Golden Ark Reserve collaborates with independent auditors, insurance providers, and compliance partners to validate every stage of custody operations. External oversight ensures that gold holdings are properly allocated, insured under global all-risk programs, and confirmed through third-party inspections.
This framework provides institutional clients, regulators, and financial institutions with full assurance that custody services meet the highest international standards of transparency, compliance, and accountability.
Custody operations are periodically reviewed by accredited third-party auditors to verify holdings, allocation, and compliance with LBMA standards.
Insurance Providers
Global all-risk insurance coverage is arranged through leading international insurers, with certificates confirming protection for every allocation.
Compliance Advisors
Specialized compliance partners oversee AML/KYC processes and ensure alignment with FATF and OECD recommendations.
Custody Verification
External inspectors confirm barlists, serial numbers, and segregation of holdings, providing documented proof for regulators and auditors.
Institutional Oversight
Partnerships with recognized financial institutions reinforce the legal and regulatory recognition of custody services.
Documentation on Request
Full audit references, insurance attestations, and compliance confirmations are made available to verified clients, banks, and regulators.
Verified by Third Parties
All custody agreements are validated by independent auditors, insurance providers, and compliance partners. Documentation is shared with verified clients, regulators, and banks during due diligence.
Audit Assurance
External audits confirm the presence, weight, and segregation of all bullion under custody, aligned with LBMA and international standards.
Insurance Validation
Independent verification of all-risk insurance programs ensures that every holding is protected under global coverage.
Compliance Oversight
Each audit cycle includes checks against FATF, AML/KYC, and regulatory frameworks, guaranteeing transparency and governance.
Available Oversight Records
Golden Ark Reserve Documentation
Independent audit confirmations and compliance attestations
Insurance coverage certificates with global underwriters
Verification of barlists and segregation reports
Regulatory and institutional references for due diligence
Custody Oversight Through Independent Partners and Auditors
Verification is the foundation of institutional trust. At Golden Ark Reserve, every custody agreement is supported by independent oversight, combining external audits, insurance validation, and compliance attestations. This framework ensures that each gold holding is verifiable, fully insured, and compliant with international custody standards.
Why Independent Oversight Matters
Institutional clients, banks, and regulators require custody services that provide more than physical storage. Independent auditors such as SGS or Alex Stewart confirm the presence, weight, and segregation of bullion. Insurance providers validate global all-risk coverage, while compliance partners confirm adherence to FATF and AML/KYC frameworks. Together, these partners provide clients with confidence that custody holdings meet the highest levels of governance.
Key Elements of Partner Verification
Independent Audits – External inspections validate the physical bullion, confirming accuracy of barlists, segregation of assets, and compliance with LBMA standards.
Insurance Confirmations – Global insurers provide certificates covering every holding under all-risk programs, with verification available to clients upon request.
Compliance Attestations – Regulatory partners ensure alignment with FATF, OECD, and regional AML/KYC standards across all jurisdictions.
Governance Documentation – Verified records are available for institutional due diligence, regulator requests, and client onboarding.
Institutional Confidence Through External Validation
By embedding independent verification into each custody cycle, Golden Ark Reserve provides a framework where bullion is not only physically secured, but also institutionally recognized. Clients gain access to audit confirmations, insurance validations, and compliance records — all essential for treasury reporting, external audits, and regulatory oversight.
F.A.Q.
Frequently asked questions
Who conducts the independent audits of gold custody holdings?
Audits are performed by recognized third-party inspection companies such as SGS or Alex Stewart, ensuring compliance with LBMA and international custody standards.
How are insurance confirmations provided to clients?
All-risk global insurance is issued by top underwriters. Certificates are available to verified clients upon onboarding or during regulatory due diligence.
Can regulators access custody verification documents?
Yes. Verified regulators and institutional partners can request audit confirmations, insurance certificates, and compliance attestations for oversight purposes.
What compliance frameworks are applied to custody operations?
Custody services are aligned with FATF guidelines, OECD standards, and regional AML/KYC frameworks, ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
How often are independent audits conducted?
Audits are performed periodically throughout the year. Reports confirm barlists, segregation of assets, and insurance coverage for all holdings.
What documentation is available for institutional due diligence?
Clients and regulators can request access to audit confirmations, insurance validations, barlist verifications, and compliance governance documents.
