. If required, choose a Phrase, or enter any additional information in the free-format text box.

3. Transport Document(s) and Shipment

STEP	ACTION
1	Choose Partial Shipment terms: Partial Shipments Allowed Partial Shipments Not Allowed Partial Shipments Conditional If "Other" is selected, enter details in Other Conditions
2	Enter Document Presentation Details Enter number of days the documents are to be presented within (default 21 days) If required, enter presentation details if not after shipment (e.g. after invoice)
3	If required, click Add Shipment for multiple shipment details
4	Enter Transport Document / Shipment Description
5	Select Document Type: Air Transport Document Charter Party B/L Courier Receipt Inland Waterway B/L Marine/Ocean / Port to Port B/L Multi-Modal Transport Document Non-Negotiable Sea Waybill Postal Receipt Railway B/L Truck B/L
6	Enter the number of originals and copies to be presented
7	If required, choose a Phrase or enter any additional information in the free-format text box.
8	If required, add any Additional Transport Documents
9	Choose Consignment option: Consigned to the order of: Applicant Issuing Bank Other - enter details in Other Consignee Party Shipper and Blank Endorsed Consigned to: Applicant Issuing Bank Other - enter details in Other Consignee Party
10	Choose Marked Freight option: Prepaid - freight paid by the Beneficiary Collect - freight paid by the Applicant
11	If required, enter Notify Party details: Name up to 35 characters Address Line 1, up to 35 characters Address Line 2, up to 35 characters Address Line 3, up to 35 characters
12	If required, enter Other Consignee Party: Name up to 35 characters Address Line 1, up to 35 characters Address Line 2, up to 35 characters Address Line 3, up to 35 characters
13	Enter Earliest Shipment Date
14	Enter Latest Shipment Date
15	Select Shipping Term (Incoterm): CFR - Cost and Freight CIF - Cost, Insurance and Freight CPT - Carriage Paid To DAP - Deliver at Place DAT - Deliver at Terminal DDP - Delivery Duty Paid DPU - Delivery At Place Unloaded EXW - Ex Works FAS - Free alongside ship FCA - Free Carrier FOB - Free Onboard
16	If required, enter Shipping Term Location
17	If required, enter Place of Taking Charge / Dispatch From ... / Receipt
18	If required, enter Place of Final Destination / Delivery / For Transport
19	If required, enter Port of Loading / Airport of Departure
20	If required, enter Port of Discharge / Airport of Destination
21	Choose Transhipment option: Transhipment Allowed Transhipment Not Allowed Transhipment Conditional (Other Conditions) If "Other" is selected, enter details in Other Conditions
22	Enter Goods Description Text, or select Phrase

4. Other Conditions

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, select Additional Terms: Transferable - all or part of this instrument may be transferred to another Beneficiary Revolve - amounts under this instrument are available on a revolving basis
	Select ICC Applicable Rules Version: eUCP Latest Version eUCPURR Latest Version Other UCP Latest Version (default option) UCPURR Latest Verson
	Choose Confirmation option: Advising Bank is not required to add confirmation Advising Bank is requested to add confirmation Advising Bank may add confirmation subject to Beneficiary's approval
	If required, enter any Additional Conditions Text. Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Manually enter text Method 2: If available, Select a Phrase

5. Instructions to Bank

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, choose to Issue instrument in: English (default) French
2	If required, enter any Additional Instructions to ANZ. Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Manually enter text Method 2: If available, Select a Phrase
3	If required, enter Commission and Charges instructions: Debit: Our Account Number Debit: Foreign Currency Account Number Currency of Account
4	If required, enter Financing Instructions: Finance drawing for a period of xx days Select Base Currency or Currency of Drawing
5	If required, enter any Additional Instructions to ANZ. Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Manually enter text Method 2: If available, Select a Phrase

6. Internal Instructions

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, enter Internal Instructions Instructions entered here are for internal purposes only and will not be sent to the Bank.

Attach Documents to an Import Letter of Credit

Eligible users can attach supporting documentation to the transaction, such as the format and text to be issued. The documents are sent to ANZ electronically in DOCX, PDF and XLSX, from within the transaction screen.

The maximum document file size cannot exceed 5mb per file, with a maximum of 20 files per transaction. The File Name must be less than 30 characters.

To attach documents, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Attach Documents from the Context Panel menu
2	Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Choose Files Method 2: Drag and drop document(s) RESULT: The attached documents appear as an icon before being uploaded.
3	If required, update the File Name. The File Name must be less than 30 characters.
4	Enter the Category for the file: Commerical Invoice Contract of Sale Pro-forma Invoice Purchase Order Transport Document
5	Click Upload Files RESULT: The documents appear in Attachment(s). You can view the attached document(s) by selecting the document name. Alternatively, you can delete the attached document(s) by selecting the document checkbox and clicking Delete Documents from the Context Panel menu.

Verify an Import Letter of Credit

Click Verify Data from the Context Panel menu to validate data input and attached supporting documents. The system will verify that all mandatory fields marked with an asterisk are complete.

MESSAGE TYPE	DESCRIPTION
Successful	The data is successfully verified, and the Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise. RESULT: <Instrument Number> successfully updated. Saved at <Time>.
Error	The data is unsuccessful, and field(s) need attention. Click on the error message hyperlink to take you to the impacted field. The Workflow Status will remain in Started. RESULT: Example: Amount is required. Update the impacted field(s), then click Verify again.
Warning	The data is successful but provides a warning to alert you to a particular field(s). If required, update the field and re-Verify. The Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise. RESULT: Shipment Details summary

Authorise an Import Letter of Credit

Click Authorise from the Context Panel menu to approve transactions in a Ready to Authorise or Partially Authorised status from within the transaction screen. You can also Authorise a transaction from the Pending Transactions screen.

Follow the instructions below that apply to you:

Authorise via One Time Password (OTP)

STEP	ACTION
1	Press and hold down the < arrow and lock icon on your VASCO security device
2	Enter your 6-digit PIN
3	Press 1 on your device to display the authorisation code
4	Enter your authorisation code, then click Approve RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction(s) is approved. If the transaction requires additional approvals, the transaction status will change to Partially Authorised and remain in this status until all approvals are obtained. If this is the final approval, the transaction status will change to Authorised. If there is an error in the approval process, the transaction status will change to Authorise Failed.

Authorise via Signature Code (SIG)

STEP	ACTION
1	Press and hold down the < arrow and lock icon on your VASCO security device
2	Enter your 6-digit PIN
3	Press 2 on your device and enter the token code from your screen
4	Press the < arrow to display the authorisation code
5	Enter your authorisation code, then click Approve RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction(s) is approved. If the transaction requires additional approvals, the transaction status will change to Partially Authorised and will remain in this status until all approvals are obtained. If this is the final approval, the transaction status will change to Authorised. If there is an error in the approval process, the transaction status will change to Authorise Failed.

Authorise via a Push Notification

STEP	ACTION
1	Tap on the ANZ Digital Key notification on your mobile device to launch the ANZ Digital Key app
2	Tap Log On and authenticate access by entering your PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint ID. The screen will display the details of the request requiring approvals
3	Review the pending request details shown in ANZ Digital Key and tap to Accept or Decline the request
4	The request will be processed and completed. Close the app as no further action is required

Authorise via a QR Code

STEP	ACTION
1	Tap Log On in ANZ Digital Key and authenticate access by entering your PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint ID
2	Tap Scan QR Code on the screen. ANZ Digital Key will switch to camera mode. Use the camera to scan the request approval QR Code from your desktop or laptop computer.
3	Review the pending request details shown in ANZ Digital Key and tap to Accept or Decline the request
4	The request will be processed and completed. Close the app as no further action is required.

Amend an Import Letter of Credit

Import Letter of Credit Amendment screen

The Import LC Amendment screen provides editable input fields for an Import LC amendment request.

1. Terms

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Reference Number (default) Application's Name (default) Current Expiry Date (default) New Expiry Date LC Amount (default) Current Available Amount (default) Increase Amount/Decrease Amount New Amount Tolerance

2. Shipment

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Shipment Details New Earliest Shipment Date New Shipment Term (Incoterm) New Latest Shipment Date New Shipping Term Location
Shipment Location From: New Place of Taking Charge / Dispatch From.../ Receipt From: New Port of Loading / Airport of Departure To: New Place of Final Destination / Delivery / For Transport To To: New Port of Discharge / Airport of Destination Amend Partial Shipment
Changes to the Goods Description/Shipment Details Shipment and Goods Details Text Phrase Goods Description Text

3. Charges

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Amendment Charges All for Applicant's account All bank charges are for the account of the beneficiary Other (Charges Text)

4. Documents Required

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Documents Required Document(s) Text Phrase Document(s) Text

5. Other Conditions

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Other Conditions Text Phrase Other Conditions Text

6. Instructions to Bank

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Instructions for Bank Text Phrase Instructions for Bank Text

Import Letter of Credit Amendment

Eligible users can Amend an Import LC in an Active or Deactivated status, where the terms of the Import LC have changed.
There are multiple ways to amend an Import LC. Please choose from one of the following methods:

Method 1: Click Transactions > Create Amendment from the Application Banner menu, then search and select the transaction to amend
Method 2: Open the Instrument ID of a previous Import LC Current Terms Summary screen, then click Amend

1. Terms

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, amend the Terms. Choose from the following options: Amount (Increase/Decrease) New Amend Tolerance New Expiry Date

2. Shipment

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, amend Shipment details. Choose from the following options: New Earliest Shipment New Latest Shipment Date New Shipping Term (Incoterm) New Shipping Term Location
2	If required, amend Shipment Location details. Choose from the following options: From: New Place of Taking Charge / Dispatch From.../ Receipt From: New Port of Loading / Airport of Departure To: New Place of Final Destination / Delivery / For Transport To To: New Port of Discharge / Airport of Destination
3	If required, amend Goods Description details. Choose from the following options: Select Shipment and Goods Details Text Phrase Enter Goods Description Text When amending goods, input the different changes into separate paragraphs.

3. Charges

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, amend Charges details. Choose from the following options: All for Applicant's account All bank charges are for the account of the beneficiary Other (Charges Text) Amendment or Additional Documents Required

4. Documents Required

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, amend Documents Required. Choose from the following options: Select Document(s) Text Phrase Input Document(s) Text

5. Other Conditions

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, enter Other Conditions. Choose from the following options: Select Other Conditions Text Phrase Enter Other Conditions Text

6. Instructions to Bank

STEP	ACTION
1	If required, enter Instructions to Bank. Choose from the following options: Select Instructions for Bank Text Phrase Enter Instructions for Bank Text

Attach Documents to an Import Letter of Credit Amendment

The maximum document file size cannot exceed 5mb per file, with a maximum of 20 files per transaction. The File Name must be less than 30 characters.

To attach documents, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Attach Documents from the Context Panel menu
2	Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Choose Files Method 2: Drag and drop document(s) RESULT: The attached documents appear as an icon before being uploaded.
3	If required, update the File Name. The File Name must be less than 30 characters.
4	Enter the Category for the file: Commerical Invoice Contract of Sale Pro-forma Invoice Purchase Order Transport Document
5	Click Upload Files RESULT: The documents appear in Attachment(s). You can view the attached document(s) by selecting the document name. Alternatively, you can delete the attached document(s) by selecting the document checkbox and clicking Delete Documents from the Context Panel menu.

Verify an Import Letter of Credit Amendment

Click Verify Data from the Context Panel menu to validate data input and attached supporting documents. The system will verify that all mandatory fields marked with an asterisk are complete.

MESSAGE TYPE	DESCRIPTION
Successful	The data is successfully verified, and the Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise. RESULT: <Instrument Number> successfully updated. Saved at <Time>.
Error	The data is unsuccessful, and field(s) need attention. Click on the error message hyperlink to take you to the impacted field. The Workflow Status will remain in Started. RESULT: Example: Amount is required. Update the impacted field(s), then click Verify again.
Warning	The data is successful but provides a warning to alert you to a particular field(s). If required, update the field and re-Verify. The Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise. RESULT: Shipment Details summary

Authorise an Import Letter of Credit Amendment

Follow the instructions below that apply to you:

Authorise via One Time Password (OTP)

STEP	ACTION
1	Press and hold down the < arrow and lock icon on your VASCO security device
2	Enter your 6-digit PIN
3	Press 1 on your device to display the authorisation code
4	Enter your authorisation code, then click Approve RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction(s) is approved. If the transaction requires additional approvals, the transaction status will change to Partially Authorised and remain in this status until all approvals are obtained. If this is the final approval, the transaction status will change to Authorised. If there is an error in the approval process, the transaction status will change to Authorise Failed.

Authorise via Signature Code (SIG)

STEP	ACTION
1	Press and hold down the < arrow and lock icon on your VASCO security device
2	Enter your 6-digit PIN
3	Press 2 on your device and enter the token code from your screen
4	Press the < arrow to display the authorisation code
5	Enter your authorisation code, then click Approve RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction(s) is approved. If the transaction requires additional approvals, the transaction status will change to Partially Authorised and will remain in this status until all approvals are obtained. If this is the final approval, the transaction status will change to Authorised. If there is an error in the approval process, the transaction status will change to Authorise Failed.

Authorise via a Push Notification

STEP	ACTION
1	Tap on the ANZ Digital Key notification on your mobile device to launch the ANZ Digital Key app
2	Tap Log On and authenticate access by entering your PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint ID. The screen will display the details of the request requiring approvals
3	Review the pending request details shown in ANZ Digital Key and tap to Accept or Decline the request
4	The request will be processed and completed. Close the app as no further action is required

Authorise via a QR Code

STEP	ACTION
1	Tap Log On in ANZ Digital Key and authenticate access by entering your PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint ID
2	Tap Scan QR Code on the screen. ANZ Digital Key will switch to camera mode. Use the camera to scan the request approval QR Code from your desktop or laptop computer.
3	Review the pending request details shown in ANZ Digital Key and tap to Accept or Decline the request
4	The request will be processed and completed. Close the app as no further action is required.

Presentation of Documents

You can view documents presented to the bank with the Doc Examination transaction type, including shipping documents, invoices, insurance certificates, etc. The following outcomes can result from ANZ's review of documentation.

Clean Documents

Where documents have been examined and determined to be ‘clean’ free from discrepancies,

for Sight LCs, ANZ will send a Settlement Instruction Request message (SIR) to your Pre-Debit Notifications. An automated email will notify you of the SIR if you have registered for automated email notifications. The purpose of an SIR message is to seek payment instructions for the related transaction.
For more information, please refer to Import Letter of Credit Settlement Instruction Request.
for Term LCs, ANZ will send an Acceptance message advising you of the maturity date(s) for your Import Letter of Credit.
For more information, please refer to Import Letter of Credit Overview > Import Letter of Credit transaction types.

Discrepant Documents

A Discrepancy Notice is a message from ANZ informing you that discrepant documents have been presented under an Import Letter of Credit. You will receive a Mail Message with detailed information about the discrepancies, which you can accept or reject. You can also view any scanned images of the discrepant documents.

View an Import Letter of Credit Discrepancy Notice

Eligible users can view Discrepancy Notice details provided by the bank. To view a Discrepancy Notice, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	There are multiple ways to view an Import LC Discrepancy Notice. Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: From your Home screen dashboard, click New, Read or In Progress from the Discrepancy Notices dashboard tile Method 2: From your Home screen dashboard, click the Discrepancy Notice from the Mail Messages grid Method 3: From your Home screen dashboard, click the Envelope from the Application Banner, then filter message type by Discrepancy/ATP Notices Method 4: Search and click the Instrument ID from the History grid, then click the Discrepancy Notice from the Mail grid
2	Click the Discrepancy Advice to view the details in the PDF attachment, or view in the Discrepancy(ies) section
3	Click Close from the Context Panel menu

Respond to an Import Letter of Credit Discrepancy Notice

Eligible users can accept or reject a Discrepancy Notice provided by the bank. To accept or reject a Discrepancy Notice, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	There are multiple ways to view an Import LC Discrepancy Notice. Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: From your Home screen dashboard, click New, Read or In Progress from the Discrepancy Notices dashboard tile Method 2: From your Home screen dashboard, click the Discrepancy Notice from the Mail Messages grid Method 3: From your Home screen dashboard, click the Envelope from the Application Banner, then filter message type by Discrepancy/ATP Notices Method 4: Search and click the Instrument ID from the History grid, then click the Discrepancy Notice from the Mail grid
2	Click the Discrepancy Advice to view the details in the PDF attachment, or view in the Discrepancy(ies) section
3	Click Reply to Bank from the Context Panel menu
4	Choose from one of the following options: Documents are accepted notwithstanding discrepancies Documents are rejected Other enter additional instructions The 'Documents are accepted' option indicates to your bank that you are accepting the discrepant documents and upon receipt of this notification, the bank will process the payment against this import LC document presentation. The 'Documents are rejected' option indicates to your bank that you are refusing payment of the discrepant documents. Upon receipt of this notification, the bank will inform the beneficiary's bank of the refusal and will return the document set.
5	If required, Attach Documents
6	If required, enter Additional Instructions
7	Click Verify Data from the Context Panel menu. The Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise.

NEXT STEP: To authorise the Discrepancy Response, please refer to Issue an Import Letter of Credit > Authorise an Import Letter of Credit instructions.

Import Letter of Credit Settlement Instructions

A Settlement Instruction allows you to submit payment instructions of your Import LC.

Import LC Settlement Instruction screen

The Settlement Instruction screen provides the mandatory and additional input fields required to submit an Import LC settlement instruction.

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Loan Summary Amount Issue Date Maturity Date Other Party
Settlement Instructions Our Reference Pay Full Amount using the payment details indicated Finance in Finance Currency For full amount Pay partial amount using the payment details indicated Payment amount Finance remaining balance Finance Terms Finance for x days At fixed maturity date
Payment Details Apply payment on date Account Debit account for principal Debit account for charges We have remitted funds to your branch
Additional Instructions Additional Instructions Text Phrase Additional Instructions Text
Foreign Exchange Rate Details Use daily exchange rate Use FX Contract FX Contract Number Currency Rate
Other FX Instructions Other FX Instructions Text Phrase Other FX Instructions Text

Issue an Import Letter of Credit Settlement Instruction

For more information, please refer to How to create an instrument.

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Transactions from the Application Banner menu, then Create Settlement Instruction
2	Search and select the Import LC to submit a Settlement Instruction
3	If required, enter your Reference. This reference will appear on your reporting and account statements.
4	Enter the Settlement Instructions Please choose from the following instructions for settlement: Method 1: Pay Full Amount Method 2: Finance for the Full Amount Method 3: Finance partial amount Enter the payment amount in the currency of the loan and finance the remaining balance
5	If required, enter the Finance Terms Please choose from the following methods: Method 1: Finance for xx number of days Method 2: Finance at a fixed maturity date
6	Enter the payment date
7	Enter the Payment Details Please choose from the following methods: Method 1: Debit account instructions Select the Debit Account for Principal Select the Debit Account for Charges Method 2: We have remitted funds to your bank
8	If required, enter other Additional Instructions for your Settlement Request
9	If required, enter your Foreign Exchange Rate Details Please choose from the following methods: Method 1: Use Daily Exchange Rate Method 2: Use FX Contract Enter FX Contract Number Enter Currency Enter Rate Method 3: Other FX Instructions Select a phrase or manually enter instructions

Attach Documents to a Settlement Instruction

Eligible users can attach supporting documentation to the transaction. The documents are sent to ANZ electronically in DOCX, PDF and XLSX, from within the transaction screen.

The maximum document file size cannot exceed 5mb per file, with a maximum of 20 files per transaction. The File Name must be less than 30 characters.

To attach documents, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Attach Documents from the Context Panel menu
2	Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Choose Files Method 2: Drag and drop document(s) RESULT: The attached documents appear as an icon before being uploaded.
3	If required, update the File Name. The File Name must be less than 30 characters.
4	Enter the Category for the file: Commerical Invoice Contract of Sale Pro-forma Invoice Purchase Order Transport Document
5	Click Upload Files RESULT: The documents appear in Attachment(s). You can view the attached document(s) by selecting the document name. Alternatively, you can delete the attached document(s) by selecting the document checkbox and clicking Delete Documents from the Context Panel menu.

Verify a Settlement Instruction

Click Verify Data from the Context Panel menu to validate data input and attached supporting documents. The system will verify that all mandatory fields marked with an asterisk are complete.

MESSAGE TYPE	DESCRIPTION
Successful	The data is successfully verified, and the Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise. RESULT: <Instrument Number> successfully updated. Saved at <Time>.
Error	The data is unsuccessful, and field(s) need attention. Click on the error message hyperlink to take you to the impacted field. The Workflow Status will remain in Started. RESULT: Example: Currency of account is different than instrument currency. Provide Foreign Exchange Rate Details. Update the impacted field(s), then click Verify again.
Warning	The data is successful but provides a warning to alert you to a particular field(s). If required, update the field and re-Verify. The Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise.

Authorise a Settlement Instruction

Follow the instructions below that apply to you:

Authorise via One Time Password (OTP)

STEP	ACTION
1	Press and hold down the < arrow and lock icon on your VASCO security device
2	Enter your 6-digit PIN
3	Press 1 on your device to display the authorisation code
4	Enter your authorisation code, then click Approve RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction(s) is approved. If the transaction requires additional approvals, the transaction status will change to Partially Authorised and remain in this status until all approvals are obtained. If this is the final approval, the transaction status will change to Authorised. If there is an error in the approval process, the transaction status will change to Authorise Failed.

Authorise via Signature Code (SIG)

STEP	ACTION
1	Press and hold down the < arrow and lock icon on your VASCO security device
2	Enter your 6-digit PIN
3	Press 2 on your device and enter the token code from your screen
4	Press the < arrow to display the authorisation code
5	Enter your authorisation code, then click Approve RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction(s) is approved. If the transaction requires additional approvals, the transaction status will change to Partially Authorised and will remain in this status until all approvals are obtained. If this is the final approval, the transaction status will change to Authorised. If there is an error in the approval process, the transaction status will change to Authorise Failed.

Authorise via a Push Notification

STEP	ACTION
1	Tap on the ANZ Digital Key notification on your mobile device to launch the ANZ Digital Key app
2	Tap Log On and authenticate access by entering your PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint ID. The screen will display the details of the request requiring approvals
3	Review the pending request details shown in ANZ Digital Key and tap to Accept or Decline the request
4	The request will be processed and completed. Close the app as no further action is required

Authorise via a QR Code

STEP	ACTION
1	Tap Log On in ANZ Digital Key and authenticate access by entering your PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint ID
2	Tap Scan QR Code on the screen. ANZ Digital Key will switch to camera mode. Use the camera to scan the request approval QR Code from your desktop or laptop computer.
3	Review the pending request details shown in ANZ Digital Key and tap to Accept or Decline the request
4	The request will be processed and completed. Close the app as no further action is required.

Import Letter of Credit Settlement Instruction Request

A Settlement Instruction Request allows you to submit payment instructions for your Import Letter of Credit.

Settlement Instruction Request screen

The Settlement Instruction Request screen provides a summary of the Import LC instrument and the date and time the request was received from the bank.

FIELD NAMES	IMAGE
Import LC Summary Subject - Settlement Instruction Request - <Instrument Number> Related to Instrument ID Presentation Amount Other Party Presentation Number Presentation Date Message - Please provide instructions for settlement of the related item Settlement Instruction Response Status, e.g. Started, Not Yet Started, Processed by Bank

Respond to a Settlement Instruction Request

There are multiple ways to respond to a Settlement Instruction Request. Please choose from one of the following methods:

Method 1: Click Settlement Instruction Request from the Pre-Debit Notifications grid in the Home screen dashboard
Method 2: Click the Envelope or Speech icon from the Application Banner, then Pre-Debit Notification

STEP	ACTION
1	Click the Settlement Instruction Request from the grid
2	Click Reply to Bank from the Context Panel menu
3	If required, enter your Reference. This reference will appear on your reporting and account statements.
4	Enter the Settlement Instructions Please choose from the following instructions for settlement: Method 1: Pay Full Amount Method 2: Finance for the Full Amount Method 3: Finance partial amount Enter the payment amount in the currency of the loan and finance the remaining balance
5	Enter the Finance Terms Please choose from the following methods: Method 1: Finance for xx number of days Method 2: Finance at a fixed maturity date
6	Enter the payment date
7	Enter the Payment Details Please choose from the following methods: Method 1: Debit account instructions Select the Debit Account for Principal Select the Debit Account for Charges Method 2: We have remitted funds to your branch
8	If required, enter other Additional Instructions for your Settlement Request
9	If required, enter your Foreign Exchange Rate Details Please choose from the following methods: Method 1: Use Daily Exchange Rate Method 2: Use FX Contract Enter FX Contract Number Enter Currency Enter Rate Method 3: Other FX Instructions Select a phrase or manually enter instructions

Attach Documents to a Settlement Instruction

Eligible users can attach supporting documentation to the transaction. The documents are sent to ANZ electronically in DOCX, PDF and XLSX, from within the transaction screen.

The maximum document file size cannot exceed 5mb per file, with a maximum of 20 files per transaction. The File Name must be less than 30 characters.

To attach documents, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Attach Documents from the Context Panel menu
2	Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Choose Files Method 2: Drag and drop document(s) RESULT: The attached documents appear as an icon before being uploaded.
3	If required, update the File Name. The File Name must be less than 30 characters.
4	Enter the Category for the file: Commerical Invoice Contract of Sale Pro-forma Invoice Purchase Order Transport Document
5	Click Upload Files RESULT: The documents appear in Attachment(s). You can view the attached document(s) by selecting the document name. Alternatively, you can delete the attached document(s) by selecting the document checkbox and clicking Delete Documents from the Context Panel menu.

Verify a Settlement Instruction

Click Verify Data from the Context Panel menu to validate data input and attached supporting documents. The system will verify that all mandatory fields marked with an asterisk are complete.

MESSAGE TYPE	DESCRIPTION
Successful	The data is successfully verified, and the Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise. RESULT: <Instrument Number> successfully updated. Saved at <Time>.
Error	The data is unsuccessful, and field(s) need attention. Click on the error message hyperlink to take you to the impacted field. The Workflow Status will remain in Started. RESULT: Example: Currency of account is different than instrument currency. Provide Foreign Exchange Rate Details. Update the impacted field(s), then click Verify again.
Warning	The data is successful but provides a warning to alert you to a particular field(s). If required, update the field and re-Verify. The Workflow Status is updated to Ready to Authorise.

Authorise a Settlement Instruction

Follow the instructions below that apply to you:

Authorise via One Time Password (OTP)

STEP	ACTION
1	Press and hold down the < arrow and lock icon on your VASCO security device
2	Enter your 6-digit PIN
3	Press 1 on your device to display the authorisation code
4	Enter your authorisation code, then click Approve RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction(s) is approved. If the transaction requires additional approvals, the transaction status will change to Partially Authorised and remain in this status until all approvals are obtained. If this is the final approval, the transaction status will change to Authorised. If there is an error in the approval process, the transaction status will change to Authorise Failed.

Authorise via Signature Code (SIG)

STEP	ACTION
1	Press and hold down the < arrow and lock icon on your VASCO security device
2	Enter your 6-digit PIN
3	Press 2 on your device and enter the token code from your screen
4	Press the < arrow to display the authorisation code
5	Enter your authorisation code, then click Approve RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction(s) is approved. If the transaction requires additional approvals, the transaction status will change to Partially Authorised and will remain in this status until all approvals are obtained. If this is the final approval, the transaction status will change to Authorised. If there is an error in the approval process, the transaction status will change to Authorise Failed.

Authorise via a Push Notification

STEP	ACTION
1	Tap on the ANZ Digital Key notification on your mobile device to launch the ANZ Digital Key app
2	Tap Log On and authenticate access by entering your PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint ID. The screen will display the details of the request requiring approvals
3	Review the pending request details shown in ANZ Digital Key and tap to Accept or Decline the request
4	The request will be processed and completed. Close the app as no further action is required

Authorise via a QR Code

STEP	ACTION
1	Tap Log On in ANZ Digital Key and authenticate access by entering your PIN, Face ID or Fingerprint ID
2	Tap Scan QR Code on the screen. ANZ Digital Key will switch to camera mode. Use the camera to scan the request approval QR Code from your desktop or laptop computer.
3	Review the pending request details shown in ANZ Digital Key and tap to Accept or Decline the request
4	The request will be processed and completed. Close the app as no further action is required.

Manage an Import Letter of Credit

View an Import Letter of Credit transaction

Eligible users can view transaction details as input on the screen. You can also view transaction details via Trade Reports. For more information, please refer to Reports in ANZ Transactive Trade. To view a transaction, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	There are multiple ways to view an Import LC transaction. Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: From your Home screen dashboard, search and click on a transaction from the grid Method 2: Click Transactions > Pending Transactions or Authorised Transactions from the Application Banner menu, then search and click on a transaction from the grid Method 3: Click Transactions > History from the Application Banner menu, then search and click + to expand the Instrument, and click on a transaction For transactions Processed by Bank, click View Terms as Entered from the Context Panel menu.
2	Click Close from the Context Panel menu

View an Import Letter of Credit instrument

The Current Terms Summary provides an overview of the Instrument, including associated transactions and transaction logs. Click an Instrument ID from the grid from the Pending Transactions, Authorised Transactions or History screen.

The details displayed are relevant to the Instrument Type and Status of the transaction(s).

Summary

The Summary provides a high-level overview of the Instrument, including any amendments or payments processed.

FIELD	DESCRIPTION
Create Message	Create a Mail Message associated with the Instrument.
Amend	Create an Amendment to the Instrument.
Close	Close the instrument summary screen.
Instrument Amount	Instrument currency and amount, including any amendments, but exclude any tolerance.
Available Amount	Available currency and amount includes any payments, amendment adjustments, and tolerance.
Equivalent Amount	Equivalent base currency and amount.
Other Party	Counterparty name.
Reference Number	Applicant's Reference Number.
About %	Amount tolerance.
Issue Date	Instrument date of issue.
Expiry Date	Instrument end date.
Latest Shipment Date	Latest shipment date.
Payment Terms	Payment terms of the Instrument, e.g., Sight, Term
Applicant Details	Applicant's name and address.
Beneficiary Details	Beneficiary's name and address.

Transactions

Transactions provide a list of all associated transactions linked to the primary Instrument. For more information, please refer to Import Letter of Credit Overview > Import Letter of Credit transaction types. Click a transaction to view the terms as entered.

COLUMN	DESCRIPTION
Transaction Status Date	Date the transaction status was last updated.
Transaction	Transaction Type.
CCY	Transaction currency.
Amount	Transaction amount.
Status	Workflow status.
Reference	Related Instrument ID.
Time Instrument	Term instrument ID.

Transaction Log

Transaction Log provides an audit trail of the associated transaction selected.

COLUMN	DESCRIPTION
Date & Time	Date and time of updated action.
Action	Transaction workflow action.
User	User ID and full name who performed the action.
Panel Level	User's Panel level.
Status	Workflow Status.

Mail

Mail provides a list of any Mail Messages associated with the transactions.

COLUMN	DESCRIPTION
Date & Time	Date & time of the received or replied mail message.
Subject	The subject title of the mail message.
Assigned To	User to who the message is assigned.
Status	Received From Bank Sent to Bank

View Commission and Charges

There are multiple ways to view Commission and Charges for a transaction in a Processed by Bank status. Please choose from one of the following methods:

Method 1: From your Home screen dashboard, click the Transaction type from Notifications
Method 2: Click the speech icon from the Application Banner to open the Notification screen, then click the Transaction
Method 3: Click Transactions > History from the Application Banner menu, then search and click + to expand an Instrument ID.
Method 4: View and download the Fees and Charges Report. Please refer to Transactive Trade - Reports for a complete list of reports.

The section would be blank if there were no fees or commissions deducted.

Home screen dashboard Notifications

STEP	ACTION
1	Click the Transaction type from Notifications on the Home screen dashboard RESULT: The transaction summary displays any charges deducted. You can also view the details with the attached Documents.

Notifications screen

STEP	ACTION
1	Click the speech icon from the Application Banner to open the Notification screen
2	Click the Transaction type from the grid RESULT: The transaction summary displays any charges deducted. You can also view the details with the attached Documents.

History screen

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Transactions > History from the Application Banner menu
2	Search for the Instrument ID using the filters or from the transaction grid
3	Click + to expand the Instrument
4	Click Quick View to view any charges associated with the transaction RESULT: The Transaction Quick View window displays any charges deducted. You can also view the details with the attached Documents. Alternatively, you can click the Transaction type to view Commission and Charges.

View Documents

There are multiple ways to view Documents for a transaction in a Processed by Bank status. Please choose from one of the following methods:

Method 1: From your Home screen dashboard, click the Transaction type from All Transactions or Notifications
Method 2: Click the speech icon from the Application Banner to open the Notification screen
Method 3: Click Transactions > History from the Application Banner menu, then click + to expand an Instrument ID.

Home screen dashboard

STEP	ACTION
1	Click the Transaction type from All Transactions or Notifications on the Home screen dashboard RESULT: The transaction summary displays documents associated with the transaction.
2	Click to open the document in PDF format

Notifications screen

STEP	ACTION
1	Click the speech icon from the Application Banner to open the Notification screen
2	Click the Transaction type from the grid RESULT: The transaction summary displays documents associated with the transaction.
3	Click to open the document in PDF format

History screen

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Transactions > History from the Application Banner menu
2	Search for the Instrument ID using the filters or from the transaction grid
3	Click + to expand the Instrument
4	Click Quick View to view any documents associated with the transaction RESULT: The Transaction Quick View window displays any attached documents.
5	Click to open the document in PDF format

Edit an Import Letter of Credit

Eligible users can edit the transaction details in a Ready to Authorise, Partially Authorised, Ready to Check or Authorised Failed status from within the transaction screen. To edit a transaction, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Edit from the Context Panel menu
2	Edit the details as required
3	Click Verify from the Context Panel menu For more information, please refer to Issue an Import Letter of Credit > Verify an Import Letter of Credit.

Send for Repair an Import Letter of Credit

Eligible users can send a transaction for repair that is in a Ready to Authorise, Partially Authorised, Ready to Check or Authorise Failed status from within the transaction screen. To Send for Repair, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Send for Repair from the Context Panel menu
2	Enter the Repair Reason, e.g., update Currency to USD
3	If required, select user(s) name to send an Email Notification to We recommend adding your email address to ensure you receive email notifications. For more information, please refer to Navigating the System > User Preferences.
4	Click Save & Close RESULT: A confirmation message confirms the transaction is Sent for Repair, along with the Repair Reason and the user who requested the repair. The recipient will receive an email notification. See sample email advice in Import Letter of Credit FAQs.

Route an Import Letter of Credit

Eligible users can route transactions to users in their Organisation. The user will receive an email notification for the transaction. To Route a transaction, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	There are multiple ways to route an Import LC transaction. Please choose from one of the following methods: Method 1: Click Transactions > Pending Transactions from the Application Banner menu. Choose an Import LC transaction(s) from the grid, then click Route Method 2: Open an Import LC transaction that is not fully authorised, then click Route Transaction
2	Select recipient Person or Organisation
3	Click Route Item(s) RESULT: Transaction successfully routed to the recipient who will receive an email notification. We recommend adding your email address to ensure you receive email notifications. For more information, please refer to Navigating the System > User Preferences.

Delete an Import Letter of Credit

Eligible users can delete a transaction that is not fully authorised. To delete a transaction, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Transactions > Pending Transactions from the Application Banner menu
2	Select the transaction(s) from the grid
3	Click Delete from the Context Panel menu
4	Click OK from the Alert window RESULT: The transaction(s) is deleted from your Organisation's database.

Import Letter of Credit Reports

Import LC reports list issued, received, and outstanding Import LCs within a date range. You can also download transaction lists from the Pending Approval, Current Instruments and Past Instruments screens in ANZ Transactive - Global.
For a complete list of Trade reports, please refer to Transactive Trade - Reports.

Import Letter of Credit reports in ANZ Transactive Trade

In ANZ Transactive Trade, Import Letter of Credit reports provide a list of issued, received, and outstanding Import LCs within a date range. You can download these reports in CSV, PDF and XLSX.

REPORTS

REPORT NAME	DESCRIPTION
Import Letters of Credit - Current	Outstanding Import LCs. See sample report in Import Letter of Credit FAQs.
Import Letters of Credit - Historical	Import LCs transactions within a date range. See sample report in Import Letter of Credit FAQs.

VIEW AND DOWNLOAD

To view and download Import Letter of Credit reports in ANZ Transactive Trade, follow the below steps:

STEP	ACTION
1	Click Reports > Standard Reports from the Application Banner menu
2	Filter to Show Trade
3	Click a Report Name from the grid
4	If required, enter Report Criteria, e.g. Date Range
5	Click Show Report RESULT: The report is visible on the screen. Click the arrows to scroll through the pages or choose a page number for reports with multiple pages. Click the downward arrow to enter new Report Criteria and rerun the report.
6	If required, click Expand to view the report in the same size as your screen.
7	If required, click Save As to save a copy of the report, then enter a Report Name, Report Description, Report Type and save as a Standard or Custom Report. Then click Save.
8	If required, click the icon to download the report in CSV, PDF or XLSX
9	Click Close to exit out of the report

Import Letter of Credit reports in ANZ Transactive - Global

In ANZ Transactive - Global, Import LC reports provide a list of all transactions in the Pending Approval, Current Instruments and Past Instruments screens. You can also schedule, download and email the transaction in CSV or PDF.

For more information, please refer to ANZ Transactive - Global Trade Finance Reports.

Import Letter of Credit FAQs

I need help with completing my trade instrument online. Who can I contact?

Please contact your ANZ Trade Representative for assistance.

Can I view manually processed Import Letter of Credits online?

Yes. You can view your paper-based Import Letter of Credits via ANZ Transactive Trade when you have submitted your Import LC application forms and supporting documents directly to ANZ for manual processing.

The instrument number will have a LM prefix when processed manually instead of LMP, when processed online.
You can view the Current Terms Summary, associated commission and charges, as well as the generated Acknowledgement.
The Transaction Log will show 'Bank' as the Action, as the Bank had performed the Import LC issuance upon your request.

What does an Import Letter of Credit Application advice look like?