Resources

Everything you need to prepare

Our resource centre brings together everything you need in one place for you to learn about and plan for your Gold Dealer Assurance Programme (GDAP)™ assessment.

You'll find practical guidance, downloadable documents and answers to frequently asked questions to help you better understand the programme and prepare for assessment.

The FAQ section provides deeper understanding of the process to achieve the Gold Dealer Assurance Licensed Dealer Marks and how to maintain this status.

Gold Dealer Assurance Programme (GDAP)™ Journey

The Licensed Dealer Marks programme has been designed to be clear and straightforward

Register your interest.
Review the Gold Dealer Assurance Standard.
Submit your application.
Schedule your independent assessment.
Complete the assessment process.
Receive your Licensed Dealer Marks decision.
Maintain Licensed Dealer Marks through ongoing programme requirements.

Available resources

Gold Dealer Assurance Standard (GDAS)™
Download Standard
Gold Dealer Assurance Programme (GDAP)™ Overview
Find out more
Frequently Asked Questions
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GDAP Self Readiness Checklist
Download Checklist
Gold Dealer Confirmation Statement
Download Form
Gold Dealer Assurance Standard Application Declaration Form
Download Document
Gold Dealer Assurance Standard Implementation Guidance
Download Guide

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

For Gold Dealers, Customers & Investors

The Programme applies to retail investment gold products sold by participating dealers, including investment-grade gold bullion bars and coins.

The assessment focuses on the dealer's business practices, governance, customer experience, product integrity, responsible sourcing commitments, and operational controls rather than assessing individual gold products.

Gold dealers that offer both in- and out-of-scope products will be assessed only in relation to in-scope products.
To apply, organizations should generally:

Have been established for at least three years

Have operated continuously in the gold market for at least two years

Offer products that fall within the scope of the Standard

Full eligibility requirements are described in the Gold Dealer Assurance Standard.
BSI is the independent programme manager for the Gold Dealer Assurance Programme. It oversees the programme and facilitates the assignment and oversight of audits conducted by approved and qualified auditors in accordance with the programme requirements.
If an audit identifies non-conformities, the organisation will have an opportunity to address the findings before the audit is completed.
Register your interest through the Gold Dealer Assurance Programme (GDAP)™ website. When applications open, eligible organizations will be introduced to the approved Audit Service Provider to discuss the audit process, scope, fees and timelines.
The cost and duration of a GDAP assessment depend on the scope of your business activities. This includes factors such as the products and services you offer, whether you manage vaulted or digitized gold, and the jurisdictions in which your business operates.

Once you submit your application, the GDAP team will review the information provided and prepare a tailored proposal outlining the assessment scope, estimated duration, and associated fees.

Register interest here
The Gold Dealer Assurance Programme is open to gold dealers who sell investment-grade physical gold products to retail customers and who wish to demonstrate their commitment to recognized industry best practice. Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the Programme and successfully complete an independent assessment before they can be awarded the Trust Mark.
The Standard applies to:

Gold bars

Gold coins

Gold rounds

Vaulted gold products and services

Out of scope products:

Jewellery

Collectibles

Numismatic coins

Unallocated gold products
An approved independent assessor reviews the dealer's documented policies, procedures, and supporting evidence against the requirements of the Gold Dealer Assurance Standard.

The assessment will include document reviews, interviews with key personnel, and verification of operational practices.

If any non-conformities are identified, the dealer will have the opportunity to address them so it might still obtain the Gold Dealer Assurance Programme Trust Mark.
GDAP takes complaints against itself and its clients seriously.

Complaints about GDAP should be submitted in writing using the link below. We will ensure we understand your concerns fully and deal with the complaint fairly and promptly. You will be kept informed of progress and we will reply as soon as the complaint has been fully investigated.

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