Bill of Exchange

A negotiable instrument is a powerful tool in the world of finance, representing an unwavering demand for payment. It serves as the foundation for documentary collection procedures and, when paired with the exporter's commercial invoice, allows for the charging of goods to the importer. According to the Bill of Exchange Act, a negotiable instrument is an unconditional written order from one person to another, requiring payment of a specific amount on demand or at a predetermined future date. The bill is signed by the drawer and directed to the drawee, who becomes the acceptor upon signing their name. The recipient of the payment is known as the payee.