Current CRM purchase procedure
Updated October 4, 2026. 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.
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.
Testing purchases from 100 g to 4 kg are available in 23K or 24K. Prices, payment and delivery terms are confirmed separately before ordering. The bulk deposit schedule does not automatically apply to testing purchases.
Accepted payment methods are SWIFT bank wire, USDT on TRC20 or ERC20, and Bitcoin (BTC), using instructions on the invoice or signed agreement. CRM does not accept escrow, documentary letters of credit or similar banking instruments.
Relevant shipment documents include the assay report, Certificate of Origin, export permit and shipping details. Shipment terms and cost responsibilities are confirmed in the signed FCO and executed SPA; the SPA governs any differences. Read the purchase process or view the current FAQ.
You can buy investment-grade gold from Africa at a strong price. The key is working with a licensed exporter that proves origin, shows documents up front, and ships insured to your vault or address. Use this checklist to protect your money and cut through noise.
Live pricing: Quotes from $75,000 per kg for standard 1 kg cast bars when spot allows. Get a written quote with every fee in the Shop or talk to sales on Contact . Spot indexed. 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. Any additional requirements of the bank, nominated refinery or destination authority are handled separately; CRM does not list mandatory KYC onboarding as a purchase step.
The short version
- Always ask for a written quote that lists premium, shipping, insurance, and timing.
- Confirm the seller is licensed and can supply a full export pack.
- Verify metal with assay docs and serials for cast bars.
- Pay the company bank account after beneficiary details are confirmed on a verified channel.
- Ship insured and tracked, then store at a depository or secure safe.
U.S. buyer safety checklist
| Step | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Seller identity | Licensed exporter, company email, company bank account |
| Quote | Line items: premium, shipping, insurance, testing, any taxes |
| Product | Purity, weight, brand or bar type, serials for cast bars |
| Assay proof | Assay card for minted bars, assay report for cast bars |
| Paperwork | Invoice, export permits, certificate of origin where applicable |
| Insurance | Declared value, policy reference available on request |
| Courier | Named courier, airway bill issued on dispatch |
| 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. Any additional requirements of the bank, nominated refinery or destination authority are handled separately; CRM does not list mandatory KYC onboarding as a purchase step. | Your onboarding complete to avoid delays |
| Payment | Bank transfer to company account only, verified details |
| Broker | U.S. customs broker or depository pre-alerted with documents |
| Tracking | Airway bill shared and monitored until delivery |
| Records | Keep digital copies for intake and future resale |
Step-by-step: U.S. import made simple
- Request a written quote
We list product, purity, size, quantity, premium, shipping, insurance, delivery window, and courier. - 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. This protects the shipment and speeds clearance.
- Verification of metal
- Minted bars and many coins: sealed assay card
- Cast bars: assay report and serial-numbered list
Want an extra layer? Book independent checks through Lab Testing.
- Payment
Bank transfer to the company account on your invoice. Confirm beneficiary details on a verified channel before you wire. - Export documents
Invoice, assay docs, serial list for cast bars, export permits, certificate of origin where applicable, insurance details, airway bill. - Insured export and tracking
Tamper-evident packing, declared value insurance, and tracking from pickup to delivery. - Arrival and intake
Your broker or depository receives the document pack in advance. Optional re-assay at destination. Handover and storage.
What you receive from us every time
- Invoice
- Assay card or assay report
- Serial-numbered list for cast bars
- Export permits and certificate of origin where applicable
- Insurance details
- Airway bill with tracking
Keep digital copies. They help at customs and protect resale value.
Timelines and popular routes
| Route | Typical window | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DRC to Dubai to U.S. depository | 4 to 9 working days | Fast intake via hub |
| Uganda to Dubai to U.S. depository | 3 to 8 working days | Strong availability |
| Direct to U.S. depository (select corridors) | 5 to 10 working days | Depends on slot and testing |
Your written quote confirms the export slot and delivery window.
Pricing basics: focus on total landed cost
Your final number equals spot per kg plus: premium, shipping, insurance, testing, payment fees, and any local tax. Compare dealers on the same SKU and the same shipping route. For worked examples on 1 kg bars, see 1 kg Gold Bar Price Today and Spot Price vs Final Price.
Red flags to avoid
- Requests to pay an individual instead of the company
- Missing serial list for cast bars
- No assay documentation
- No export permits, no insurance reference, or no airway bill
- Vague timelines or routing that keeps changing
If any of these appear, pause and ask us to verify.
Why U.S. buyers choose Congo Rare Minerals
- Direct sourcing at origin with aggregation in Goma
- One of the largest licensed mining and buying operations in Goma by 2024 to 2025 volumes
- Insured export to approved hubs and U.S. depositories
- Independent testing available via Lab Testing
See live inventory in the Shop or request this week’s export slots on Contact. For settlement or re-assay, see Refining. Read our policy on Responsible Mining.
This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. Check your local rules and work with a qualified broker.
FAQ
Can individuals import bullion into the U.S.
Yes, when you work with a licensed exporter and a customs broker or depository that handles intake. We provide the document pack and insured courier.
How fast is delivery
Most routes land in 3 to 10 working days depending on testing and export slots. Your quote confirms the window and tracking.
Which products are best for liquidity
1 oz coins, 100 g and 250 g bars, and 1 kg bars. These units carry tight spreads and are widely recognized.
Can I verify the metal independently
Yes. Minted bars include an assay card. Cast bars ship with an assay report and serials. You can book independent tests through Lab Testing.