Buyer obligations under the CISG
Article 53 states the buyer’s core duties to pay the price and take delivery as required by the contract and CISG. Payment may require necessary steps or formalities, while taking delivery involves acts reasonably expected to enable delivery and taking over the goods. Examine the contract, Convention and facts before deciding whether a breach or remedy arises.
Worked example
A buyer arranges the agreed payment and cooperates with the seller’s delivery arrangements for the contracted goods.
Common mistake
Assuming paying the price alone fulfils the buyer’s delivery-related obligations.
Where it appears in your exams
| Qualification | Exam | Relationship | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCA | LW (GLO) | Direct | September 2026–June 2027 |