When is a time draft payable?

A time draft is a type of negotiable instrument that specifies a payment due at a certain future date rather than demanding immediate payment. This means that the drawee (the person or entity expected to pay) has a set period of time before the payment is required, usually outlined directly in the terms of the draft.

So when a time draft is presented, it will state clearly when the payment is due, which is the essence of its nature. This differs from other types of drafts, such as sight drafts, which are payable upon presentment, or drafts that require acceptance by a bank before they can be paid.