SBA Export Working Capital

The SBA Export Working Capital is for businesses that need to free up working capital to pursue new business, increase international sales and compete in the international marketplace.

SBA Export Working Capital at a glance

Prefund purchase orders for export contracts

Purchase goods or services for export

Dedicated Regions global trade team

Borrow up to $5 million

Direct and indirect exports may be eligible

Why SBA Export Working Capital

SBA Export Working Capital allows businesses to get access to working capital to support export sales. Learn more about SBA Export Working Capital.

SBA Export Working Capital details

    • Allows utilization of foreign accounts receivable typically excluded from traditional products
    • Loan maturities are generally for 12 to 36 months
    • Financing for products, inventory or production of direct or indirect export goods
    • Contributes to the growth of export sales
    • Financing for standby letters of credit used as bid or performance bonds or down payment guarantees
    • Financing for accounts receivable from foreign buyer
    • Drop shipping may be eligible. Products may be produced outside of the USA and shipped directly to the end user
    • Ask an SBA Banker about fees associated with SBA loans and lines of credit
    • Borrow up to $5 million
    • Advance rates up to 90% on purchase orders, documentary letters of credit and eligible foreign account receivable
    • Advance rates up to 75% on eligible inventory located within the U.S.

SBA Export Working Capital FAQ

  • The SBA Export Working Capital product allows a borrower access to their foreign accounts receivable, which are typically removed from most standard lines of credit.

  • This product is a 12-month interest-only revolving line of credit, for asset-based lines and up to 36 months for purchase order-based lines.

  • In addition to a complete loan submission package, a borrower will need to provide their aging reports (accounts receivable, accounts payable and inventory) for asset-based lines and purchase orders for a purchase order-based line.

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