ZAMBIA · EXPORT PROCEDURES
GOLD EXPORT GUIDE
ZAMBIA
Complete documentation and procedures for legal gold export from Zambia.
Legal Compliance
Full Documentation
Secure Transport
Customs Cleared
REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
EXPORT
REGULATIONS
REGULATORY BODY
Ministry of Mines regulates mining. Bank of Zambia oversees gold trading. Zambia Revenue Authority handles customs.
TRADING HUBS
Lusaka is the primary gold trading center. Kitwe and Ndola serve the Copperbelt mining region.
TIMELINE
7-14 business days
From permit application to export clearance
ESTIMATED COSTS
Export permit: $500-3,000 | Assay: $200-500 | Transport: Variable
EXPORT PROCEDURE
HOW TO EXPORT GOLD FROM ZAMBIA
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
GOLD EXPORT REQUIREMENTS FROM ZAMBIA
- 01Obtain Mineral Exporter's License from the national mining authority — Submit application with business registration, tax compliance, and proof of gold source. Processing: 2-4 weeks.
- 02Complete ICGLR Regional Certification — Conflict-free minerals certificate mandatory for all gold exports from Zambia. Includes chain-of-custody documentation from mine to vault.
- 03Submit Export Declaration to Customs — File Single Administrative Document (SAD) with assay certificate, commercial invoice, and packing list. Pay applicable export duty on FOB value.
- 04Arrange Professional Assay Testing — XRF spectrometry or fire assay certification from accredited laboratory. Required for all shipments over 1kg. Results valid for 30 days.
- 05Secure Armored Transport to Airport — Licensed carrier with full insurance coverage. Transport from Lusaka is the primary gold trading center. Kitwe and Ndola serve the Copperbelt mining region. to international airport under customs seal.
- 06Final Customs Clearance & Export — Present all documentation at customs checkpoint. Receive Certificate of Origin and export permit. Air freight to buyer destination (7-14 business days total).
Total timeline: 7-14 business days. Total estimated costs: Export permit: $500-3,000 | Assay: $200-500 | Transport: Variable. For expedited processing, contact our export compliance team.
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
Verify Ministry of Mines and Mineral Development requirements
Maintain complete chain-of-custody documentation
Use insured air freight for international shipments
Engage regional compliance counsel
COST BREAKDOWN
EXPORT LICENSE & ZAMBIA 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.