International trade financing is an important financing method in export transactions, but it can help companies obtain funds to meet demand orders, reduce transaction risks, and increase the export competitiveness of companies. At the same time, it can also expand the industry model of large financing banks and increase bank income levels. . Trade financing plays an important role in international trade, but at the same time it is accompanied by certain risks. This thesis has already discussed the risks of trade financing and how to effectively guard against these risks. First, the thesis introduces the definition, types and common forms of trade finance, as well as the theory of international risk management and related international trade practice. Then, by analyzing past cases and existing regulations from the perspective of banks, the main risks of trade financing are summarized. Then, the thesis puts forward a series of strategies and measures to prevent trade financing risks, including familiarizing with various laws and customs, choosing reliable partners, adopting appropriate insurance and guarantee tools, and strengthening risk management and monitoring. Finally, the paper summarizes the importance of preventing trade financing risks, and emphasizes the necessity of trade financing participants to strengthen risk awareness, actively respond to and manage trade financing risks. The research results of this paper are helpful to improve the financing risk prevention ability and ensure the stable operation of trade payment. It has important guiding significance for promoting the sustainable development of trade finance and risk prevention.