Banking & Insurance Partners for Gold Custody
Institutional Partnerships
Settlement Security and All-Risk Protection
Banking and insurance partners provide the infrastructure that supports custody services at Golden Ark Reserve. Settlement operations are processed through recognized financial institutions, ensuring compliance with international standards for cross-border transactions.
All allocations are covered by global all-risk insurance, arranged with top-tier underwriters. This framework protects client bullion against physical loss, theft, or damage, and strengthens regulatory recognition of custody agreements. By combining settlement security with insurance validation, our custody services deliver the assurance required by institutional clients, banks, and regulators.
All allocations are covered by global all-risk insurance, arranged with top-tier underwriters. This framework protects client bullion against physical loss, theft, or damage, and strengthens regulatory recognition of custody agreements. By combining settlement security with insurance validation, our custody services deliver the assurance required by institutional clients, banks, and regulators.

Independent Verification
Step-by-Step Banking & Insurance Framework
A transparent workflow ensures that every transaction and insurance coverage is validated by recognized financial institutions and global underwriters. Each stage is structured to provide compliance, security, and institutional trust.
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Settlement Confirmation
All transactions are confirmed through established banking channels (SWIFT, SEPA, or approved alternatives), ensuring secure and compliant settlement across jurisdictions.
02
Insurance Issuance
Global all-risk insurance policies are issued for each allocation, covering bullion under custody and providing certificates to institutional clients.
03
Compliance Validation
Every settlement and insurance policy undergoes AML/KYC verification and cross-border compliance checks, aligned with FATF and OECD standards.
04
Independent Oversight
External auditors and compliance partners verify transaction records, insurance coverage, and reporting, ensuring transparency for regulators and institutional investors.
Banking Settlement Network
Custody settlements are processed through trusted financial institutions, providing secure and transparent execution of cross-border transactions.
Insurance Protection
All holdings are covered by all-risk global insurance programs, ensuring bullion is safeguarded against loss, theft, or damage.
Compliance & Oversight
Banking and insurance partners operate within strict international compliance frameworks, aligning with FATF, OECD, and LBMA standards.
Institutional Confidence
Partnerships with banks and insurers strengthen the enforceability of custody agreements and provide additional assurance to regulators and clients.
Available on Request
Banking & Insurance References
Settlement Infrastructure
Custody settlement is processed through recognized banking institutions, ensuring secure and compliant cross-border transactions.
Global Insurance Programs
All-risk insurance coverage arranged with international underwriters protects bullion against loss, theft, or damage.
Compliance Assurance
Banking and insurance partners operate under global regulatory frameworks, aligning custody services with FATF and OECD standards.
Independent Validation
Insurance certificates and settlement confirmations are independently verifiable, supporting institutional audits and regulatory oversight.
Institutional Recognition
Partnerships with banks and insurers strengthen the legal enforceability and recognition of custody agreements worldwide.
Documentation on Request
Full references, insurance attestations, and settlement confirmations are available to verified clients, regulators, and auditors.
Corporate Assurance
Why Banking & Insurance References Matter in Custody
Institutional gold custody requires more than secure vaults — it must also provide verifiable settlement and insurance coverage. References from banking and insurance partners prove that every transaction and allocation is supported by trusted institutions. For regulators, auditors, and institutional investors, these records confirm that custody operations meet international standards of compliance and security.
Key Elements of Banking & Insurance References
- Settlement Confirmations
All transactions are executed through recognized financial institutions. SWIFT, SEPA, and approved digital channels provide cross-border settlement that is both compliant and transparent. Confirmations are documented for client records and regulatory due diligence. - Insurance Certificates
Each allocation is covered by global all-risk insurance policies. Certificates issued by leading underwriters confirm that gold holdings are fully insured against physical loss, damage, or operational risks. - Cross-Border Compliance
Banking and insurance records undergo AML/KYC checks and compliance validation across multiple jurisdictions. This ensures adherence to FATF, OECD, and regional regulatory requirements. - Independent Validation
External auditors review settlement records and insurance certificates, confirming the integrity of custody operations. Verified documentation provides assurance to both clients and oversight bodies. - Institutional Access
References are available on request to verified clients, regulators, and institutional partners. This access supports due diligence, financial reporting, and long-term trust in custody arrangements.
Institutional Confidence Through Verified Partners
Banking and insurance partnerships form the backbone of secure custody operations. With settlement confirmations, insurance coverage, and compliance oversight, clients gain a transparent framework that protects their holdings and satisfies institutional governance requirements.
F.A.Q.
Frequently asked questions
What banking channels are used for settlement?
Settlements are processed via SWIFT, SEPA, and approved digital payment channels, ensuring secure and compliant cross-border transfers.
Are all custody holdings insured?
Can I review settlement confirmations?
How are insurance certificates provided?
Is insurance coverage validated independently?
Do banking and insurance records meet AML/KYC standards?
Can regulators and auditors access custody records?
What risks are covered by insurance policies?
How often are records updated?