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You can easily open an account via our website. After filling in your details and validating your identity, you can start purchasing immediately.

Yes, GoldRepublic has a license from the Financial Markets Authority (AFM) as a provider of investment objects.

You can buy precious metal for as little as $50 or 1 gram. Low-threshold investments are also possible via a savings plan.

Yes, the precious metal in storage is your legal property and fully insured.

Yes, buying physical gold can be wise if you aim to preserve long-term wealth. Gold offers protection against inflation and historically maintains its purchasing power. For example, between 2005 and 2025, the price of gold rose by an average of more than 10% per year. Whether gold is a smart investment for you depends on your personal investment goals.

Although the gold price has been breaking record after record in recent months, it may still be a good time to enter the market. Gold is a long-term investment and has achieved an average annual return of around 8% since 1971. Even if you buy gold now at a relatively high price, the chance that your investment will be worth more over the longer term increases.

The best way depends on your goals and personal preferences. With physical gold, you are the legal owner, which offers protection during systemic crises. However, you often pay storage costs. Gold ETFs track the gold price and generally have lower management fees. The main difference is counterparty risk. With an ETF, you depend on the financial stability of the issuer and the custodian. With physical gold, there is no counterparty risk.

You can reliably buy physical gold from dealers that supply LBMA-accredited bullion. These providers offer investment-grade gold with a purity of at least 99.99%, which is recognised and tradable worldwide. GoldRepublic is one of these providers and offers online access to physical precious metals that are securely stored in professional vaults.

Buying physical gold can be sensible as protection against inflation and market crashes, as the gold price rose by an average of 10% per year over the past 20 years. Whether it is the best choice depends on your goals. Gold does not pay dividends like some stocks, but it does provide a tangible asset without counterparty risk.

When buying physical gold, pay attention to the current gold price and the difference between the buying and selling price (spread). Check whether the provider has an AFM license and choose gold with a purity of at least 99.9% (24 karat) for investment purposes. Whether this is a sensible choice depends on your risk profile and investment horizon.

Buying gold at the 'best price' in practice often means looking for a low spread: the difference between the gold price and the price you pay. Large specialized dealers are almost always cheaper than jewelers or banks because they work with smaller margins.

Gold is often regarded as an effective hedge against inflation, as its value has risen by around 8% per year on average over a 50-year period. During periods with inflation above 3%, such as those seen since 2021, physical gold generally preserves its purchasing power better than cash.

In the United States, sales tax rules on gold vary by state. Many states exempt investment-grade gold bullion from sales tax, while others may apply sales tax depending on the type of product or the transaction value. When selling gold, profits may be subject to federal capital gains tax. Physical gold is generally treated as a collectible for tax purposes, meaning gains may be taxed at a maximum federal rate of up to 28%, depending on your income and holding period. State taxes may also apply depending on where you live. Because tax treatment can vary based on individual circumstances, it is advisable to seek independent tax advice if you are unsure about your personal tax situation.

Physical gold is safer against systemic risks because you are the legal owner and do not run counterparty risk. With gold mining shares or gold ETFs, you do run that risk. With physical gold, you should take into account the risks associated with storing it at home. However, many physical gold dealers offer secure storage in a vault managed by a third party.

In the United States, profits from selling physical gold are generally subject to federal capital gains tax. Gold is typically treated as a collectible, meaning long-term gains may be taxed at a maximum rate of up to 28%, depending on your income and how long you held the gold. State taxes may also apply depending on where you live. Because tax rules can vary based on individual circumstances, it is advisable to seek independent tax advice.

Yes. At GoldRepublic you can sell gold from as little as 1 gram, because through our platform you can own fractions of larger bars. When selling these small quantities, you pay a standard 1% transaction fee, regardless of the size of your order.

The best price for your gold is linked to the current gold price. For gold bars from recognized producers, specialist dealers usually offer the highest bid, typically between 98% and 100% of that price. The purchase price for gold jewelry is lower.

The selling price is determined primarily by the global spot price. Dealers add a margin to cover costs and profit. In addition, the purity (carat) and the current exchange rate between the euro and the dollar influence the final selling price you receive per gram.

The gold price is fixed twice a day through the LBMA Gold Price, an electronic auction in London where major banks match supply and demand. Important factors influencing the price are real interest rates, geopolitical tensions and the value of the US dollar.

The difference between the buy and sell price is called the spread and for gold bars it is often between 1% and 2%. This is lower than for gold coins because production costs per gram are lower.

The gold price is determined by a combination of real interest rates, the value of the US dollar and geopolitical tensions. In addition, record demand from central banks provides structural support for the price.

After you sell your gold at GoldRepublic, the proceeds appear immediately in your online account. When you then withdraw that balance to your linked bank account, processing usually takes one to two business days. In practice, users often report that the amount arrives the next business day, provided the withdrawal request is submitted before the end of the working day.

A gold chart shows price development per troy ounce (31.1 grams) or per kilogram in dollars or euros. Pay attention to the bid price and the ask price; the difference between them is called the spread.

In theory, the global spot price of gold is the same everywhere, but the physical selling price varies by provider.

The gold price changes continuously and is updated live every 15 seconds during trading days.

Various analysts expect the gold price to rise further due to continued demand from central banks and possible interest-rate cuts.

Although the gold price keeps breaking records, there are also scenarios in which the gold price could fall.

Now that the gold price has been at historic highs for months, it may feel like a good moment to sell your gold. However, various analysts suggest that the gold price may rise further. Your decision depends on whether you need liquidity now or believe in further upside due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.

The current gold price is historically high, but it may still be attractive for those expecting further gains. Whether this is a good entry point depends on your time horizon and your confidence in these forecasts.

At GoldRepublic, saving in gold is possible from $50 per purchase or from 1 gram.

Gold saving means buying physical gold periodically, for example once a week, once every two weeks or once a month.

Dollar-cost averaging means that you buy gold periodically regardless of the current price.

Yes. In addition to your savings plan, you can also make one-off purchases of gold, silver or platinum.

Yes. You can stop, pause or change your gold savings plan at any time free of charge.

Your saved gold is stored in highly secured, insured vaults with independent custodians.

Saved gold is treated as wealth in box 3 in the Netherlands.

Yes. You can sell your saved gold at any time through the GoldRepublic website or app.

No. At GoldRepublic, you can only sell gold that you also purchased through GoldRepublic and stored in the vaults we recommend. For gold that you physically hold yourself or bought from another party, you need to contact specialist buyers. These parties usually buy gold at a percentage of the current spot price, depending on the type of gold.

Central banks are key price setters because they represent roughly 20% to 25% of global gold demand.