Buy gold in Uganda — East Africa logistics hub for DRC gold exports

Uganda is our East Africa operations hub, connecting DRC-sourced gold to international refinery destinations. Congo Rare Minerals consolidates and ships gold bars and gold grain from Uganda, with assay-before-payment and documented chain of custody on every shipment. Whether you need a FOB trial or ongoing CIF contracts, our Uganda corridor gives you access to established air freight routes to Dubai, Zurich and London.

Uganda operations hub DRC-sourced gold Assay-before-payment Chain-of-custody docs FOB trials & CIF contracts

Why we operate in Uganda

East Africa logistics hub

Uganda offers established air freight infrastructure connecting the Great Lakes region to international refinery hubs. Entebbe International Airport provides direct cargo routes to Dubai, Europe and beyond.

Consolidation point

Certain exports are consolidated through our Uganda operations before onward shipment, streamlining logistics and documentation for international buyers.

Regulated trade environment

Uganda has a regulated framework for gold trade and export. Our operations comply with current Ugandan regulations and all shipments carry the required documentation.

How gold moves through our Uganda corridor

DRC origin

Gold is sourced from formalized production in the DRC, where our headquarters are in Goma, North Kivu. Full chain-of-custody documentation accompanies the gold from source.

Uganda consolidation

Gold arriving at our Uganda hub is verified, documented and prepared for international shipment. Export paperwork is completed in compliance with Ugandan regulations.

Refinery delivery

Sealed shipments move by air from Entebbe to the buyer's nominated refinery in Dubai, Zurich, London or another agreed hub. The refinery assays the metal and triggers final payment.

Delivery and terms via Uganda

FOB trial shipments

Start with a smaller FOB trial lot from our Uganda corridor. Gold is assayed at your nominated refinery and final settlement happens after the assay report, as per SPA.

CIF contract shipments

For ongoing supply we arrange freight and insurance under CIF terms. Minimum 10 kg. Delivery to Dubai, Zurich, London or another agreed hub, subject to signed SPA.

Documentation

Every shipment includes export documentation, chain-of-custody tracing, commercial invoice, packing list, refinery assay report and airway bill as agreed in the SPA.

How it works

1. RequestShare quantity in kg, Incoterm (FOB or CIF), delivery hub and refinery nomination.
2. KYCWe complete KYC on your company and signatories, then issue a draft SPA for review.
3. AssayGold is sealed and assayed at your chosen refinery, with results shared with both parties.
4. LogisticsWe coordinate export, insurance and delivery, depending on FOB or CIF terms agreed.
5. SettlementFinal payment is made after assay confirmation, following the payment clause in the SPA.

Ready to buy gold via our Uganda corridor?

Tell us your quantity, delivery hub and preferred Incoterm. We will send you a draft SPA within 48 hours.

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FAQ – buying gold via Uganda

Why does Congo Rare Minerals operate in Uganda?
Uganda serves as our East Africa logistics hub. Certain exports are consolidated and shipped from Entebbe, giving buyers access to established air freight routes to Dubai, Zurich and other refinery hubs.
Is it legal to export gold from Uganda?
Yes. Uganda has a regulated framework for gold trade and export. Our operations comply with current Ugandan regulations, and every shipment includes the documentation required by both Ugandan authorities and the destination country.
Where is your gold sourced before it reaches Uganda?
Our primary sourcing corridor is in the DRC, where we are headquartered in Goma, North Kivu. Gold that moves through our Uganda hub originates from formalized DRC production and carries full chain-of-custody documentation.
Can I buy gold directly in Kampala or Entebbe?
We do not operate a walk-in counter. All transactions are structured through a signed SPA with KYC, assay-before-payment and documented delivery to your nominated refinery. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
What is the minimum order via Uganda?
For CIF contract shipments the minimum is usually 10 kg. Smaller FOB trial lots can be considered, subject to KYC and commercial approval as set out in the SPA.
How does assay-before-payment protect me?
Gold is shipped sealed to your nominated refinery. The refinery assays the metal and issues a report confirming purity and weight. You only pay after receiving the assay report, as defined in the SPA. This means you never settle for unverified metal.