About Export Credit Financial Services

A licensed and regulated financial institution bridging the gap of financing for small and medium enterprises in the United Kingdom.

ECFS team at work
Since 2018
Building Trust

Empowering Businesses Since 2018

Export Credit Financial Services (ECFS) was founded with a singular vision: to bridge the financial gap that prevents small and medium enterprises from reaching global markets.

Operating as a supervised financial institution, we are dedicated to empowering small-scale exporters, farmers, women and low-income entrepreneurs with accessible and sustainable financial solutions.

From our headquarters in London, we serve businesses across multiple countries, facilitating over $500M in trade volume and supporting more than 2,500 enterprises.

Enhancing Financial Inclusion

To enhance financial inclusion and contribute to national development by providing accessible trade finance, export credit insurance, and structured financial solutions to MSMEs. We position ourselves at the intersection of international trade and financial inclusion, bridging the gap for businesses involved in trade and export-related activities.

A World Without Trade Barriers

To become the leading trade finance institution in emerging markets, ensuring every entrepreneur — regardless of size — has access to the financial tools they need to compete in global markets and drive sustainable economic growth across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.

What Drives Us Forward

Our values shape everything we do and define our commitment to every client and partner.

Trust & Integrity

We operate with the highest standards of transparency and regulatory compliance.

Innovation

We continuously seek innovative financial solutions to meet evolving market needs.

Inclusion

We ensure financial services are accessible to underserved enterprises and entrepreneurs.

Global Impact

We drive sustainable economic development across borders and communities.

Licensed & Regulated

ECFS operates under strict regulatory frameworks, ensuring the highest level of compliance and trust.

UK Registered

20 Wenlock Road, London

England, N1 7GU

Our Journey So Far

From inception to becoming a multi-country financial institution, here are the key milestones.

Container shipping
2018 — Foundation

ECFS was founded with a mission to serve underbanked MSMEs in trade and export finance.

2019 — Early Growth

Established initial partnerships and began extending trade finance solutions to small businesses.

2020 — First 500 SMEs

Successfully supported over 500 small and medium enterprises with export financing and trade credit insurance.

2023 — $500M Milestone

Surpassed $500 million in cumulative trade volume facilitated, serving businesses across multiple countries.

2024 — London Headquarters

Established UK headquarters at 20 Wenlock Road, London, strengthening our service reach and global footprint.

Where We Operate

Our London headquarters serves as the hub for our trade finance operations.

UK
London, United Kingdom

20 Wenlock Road

London, England, N1 7GU

United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]

Ready to grow your business?

Get in touch with our team to explore how we can support your trade financing needs.