KENYA · EXPORT PROCEDURES
GOLD EXPORT GUIDE
KENYA
Complete documentation and procedures for legal gold export from Kenya.
Legal Compliance
Full Documentation
Secure Transport
Customs Cleared
REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
EXPORT
REGULATIONS
REGULATORY BODY
Ministry of Mining permits, survey certification.
TRADING HUBS
Nairobi, Mombasa
TIMELINE
5-10 business days
From permit application to export clearance
ESTIMATED COSTS
Export permit: $500-1,500 | Survey: $200-600 | KRA clearance: $200
EXPORT PROCEDURE
STEP-BY-STEP
PROCESS
1. Export permit → 2. Survey certification → 3. KRA docs → 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
Ministry of Mining permit required
Geological survey certification mandatory
KRA customs documentation needed
Jomo Kenyatta or Mombasa port export
COST BREAKDOWN
EXPORT LICENSE & KENYA 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.