You can buy legally and safely from the DRC if you follow a clear process. This guide shows each step, the documents you should receive, and how we handle export so your shipment clears quickly.
Why buyers choose Congo Rare Minerals
We source at origin and operate at scale in Goma, DRC. We are one of the largest licensed mining and buying operations in Goma by 2024–2025 volumes. Scale and scheduled exports cut intermediaries and per-unit logistics. That is how we keep quotes sharp while delivering full documentation and insured shipping. Independent checks are available via Lab Testing. For settlement or re-assay, see Refining. Read our policy on Responsible Mining.
The short version
- Ask for a written quote that lists premium, shipping, insurance, and timing.
- Complete KYC for both sides before payment.
- Verify the metal with assay docs and serials for cast bars.
- Pay the company bank account after you confirm beneficiary details.
- Ship insured and tracked with an airway bill and a full export pack.
Step-by-step: buying gold bars in the DRC
1) Request a written quote
We list product, purity, size, quantity, premium, shipping, insurance, currency, delivery window, and courier. Ask on Contact.
2) KYC and compliance
Standard onboarding for buyer and seller. This protects the shipment and speeds customs.
3) Verification of metal
- Minted bars and many coins: assay card in tamper-evident packaging
- Cast bars: assay report and serial-numbered bar list
- Want an extra layer? Book independent lab testing through Lab Testing
4) Payment
- Bank transfer to the company account named on the invoice
- Confirm beneficiary details on a verified channel
- We never request payment to a personal account
5) Export documents we prepare
- Commercial invoice
- Assay card or assay report and serial list for cast bars
- Export permits and certificate of origin where applicable
- Insurance details
- Airway bill with tracking
6) Insured export and tracking
Courier pick-up, sealed packing, weight checks at handover, insurance at declared value, and live tracking until delivery.
7) Arrival and intake
Customs clearance with your broker or depository. Optional re-assay at destination. Handover and storage.
What you should receive every time
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Invoice | Confirms product, purity, weights, and price |
| Assay card or report | Proof of testing and purity |
| Serial list (cast bars) | Traceability and resale |
| Export permits | Shows lawful export at origin |
| Certificate of origin (if applicable) | Helps with destination intake |
| Insurance details | Confirms value and coverage |
| Airway bill | End-to-end tracking number |
Save digital copies. They help at customs and when you resell.
Timelines and routes
- Typical export windows: 3 to 10 working days depending on testing and route
- Popular intake hubs: Dubai, Zurich, London, Hong Kong, Johannesburg
- We confirm your slot in the quote and share tracking on dispatch
Pricing basics: from spot to your final number
Your final price equals spot per kilogram plus: premium, shipping, insurance, testing, payment fees, and any local tax or duties. Want the math on 1 kg bars with worked examples? Read 1 kg Gold Bar Price Today.
Buyer checklist for DRC purchases
- Written quote with all fees
- Company bank account confirmed before you wire
- Assay docs and serials for cast bars
- Insured, tracked courier and airway bill
- Keep the full document pack for intake and resale
What to buy for clean intake and strong resale
- 1 oz coins for flexibility
- 100 g and 250 g bars for balance of cost and liquidity
- 1 kg bars if you plan to hold and want the lowest cost per gram
See live options in the Shop.
This page is general information, not tax or investment advice. Check local rules before you purchase.