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Collection Follow-Up on Release of Pending Order

This template is a formal letter used to follow up with a customer regarding an outstanding payment that is preventing the release of a pending order. It aims to remind the customer of the overdue amount and facilitate prompt payment to complete the order.

Updated 16d ago
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Company Letterhead

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Phone: {{phone}}

Email: {{email}}

Website: {{website}}

Date and Reference

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Our Ref: {{our_reference}}

Your Ref: {{your_reference}}

Recipient Information

{{customer_name}}

{{customer_address}}

Attention: {{contact_person}}

Subject: Urgent Follow-Up: Pending Order {{order_number}} - Outstanding Payment Required for Release

Dear {{contact_person}}/Sir/Madam,

Introduction

This letter serves as an urgent follow-up regarding your recent order, {{order_number}}, placed on {{order_date}}. We note from our records that this order is currently on hold awaiting the settlement of an outstanding payment of {{currency}} {{outstanding_amount}}.

Details of Outstanding Payment

The outstanding amount of {{currency}} {{outstanding_amount}} pertains to invoice number {{invoice_number}}, issued on {{invoice_date}}, for goods/services that are prerequisites for the release of your pending order. Our payment terms, as agreed, stipulate payment due by {{due_date}}.

Impact on Order Release

We understand the importance of receiving your order promptly. However, we are unable to process the release of order {{order_number}} until the full outstanding amount is settled. We kindly request your immediate attention to this matter to avoid further delays in the delivery of your goods/services.

Call to Action and Payment Options

To expedite the release of your order, please remit the outstanding amount of {{currency}} {{outstanding_amount}} as soon as possible. You may make payment via:

Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT):

Bank Name: {{bank_name}}

Account Name: {{company_name}}

Account Number: {{account_number}}

Swift/Branch Code: {{swift_code}}

Reference: {{invoice_number}} / {{order_number}}

Credit Card Payment: Please contact our accounts department on {{phone}} to process a secure credit card payment.

Kindly send proof of payment to {{email}} to ensure prompt allocation of funds and release of your order.

Assistance and Further Communication

Should you have already made this payment, please disregard this notice and accept our apologies. We encourage you to send us the proof of payment to update our records. If you require any clarification regarding the invoice or need to discuss alternative payment arrangements, please do not hesitate to contact our accounts department at {{phone}} or {{email}}.

Conclusion

We value your business and look forward to promptly releasing your order upon receipt of the outstanding payment. Thank you for your urgent attention to this matter.

Signature Block

Sincerely,

{{your_name}}

{{your_title}}

{{company_name}}

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