Source-country exporter
You buy directly from the company that holds the DRC export licence and controls the corridor from mine to airport. No intermediary chain, no broker markups.
Buy gold in Congo — licensed exporter based in Goma, North Kivu
The Democratic Republic of Congo is one of Africa’s largest gold-producing countries. Congo Rare Minerals is a licensed gold exporter headquartered in Goma, North Kivu , supplying gold bars and gold grain direct from the DRC corridor to refineries in Dubai, Zurich and London. Orders of 5 kg and above require a 10% deposit of the agreed purchase value before shipment. The deposit is part of the purchase price and is credited against the final balance. After receipt, CRM arranges export documentation and transportation to the nominated refinery or agreed address. For refinery deliveries, the final balance is due within 24 hours of assay confirmation, based on the agreed price and confirmed weight and purity, less the deposit. Client-address testing, acceptance and payment timing are stated in the FCO and SPA. Ownership transfers after final payment is received.
Based in Goma, North Kivu
DRC export licence
Assay-before-payment
Chain-of-custody docs
FOB trials & CIF contracts
Why buy gold from Congo?
Goma headquarters
Our team is on the ground in Goma, North Kivu — the heart of the DRC gold belt. We manage sourcing, documentation and export logistics locally.
Documented chain of custody
Every shipment includes export licence details, chain-of-custody tracing, commercial invoice, packing list, assay report and airway bill — the full documentation package refineries and banks require.
How we source gold in the DRC
Formalized production
We source from mining operations that are part of the DRC’s formal regulatory framework. This means documented origin, traceability and compliance with Congolese mining law.
Export corridor
Gold is weighed, sealed and documented at origin in the DRC, then exported under licence. Shipments move by air from our corridor to the buyer’s nominated refinery hub.
Gold bars & gold grain
We supply both forms depending on buyer and refinery requirements. All gold is sealed with tamper-evident packaging and accompanied by full shipment documentation.
Delivery and terms from DRC
FOB trial shipments
Start with a smaller FOB trial lot from our DRC corridor. Orders of 5 kg and above require a 10% deposit of the agreed purchase value before shipment. The deposit is part of the purchase price and is credited against the final balance. After receipt, CRM arranges export documentation and transportation to the nominated refinery or agreed address. For refinery deliveries, the final balance is due within 24 hours of assay confirmation, based on the agreed price and confirmed weight and purity, less the deposit. Client-address testing, acceptance and payment timing are stated in the FCO and SPA. Ownership transfers after final payment is received.
CIF contract shipments
For ongoing supply we arrange freight and insurance under CIF terms. Bulk orders start at 5 kg. Delivery to Dubai, Zurich, London or another agreed hub, subject to signed SPA.
Refinery delivery
Gold is delivered directly to your nominated refinery. The refinery assays the metal and issues the report that triggers final payment under the SPA.
How it works
1. RequestShare quantity in kg, Incoterm (FOB or CIF), delivery hub and refinery nomination.
2. KYCIndividuals and companies may submit personal or company details, contact information, quantity, preferred purity, and a nominated refinery or delivery address. After acceptance of the purchase procedure, CRM sends an FCO for review and signature. The FCO and SPA confirm the order terms. Banks, refineries and destination authorities may have their own documentation requirements.
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. SettlementOrders of 5 kg and above require a 10% deposit of the agreed purchase value before shipment. The deposit is part of the purchase price and is credited against the final balance. After receipt, CRM arranges export documentation and transportation to the nominated refinery or agreed address. For refinery deliveries, the final balance is due within 24 hours of assay confirmation, based on the agreed price and confirmed weight and purity, less the deposit. Client-address testing, acceptance and payment timing are stated in the FCO and SPA. Ownership transfers after final payment is received.
Ready to buy gold from Congo?
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 from Congo (DRC)
Is it legal to export gold from Congo?
Yes. The DRC has a formal framework for gold mining and export. Congo Rare Minerals operates under export licences issued by the relevant Congolese authorities, and every shipment complies with the regulatory and documentation requirements for legal gold export.
Where exactly are you based in Congo?
Our headquarters are in Goma, North Kivu province, in the eastern DRC. This positions us directly within the primary gold-producing corridor of the country.
How do you ensure the gold is conflict-free?
We source from formalized production within the DRC’s regulated mining framework. Every shipment includes chain-of-custody documentation tracing the gold from source through export, meeting the due diligence requirements of international refineries and banks.
What forms of gold do you export from Congo?
We supply both gold bars and gold grain. The form depends on the buyer’s requirements and refinery preferences. Both are sealed, weighed and documented before export.
What is the minimum order from DRC?
For CIF contract shipments the bulk threshold is 5 kg. Individuals and companies may submit personal or company details, contact information, quantity, preferred purity, and a nominated refinery or delivery address. After acceptance of the purchase procedure, CRM sends an FCO for review and signature. The FCO and SPA confirm the order terms. Banks, refineries and destination authorities may have their own documentation requirements.
How does the assay-before-payment model work?
Gold is shipped sealed to your nominated refinery. The refinery assays the metal and issues a report confirming purity and weight. Final payment is made only after you receive the assay report, as set out in the SPA. Orders of 5 kg and above require a 10% deposit of the agreed purchase value before shipment. The deposit is part of the purchase price and is credited against the final balance. After receipt, CRM arranges export documentation and transportation to the nominated refinery or agreed address. For refinery deliveries, the final balance is due within 24 hours of assay confirmation, based on the agreed price and confirmed weight and purity, less the deposit. Client-address testing, acceptance and payment timing are stated in the FCO and SPA. Ownership transfers after final payment is received.
Can I visit your operations in Goma?
Yes, subject to advance arrangement and security considerations. Contact us to discuss a site visit. We can coordinate logistics for buyers who want to see our operations first-hand before committing to a contract.