PRESS STATEMENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AUGUST 18, 2025
GOLDBOD BEGINS ENFORCEMENT OF THE USE OF GOLDBOD RECEIPTS BY LICENSED BUYERS
The Ghana Gold Board (“GoldBod”) has commenced nationwide enforcement of the mandatory use of GoldBod receipts by all licensed buyers in the purchase and sale of gold in Ghana.
The issuance of GoldBod receipts by licensed aggregators, self-financed aggregators, Tier 1, and Tier 2 buyers is a compulsory requirement for gold trading and a critical condition for the validity of all transactions.
To ensure full compliance, the GoldBod Taskforce and Field Inspectors have been deployed across the country. All licensed buyers are required to make their receipt booklets available for inspection and cooperate fully with the inspection teams.
GoldBod further advises all licensed small-scale miners and gold traders to insist on the issuance of GoldBod receipts for every purchase transaction undertaken with licensed buyers.
Licensed buyers are reminded that the non-issuance of Goldbod receipts constitutes a serious offence and may attract severe sanctions, including the suspension and/or revocation of their license.
For any assistance in obtaining GoldBod receipt booklets, licensed buyers should contact:
Goldbod License/Regulatory Unit
- 0542325994
- 0256072017
- 0256072012
GoldBod deeply appreciates the cooperation of all licensed buyers in upholding transparency and integrity in Ghana’s gold trade so far.
Together, we can strengthen the sector for the benefit of all stakeholders.
Prince Kwame Minkah
Media Relations Officer
