DR CONGO · EXPORT PROCEDURES
GOLD EXPORT GUIDE
DR CONGO
Complete documentation and procedures for legal gold export from DR Congo.
Legal Compliance
Full Documentation
Secure Transport
Customs Cleared
REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
EXPORT
REGULATIONS
REGULATORY BODY
ICGLR certification mandatory.
TRADING HUBS
Kinshasa
TIMELINE
14-21 business days
From permit application to export clearance
ESTIMATED COSTS
Export permit: $1,000-3,000 | ICGLR: $500-1,500 | Customs: $500
EXPORT PROCEDURE
STEP-BY-STEP
PROCESS
1. Export permit → 2. ICGLR certificate → 3. Customs → 4. Export
01
License
Obtain export license from regulatory body.
2-4 weeks
02
Assay
Professional assessment and valuation.
24-48 hours
03
Documentation
Complete all customs and bank paperwork.
3-5 days
04
Clearance
Customs inspection and approval.
1-3 days
05
Export
Secure transport and international shipment.
1-2 days
EXPORT TIPS
BEST
PRACTICES
ICGLR certification is mandatory
Ministry of Mines permit required
Conflict-free documentation essential
Kinshasa Airport for export
COST BREAKDOWN
EXPORT LICENSE & DR CONGO FEES
ESTIMATED COSTS
| ITEM | COST RANGE (USD) | PROCESSING TIME | ISSUING AUTHORITY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Export Permit / License | $500 - $3,000 | 5-14 business days | DGSM / Minerals Commission |
| Assay / Purity Certificate | $200 - $1,000 | 24-48 hours | Simba Lab / UNBS / PMMC |
| Certificate of Origin | $100 - $500 | 1-3 business days | Chamber of Commerce |
| Customs Declaration (SAD) | $200 - $600 | Same day | Revenue Authority (URA) |
| Secure Transport / Insurance | Variable (1-3% of value) | 5-7 business days | Brinks / Insured Air Freight |
Costs vary based on gold quantity, destination country, and expedited processing requests. Contact our export team for precise quotes.
EXPORT SUPPORT
NAVIGATE
Export Compliance.
Our export compliance team provides end-to-end support for documentation, licensing, and customs clearance. Response within 4 business hours.