- Trade
- Banker’s Guarantee/SBLC
- Banker’s Guarantee / Standby Letter of Credit
Banker’s Guarantee / Standby Letter of Credit
Provide assurance and peace of mind to your beneficiaries
- Trade
- Banker’s Guarantee/SBLC
- Banker’s Guarantee / Standby Letter of Credit
Banker’s Guarantee / Standby Letter of Credit
Provide assurance and peace of mind to your beneficiaries

An independent undertaking
Banker’s Guarantees are independent undertakings which help to mitigate payment risks for the beneficiary
Submit your application through any DBS or POSB branch, or DBS IDEAL

Added assurance
We will pay to your beneficiaries upon receipt of a claim that complies with the terms of the guarantee

Easy collection
Pick up your banker’s guarantee from any of our Trade Document Counters and DBS collection branches
If you have a trade credit facility with us:
- Apply through DBS IDEAL, our online platform
- Submit your application form at our Trade Document Counters or collection branches
Apply online for a cash-backed Banker’s Guarantee.
When do I apply for a Banker’s Guarantee or a Standby Letter of Credit? | |
The beneficiary will specify what to apply for. |
How do I complete the application form? | |
You may refer to the explanatory notes, or contact us for help. |
Where do I find the application format? | |
You may refer to the standard formats on this page for commonly used BG/Standby LC. Or ask the beneficiary of the BG/Standby LC to provide a format. |
Where do I collect my Banker’s Guarantee/SBLC? | |
You may collect it from any of our Trade Document Counters or collection branches. |

“DBS is prompt, understanding and flexible.”
Mr Jonathan Yap, Director - Starburst Engineering Pte Ltd
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