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High security storage and logistics
Segregated. Audited. Fully insured.

BFI Bullion provides secure custody for fully allocated physical precious metals. The storage service is designed as an integral part of the broader BFI wealth preservation framework — separating ownership, custody and execution while ensuring transparency and operational continuity.

Allocated
Metals are individually assigned, never pooled or leased, and remain free from counterparty exposure. All holdings are fully insured.
Audited
Vault operations are subject to regular independent audits. Storage facilities meet professional high security standards.
Accessible
International deliveries, pickups or transfers can be requested at any time. As all holdings are fully allocated, execution is possible without any fabrication costs or structural delays.

Most bullion products — including the standard and core selections — are eligible for storage under the two BFI custody options: Private Storage and Key Box Storage, subject to metal type, storage location, and format considerations.

Feature
Gesonderte Verwahrung
Schlüsselbox Verwahrung
Allocation
100% physically allocated
100% physically allocated
Segregation
Fully segregated by client
Sealed personal metal box
Custody Location
All BFI vault locations
Die Schweiz
Eligible formats
Assayed bullion bars & coins
Bullion, numismatics, heirlooms (no assaying required)
Access
Coordinated retrieval via BFI Bullion
Exclusive access via personal key
Min. value
USD 50'000
CHF 250'000
Best suited for
Efficient trading & liquidity
Max. privacy & control
Gesonderte Verwahrung

Our fully segregated Private Storage is available across all BFI Bullion vaulting locations.

Specific bars and coins are held separately from those of other clients. Where applicable, bars are identified via serial numbers and product attributes, as reflected in the storage report and online holdings overview.

This structure enables prompt execution of delivery, sale, or transfer requests without fabrication costs or operational delays — combining structural safety with transactional flexibility.

Schlüsselbox Verwahrung

Key Box Storage is available exclusively in Switzerland with a minimum value of CHF250,000.

Metals are secured in a sealed metal box accessible only with the client’s personal key. Even BFI Bullion does not have access to the contents. The format allows the storage of bullion as well as collectibles or heirlooms without prior assaying.

This structure provides maximum privacy and jurisdictional stability, though transactions may require additional coordination due to the exclusive access. Key Box Storage is generally available exclusively in Switzerland, subject to a minimum value of CHF250,000.

Locations

All storage locations operate under uniform high‑security standards with full insurance and regular audits. Choosing a custody jurisdiction is a strategic decision influenced by residence and personal circumstances.

Switzerland remains the preferred location for many clients due to stability, governance and the established treatment of investment‑grade metals held in custody.

Depending on the custody configuration, BFI Bullion supports jurisdictional flexibility and, where required, the rapid relocation of holdings as part of broader contingency or “Plan B” considerations.

Our storage locations

Key Box Storage: Fees & Terms

Aggregated value of metals in Storage (CHF).
Gold, Platinum, Palladium
Silber
250'000 - 500'000
0.70%
1.10%
500'000 - 1'000'000
0.65%
1.00%
1'000'000 - 5'000'000
0.60%
0.90%
5'000'000 - 10'000'000
0.50%
0.80%
10'000'000 - 25'000'000
0.40%
0.60%
25'000'000 and more
0.35%
0.50%
  • The minimum holding requirement is CHF 250'000.
  • Key Box Storage is available only in. our Swiss vaults.
  • Storage fees are invoiced annually, in arrears, in January. They are calculated on the basis of the pro-rated, average daily spot value of your holdings.
  • The invoicing currency is CHF, USD, EUR, or GBP.
  • The entire inventory held in our vaults around the world are fully audited at least annually by Ernst & Young. All costs are covered.
  • Full insurance against fire, water, fraud, theft and burglary is included. The insurance value is based on the higher of (1) the spot value, or (2) your chosen insurance value.
  • With this storage option, you can transfer any existing precious metals into your personal box(es) without assaying procedures. Contact us for more information.
  • Selling non-bullion formats may be limited, and it may not be facilitated by BFI.

Segregated Storage: Fees & Terms

Aggregated value of metals in Storage (CHF).
Gold, Platinum, Palladium
Silber
250'000 - 500'000
0.70%
1.10%
500'000 - 1'000'000
0.65%
1.00%
1'000'000 - 5'000'000
0.60%
0.90%
5'000'000 - 10'000'000
0.50%
0.80%
10'000'000 - 25'000'000
0.40%
0.60%
25'000'000 and more
0.35%
0.50%
  • The minimum holding requirement is CHF 250'000.
  • Storage fees are invoiced annually, in arrears, in January. They are calculated on the basis of the pro-rated, average daily spot value of your holdings.
  • The invoicing currency is CHF, USD, EUR, or GBP. You choose.
  • The entire inventory held in our vaults around the world are fully audited at least annually by Ernst & Young. All costs are covered.
  • Full insurance against fire, water, fraud, theft and burglary is included.
  • With this storage option, you can transfer existing bullion metals into the program, subject to thorough assaying procedures. Contact us for more information.

Collective Storage: Fees & Terms

Aggregated value of metals in Storage (CHF).
Gold, Platinum, Palladium
Silber
50'000 - 100'000
0.70%
1.30%
100'000 - 250'000
0.60%
1.10%
250'000 - 500'000
0.50%
0.90%
500'000 - 1'000'000
0.45%
0.80%
1'000'000 and more
0.40%
0.70%
  • There is no minimum holding requirement.
  • Storage fees are invoiced annually, in arrears, in January. They are calculated on the basis of the pro-rated average daily spot value of your holdings.
  • the invoicing currency is CHF, USD, EUR or GBP. You choose.
  • The entire inventory held in our vaults around the world are fully audited at least annually by Ernst & Young. All costs are covered.
  • Full insurance against fire, water, fraud, theft and burglary is included.