International BusinessExport Credits Guarantee Department (ECGD) Export Working Capital Scheme
The Export Credit Guarantee Department Export Working Capital Scheme is designed to support the increased / new financing requirements of a UK exporter under a specifically approved contract. ECGD support could fill the gap where there is a lack of adequate security to support the credit facilities you need.
How it works
- Government guarantee a maximum of 50% of the approved facility
- Exporters remain fully liable for all facilities agreed.
- Minimum facility size: £1m
- Maximum facility size: £2m (can be higher subject to ECGD approval).
- Maximum facility size, relative to contract value: 75%
- Maximum ECGD Guarantee duration: 2 years (1 year, 364 days).
Important information
- Download HSBC's Export Credits Guarantee Department (ECGD) Working Capital scheme Factsheet (PDF)
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- For more information visit the ECGD website
ECGD Export Working Capital Scheme
For more information about the ECGD Export Working Capital Scheme visit your
Commercial Centre to arrange an appointment with a Relationship Manager
- or call us on
0800 7831 3001
ECGD Export Working Capital Scheme
For more information about the ECGD Export Working Capital Scheme visit your
Commercial Centre to arrange an appointment with a Relationship Manager
- or call us on
0800 7831 3001
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