Thinking of buying and exporting gold or precious minerals from Ghana? There’s only one lawful route—anything else invites fraud, legal risk, and financial loss. At Clinton Consultancy, we help clients navigate every step of the legally recognized gold export process, in full compliance with Ghana’s mining laws and regulatory authorities.

With the introduction of GoldBod (Gold Board) and recent reforms to the gold industry—the most significant in 35 years—it is now more important than ever to follow the correct legal pathway to avoid scams and regulatory penalties.

? Step-by-Step Guide to Exporting Gold from Ghana

Step 1: Incorporate a Legal Company in Ghana

To export gold, you must first establish a registered legal entity in Ghana with a business object that allows for the purchase and export of precious minerals.

Step 2: Secure a Gold Trading License from PMMC

The company must obtain a license from the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), legally mandated under PNDCL 219 to assay, value, and regulate trade in gold and other precious minerals.

Step 3: Source Gold from Legal Small-Scale Miners

Only licensed companies can purchase gold from Small Scale Mining Companies under Ghanaian law. Clinton Consultancy provides due diligence to ensure the seller is legitimate.

Step 4: Obtain a Gold Export License from the Minerals Commission

You must possess a valid Gold Export License issued by the Minerals Commission of Ghana, regulated under Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703) and Legislative Instrument 2173 (2012).
This is non-negotiable.

Step 5: Comply with GoldBod, Bank of Ghana & GRA Guidelines

With the introduction of GoldBod, exporters must follow strict traceability and tax compliance measures. Exports are also regulated by:

Bank of Ghana
Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA)
Minerals Commission

Step 6: Gold Export License Validity

Export licenses are valid for three years and renewable upon application. The Minerals Commission evaluates documentation and compliance before issuing or renewing licenses.

Step 7: Tax Registration with GRA

Your exporting company must be registered for tax purposes with the Ghana Revenue Authority and remain in good standing to legally export gold.

Step 8: Freight, Documentation & Export

Once your gold has been assayed, valued, and declared for export at Kotoka International Airport, you will pay the necessary freight and export fees, and your goods will be cleared for legal export.

? AVOID FRAUD:

Do not engage individuals or entities offering shortcuts, personal accounts, or deals outside of PMMC, Minerals Commission, or GoldBod channels. Clinton Consultancy has assisted many international clients who were defrauded trying to bypass these procedures.

?? How Clinton Consultancy Can Help

We offer:

Legal due diligence on miners and sellers
Verification of documents and licenses
Structuring of gold export transactions
Contract drafting & dispute resolution
Legal introductions under Introduction Fee Agreements
Representation before PMMC, Minerals Commission & GoldBod

? Contact Amanda Clinton

Clinton Consultancy – Accra, Ghana
? Email: info@clintonconsultancy.com
? Tel/WhatsApp: +233 (27) 252 2695
? Website: www.clintonconsultancy.com