Your Gateway to Global Gold Markets
From international gold shipping to full export documentation — Pearl Gold Africa is your end-to-end partner, navigating Africa's complex export landscape so you can access global markets with confidence. Secure logistics, full insurance and guaranteed regulatory compliance.
One Partner for the Entire Export Journey
Exporting gold from Africa is a complex endeavour — layered with regulatory requirements, compliance checks, logistical challenges and security concerns. We handle every layer so you don't have to.
Who We Serve
- Mining companies — large-scale and small-scale
- Trading firms and commodities houses
- Investment funds and bullion banks
- Artisanal mining cooperatives
- Government agencies and central banks
Secure, Insured, Global Delivery
International gold shipping demands specialised expertise and security protocols. We partner with the world's leading logistics firms to ensure your gold arrives safely and on time — door-to-door or airport-to-airport.
- Armored Transport
- Ground transport with armed escort — Brink’s, Malca-Amit
- Air Freight
- Secure air cargo with priority handling
- GPS Tracking
- Real-time satellite monitoring of every shipment
- Insurance
- Full replacement value coverage — Lloyd’s of London, AIG
- Customs Clearing
- Import & export documentation handled in-house
Shipping Process
Preparation
Gold is packaged in tamper-evident containers meeting international standards.
Documentation
Export permits, assay certificates and customs forms are prepared.
Insurance
Full declared-value coverage activated from pickup to delivery.
Transport
Secure logistics with GPS tracking and real-time updates.
Clearance
Customs clearance at origin and destination handled by our team.
Delivery
Gold delivered to the designated recipient with proof of delivery.
Estimated Timelines
- East Africa
- 1 – 3 days
- West Africa
- 2 – 4 days
- Southern Africa
- 2 – 5 days
- Europe
- 3 – 5 days
- Middle East
- 3 – 5 days
- North America
- 4 – 6 days
- Asia
- 5 – 7 days
Full Compliance, Guaranteed
Proper documentation is the foundation of legal gold export. Our compliance team ensures every shipment is fully documented and compliant with both origin and destination requirements — you just provide the basics.
- Export Permit
- Authorises the export of gold — issued by the Minerals Commission
- Assay Certificate
- Verifies purity and weight — issued by an accredited laboratory
- Certificate of Origin
- Confirms the country of extraction
- Customs Declaration
- Documents the export transaction — Customs Authority
- Tax Clearance
- Confirms royalties and taxes are paid — Tax Authority
- Bill of Lading
- Documents the shipment and transport — logistics provider
- Insurance Certificate
- Confirms insurance coverage — insurance provider
- KYC Documents
- Verifies the identities of all parties — client & compliance team
Documentation Process
- 1Collection — we gather all necessary information from you
- 2Preparation — our team prepares all documentation
- 3Verification — documents checked for accuracy and completeness
- 4Submission — documents submitted to the relevant authorities
- 5Approval — permits and clearances obtained
- 6Archive — all documents archived for future reference
Common Challenges, Solved
- Missing or incomplete documentation — we prepare everything; you supply the basics
- Delays in permit approval — we expedite all applications with proactive follow-ups
- Regulatory changes — our compliance team monitors and adapts continuously
- Language barriers — we handle translations and interpretations as needed
Protecting Your Gold
Your gold is a valuable asset that deserves world-class protection. We combine secure logistics with comprehensive insurance for complete peace of mind — from pickup to delivery.
Brink’s Global
Armored transport
Domestic & international
Malca-Amit
Precious metals logistics
Global
Loomis International
Secure logistics
Europe & Africa
DHL Global Forwarding
International shipping
Global
- In-Transit
- Full replacement value — Lloyd’s of London
- In-Vault
- Full market value — AIG, Zurich
- Theft
- Loss due to theft — Lloyd’s of London
- Damage
- Loss due to damage — Lloyd’s of London
- Delay
- Loss due to delays — AIG
Scientific Accuracy Guaranteed
Accurate gold testing is essential for fair valuation and regulatory compliance. Our assay services use advanced technology and certified methodologies through accredited laboratories — Bureau Veritas, SGS and Alex Stewart International.
- Fire Assay
- Highest accuracy · destructive · 2–4 days · raw gold & doré — $100–$300
- XRF Analysis
- Very high · non-destructive · 15 min · bars & coins — $50–$150
- Specific Gravity
- Moderate · non-destructive · 10 min · nuggets & jewellery — $25–$50
- ICP-MS
- Ultra-high · destructive · 3–5 days · research & trace elements — $200–$500
- Acid Testing
- Moderate · minimal · 10 min · jewellery & coins — $25–$50
- Certificates include purity, weight, full elemental composition, date, location and accreditations
- Accurate valuation — ensures you receive fair value every time
- Authentication verifies gold is genuine and meets specifications
Export with Confidence
Tell us your volume, grade and destination. We will prepare a complete export plan — assay, documentation, insured logistics and timeline.