You want verified metal, insured shipping, and a smooth intake. This guide shows how shipments leave the DRC or Uganda and arrive at your vault or address with the documents you need at each step.
Live pricing: Quotes from $75,000 per kg for standard 1 kg cast bars when spot allows. Get a written quote with all fees from the Shop or message sales on Contact.
The short version
- Ask for a written quote that lists premium, shipping, insurance, and timing.
- Complete KYC on both sides before you pay.
- Get assay docs and a serial list for cast bars.
- Ship insured and tracked. Keep the airway bill and the full document pack.
- For large orders, use scheduled export slots and split consignments if needed.
What “insured and tracked export” means
- Courier booking with a shipment reference
- Insurance at declared value, policy reference provided
- Tamper-evident packing and weight checks at each handover
- Airway bill for end-to-end tracking
- Delivery confirmation at the consignee or vault
Where we ship
Approved routes to major intake hubs including Dubai, Zurich, London, Hong Kong, Johannesburg and other locations on request. We confirm eligibility and timing in your quote.
Documents you receive from Congo Rare Minerals
- Commercial invoice
- Assay card for minted bars or assay report for cast bars
- Serial-numbered bar list for cast bars
- Export permits and certificate of origin where applicable
- Insurance policy details
- Airway bill with tracking
Save digital copies. They speed customs and protect resale.
Shipping models
1) Direct to depository
Fastest intake, clear processes, and simple handling for larger bars.
2) Business delivery
Broker clearance, then delivery to your registered business address.
3) Home delivery
Available in some destinations. Use for small units only and plan for secure receipt.
Legal and compliance
- We work with licensed miners and exporters.
- Standard KYC for both buyer and seller.
- Correct HS code and product specs on all documents.
- We follow OECD-aligned due diligence. See Responsible Mining.
- Check local tax rules before you buy. Read: Understanding Taxes and Duties.
Insurance basics
- Valuation based on the invoice amount
- Coverage from pickup to delivery on named routes
- Typical exclusions are listed in the policy. We share the reference on request
- Claims require the airway bill, packing photos, and the invoice
Timelines by route
Typical windows 3 to 10 working days, depending on testing and slot availability.
| Route | Typical window | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DRC → Dubai | 3–7 days | Popular intake hub |
| DRC → Zurich | 4–8 days | Vault delivery common |
| DRC → London | 5–10 days | Allow for local checks |
| Uganda → Dubai | 3–6 days | Fast on standard units |
| Uganda → Johannesburg | 3–7 days | Regional intake |
Your written quote confirms the export slot and expected delivery window.
Pricing and landed cost
Your final price equals spot per kg plus:
premium + shipping + insurance + testing + payment fees + any local taxes or duties.
For worked examples on 1 kg bars, read 1 kg Gold Bar Price Today.
Step-by-step export plan
- Quote. We list product, purity, size, quantity, premium, shipping, insurance, delivery window, and courier.
- KYC. Standard onboarding to protect both sides and speed customs.
- Verification. Assay card or report, plus serials for cast bars. Optional Lab Testing.
- Payment. Bank transfer to the company account after you confirm beneficiary details over a verified channel.
- Paperwork. We prepare permits, insurance, certificate of origin where applicable, and the airway bill.
- Pre-clearance. Your broker receives the documents before arrival.
- Delivery. Insured, tracked shipment to your depository or address. Keep the full pack for resale.
Large orders for institutions and high-net-worth buyers
- Tranches and batch scheduling for $10m to $100m programs
- Standard units for liquidity: 100 g, 250 g, 1 kg cast bars
- Multiple export slots to match risk and storage constraints
- Optional independent testing at origin and on intake
Ask for the institutional quote template on Contact.
Buyer checklist
- Written quote with every fee
- Company bank account confirmed before you wire
- Assay docs and serial list for cast bars
- Insured, tracked courier with airway bill
- Pre-alert your broker with the document pack
- Keep all documents for resale
Why buyers choose Congo Rare Minerals
- Direct sourcing at scale in Goma, DRC with a wide network of licensed miners
- One of the largest licensed mining and buying operations in Goma by 2024–2025 volumes
- Insured export to approved hubs and a clean document pack
- Independent verification available via Lab Testing
Start with the Shop or request this week’s export slots on Contact. If you need re-assay or settlement, see Refining.
FAQ
Can individuals import bullion from Africa
Yes, with the right documents and a customs broker. Many buyers ship to a depository first.
Is investment gold VAT-exempt
Many hubs exempt qualified investment gold. Rules vary. Confirm with your broker. See our taxes guide.
How secure is the shipment
Shipments are sealed, insured, and tracked. You receive the airway bill and policy details.
Can I verify the metal before or after shipping
Yes. Minted bars include an assay card. Cast bars include an assay report and serials. You can book Lab Testing.
What sizes are best for fast resale
1 oz coins, 100 g and 250 g bars, and 1 kg bars.