Pricing for gold custody at Golden Ark Reserve is structured to reflect three key components: storage in secure vaults, global all-risk insurance, and settlement operations. Fees are transparent, scalable, and aligned with international custody standards. While full schedules are not published online, verified clients receive detailed pricing during onboarding and agreement processes.
Detailed custody fee schedules are not published online for security reasons. Verified clients receive complete pricing documentation during the onboarding process and agreement stage. This ensures transparency while protecting sensitive institutional information.
Fees cover the cost of storing allocated bullion in Brinks Dubai and Guardforce Hong Kong facilities, with full segregation and barlist tracking.
Settlement Operations
Settlement charges apply to transfers via SWIFT, SEPA, or approved digital channels, ensuring compliance with AML/KYC requirements.
Global Insurance Coverage
All-risk insurance is included in custody pricing, protecting client assets under policies issued by leading international insurers.
Audit and Reporting
Custody pricing includes periodic audits, barlist confirmations, and reporting access for regulatory and accounting purposes.
Scalability of Fees
Pricing adapts to the size of allocation, ensuring efficient cost structures for both mid-size and large-scale custody agreements.
Availability on Request
Full pricing schedules are provided to verified clients during onboarding, with tailored agreements available for institutional and private investors.
Custody Assurance
Gold Custody Pricing: Transparent and Institutional Framework
Transparent Pricing for Institutional Clients
Our custody pricing framework is designed exclusively for institutional clients, including banks, funds, and family offices. All fees are structured to provide full transparency, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency. Pricing schedules are not published online for security reasons but are provided to verified clients during onboarding. This approach ensures confidentiality while protecting sensitive institutional information.
What Is Included in Custody Fees
Every custody fee covers the essential elements of secure gold management:
Vault storage in Brinks (Dubai) and Guardforce (Hong Kong), fully segregated and LBMA compliant.
All-risk global insurance arranged with top international insurers to safeguard each allocation.
Settlement processing through SWIFT, SEPA, or approved digital assets, compliant with AML/KYC regulations.
Independent audits and barlists verifying each bar by serial number, refiner, and weight.
Continuous reporting access with periodic statements and audit confirmations.
Why Confidential Pricing Matters
Institutional custody requires discretion. By providing full pricing documentation only at the agreement stage, Golden Ark Reserve ensures both transparency and security. This prevents misuse of sensitive data, maintains trust with regulators, and supports institutional governance.
Conclusion
Gold custody pricing is structured to align with global compliance standards and institutional requirements. Verified clients receive a complete fee schedule, covering storage, insurance, settlement, audits, and reporting. This ensures that every holding is fully protected, legally recognized, and costed with absolute clarity.
F.A.Q.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the full custody fee schedule not published online?
For security and confidentiality, detailed fee schedules are provided only to verified clients during the onboarding and agreement stage.
What does the custody fee include?
Custody fees cover secure vault storage in Dubai and Hong Kong, all-risk global insurance, settlement processing, independent audits, and continuous reporting access.
Are there any hidden charges?
No. All charges are fully disclosed in the client agreement. The fee structure is transparent and compliant with institutional governance requirements.
How are settlement-related costs handled?
Settlement fees depend on the chosen channel (SWIFT, SEPA, or approved crypto). Exact charges are included in the client’s pricing documentation.
Can pricing be adjusted for large allocations?
Yes. Institutional clients with significant allocations may receive tailored fee structures, subject to agreement and compliance review.
When will I receive the full pricing schedule?
The full pricing schedule is provided during onboarding, after client verification and agreement signing.