Frequently Asked Questions
About AfriSwiss Commodities
AfriSwiss Commodities Trading Ltd is a licensed gold refinery and trading company based in Kenya. We specialize in gold refining, secure trading, ethical mining, and sustainable solutions for artisanal miners.
Yes! We are fully licensed by the Kenyan Ministry of Petroleum and Mining and operate under strict industry and regulatory standards.
Our headquarters and refining facility are based at Wilson Airport, Nairobi, Kenya.
Buying & Selling Precious Metals
We offer gold, silver, platinum, and palladium in bars, and custom weights for investors, tech companies, jewelers, and industries.
You can visit our refinery, contact us via email or phone.
Our refining process ensures 99.99% purity for gold and the highest standards for silver, platinum and palladium.
Yes! We provide bonded warehouse storage with 24/7 surveillance to ensure the security of your assets.
Yes, we purchase ethically sourced raw gold and refine it to international purity standards.
Consultancy Service
Our consultancy service provides end-to-end support for precious metals transactions — including assaying, gold verification, buyer-seller matchmaking, documentation, tax and compliance advisory, logistics coordination, and secure delivery to international destinations.
Our services are ideal for:
Gold buyers seeking verified products
Precious metals sellers looking for reliable buyers
Investors, refiners, or institutions handling large transactions
- Tech manufacturing companies looking for consistent supply of pure gold
Mining cooperatives needing support with documentation, compliance, or export
We operate our own fully equipped in-house laboratory in at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, ensuring fast, accurate, and transparent gold testing and assaying. Our lab uses industry-standard tools, including XRF machines, to deliver precise purity analysis for every sample we handle.
We also partner with certified laboratories and trusted refineries in other African countries to conduct assay testing, purity verification and issuing certified documentation confirming quality and origin.
Yes. AfriSwiss has an established network of vetted buyers and sellers across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and North America. We connect serious parties and facilitate secure, transparent deals.
We help prepare and review:
Sales and purchase agreements
Export permits
Assay reports
KYC/AML compliance documents
Customs and tax declarations
Ethical sourcing certifications
Yes. We provide secure, insured delivery of gold to destinations including the USA, Europe, and the UAE — either airport-to-airport or directly to a vault or refinery. We ensure full compliance with local and international regulations.
Absolutely. We offer consultancy on taxation in Kenya and the buyer’s country, import/export duties, and financial documentation required for compliant cross-border trade.
While we do not act as an escrow agent, we assist clients in setting up secure escrow arrangements, verifying payment terms, and working with reputable banks and trade finance institutions.
It costs USD 2,500 to establish a master account. We bill our services per hour for advisory, or custom packages for full transaction support. Rates depend on the size, complexity, and scope of the engagement.
Simply reach out via our Contact Page to schedule a consultation. We’ll review your needs, answer any questions, and tailor a support plan for your transaction.
All transactions are fully transparent and compliant with international standards, ensuring safe and legitimate gold trading.
Yes! We provide secure, insured shipping of gold and other precious metals worldwide.
Our facilities have 24/7 surveillance, bonded warehouse storage, and advanced security protocols to protect assets.
Investment & Market Trends
Yes! Gold is a stable store of value, protecting investors from inflation, currency devaluation, and economic downturns.
We provide secure trading, and expert guidance for investors looking to buy gold, silver, platinum, or palladium.