What are the safest payment terms when importing wholesale textiles from India as a foreign buyer?

Short answer

For initial trial orders, use secure wire bank transfers (SWIFT) against verified proforma invoices. For established bulk and container orders, use an irrevocable Letter of Credit (LC) or 30% advance with 70% balance against Bill of Lading copy.

Protect your import capital when sourcing from Surat or Tiruppur by insisting on transparent banking channels and verified corporate accounts.

Updated 3 November 2026 Share on WhatsApp

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