EUROPE/ASIA · ISTANBUL
GOLD SUPPLIER
Istanbul
Direct supply of ethically sourced Ugandan gold to Istanbul Gold Refinery (IAR) and Turkish dealers.
IAR Certified
LBMA Member
Customs Cleared
OECD Due Diligence
MARKET OVERVIEW
WHY ISTANBUL
GOLD
Turkey is a major gold importer and refining hub bridging Europe and Asia. Istanbul Gold Refinery (IAR) is LBMA Good Delivery accredited, processing significant gold volumes annually.
ANNUAL IMPORT
100+ tonnes
MAJOR CITIES
Istanbul, Ankara
TRADING HOURS
09:00-17:00 TRT
REFINERY ESTABLISHED
1995 (IAR)
REGULATORY BODY
Istanbul Gold Refinery (IAR) sets refining standards. Turkish Precious Metals Association oversees industry compliance.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
AVAILABLE
FORMS
| PRODUCT | PURITY | WEIGHT | MIN. ORDER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Dore Bars | 85-90% Au | 5-15 kg / bar | From 3 kg |
| Natural Gold Nuggets | 80-95% Au | 1g - 500g | From 100g |
| Refined Gold | ≥99.5% Au | Custom | Negotiable |
REFINING & LOGISTICS
ISTANBUL REFINING HUB
Turkish Market
Istanbul Gold Refinery
IAR (İstanbul Altın Rafinerisi) - major LBMA refinery.
Istanbul Cargo
Secure cargo via Istanbul Airport (IST).
LBMA Member
Istanbul Gold Refinery is LBMA Good Delivery accredited.
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FAQ
COMMON
QUESTIONS
Can Nile Precious Metals supply Istanbul-approved bars?
Yes. We supply gold dore bars from Uganda that meet IAR standards through accredited Turkish refineries.
What is Istanbul Gold Refinery?
IAR (İstanbul Altın Rafinerisi) is Turkey's largest gold refinery, LBMA Good Delivery accredited since 2000.
How is gold transported from Uganda to Istanbul?
Secure air freight via Entebbe → Istanbul Airport with insured transport. Delivery: 5-7 business days.
Is Ugandan gold compliant with Turkish regulations?
Yes. All shipments include OECD Due Diligence documentation, Turkish customs clearance, and full chain-of-custody paperwork.
EUROPE/ASIA BUYERS
SECURE YOUR
Gold Supply.
Our Istanbul trading desk responds within 4 business hours. Serving IAR members, Turkish dealers, and institutional buyers across Europe and Asia.