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Gold Vault Frankfurt vs LCORE Abu Dhabi: German Gold's Offshore Option

Frankfurt hosts Bundesbank's 1,700-tonne reserve vault and major commercial gold storage, but German investors face wealth and CGT considerations. LCORE Abu Dhabi provides a zero-tax, internationally insured offshore alternative under ADGM English Common Law.

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Why Add Abu Dhabi

For Frankfurt-based investors:
why ADGM in 2026

Frankfurt is an important gold market hub. Abu Dhabi (ADGM) adds a complementary position: neutral UAE jurisdiction outside Western sanctions, English Common Law enforcement, pre-customs vault with zero import/export duty, and access to LCORE's DVP settlement infrastructure and Storage Programme.

Gold is moved from Frankfurt to Abu Dhabi via direct air connection (where available) or standard bullion logistics (Brinks, Malca-Amit). LCORE issues a Warehouse Receipt on arrival. Your gold is allocated, insured, and governed by English Law from day one.

Neutral Jurisdiction

UAE has not joined the Western sanctions regime. FATF-clean since February 2024. Your gold in Abu Dhabi is outside the reach of EU/UK/US asset freeze orders.

Zero UAE Tax

No capital gains tax. No wealth tax. No VAT on investment-grade gold. No import duty in pre-customs zone. The most tax-efficient gold storage jurisdiction in the world.

DVP Settlement

LCORE provides DVP commodity settlement infrastructure from its Abu Dhabi vault -- enabling Frankfurt-based trading houses to settle transactions without USD clearing.

From Frankfurt to Abu Dhabi.

Confidential consultation. Minimum $5M. ADGM-licensed vault. English Law.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I move gold from Frankfurt to Abu Dhabi?
Via specialist bullion logistics providers (Brinks, Malca-Amit, or local equivalent). LCORE coordinates receipt at Abu Dhabi Airport pre-customs zone. Warehouse Receipt issued within 24-48 hours of physical arrival. Documentation required: assay certificate, CoO, commercial invoice, packing list, insurance certificate.
Is Frankfurt gold accepted at LCORE?
LCORE accepts LBMA Good Delivery bars and kilobars from all origins subject to standard AML/KYC due diligence including Certificate of Origin and chain of custody documentation.
What is the minimum?
Minimum $5 million equivalent. Institutional counterparties only.