Secure Bullion Storage with Chards
Store your precious metals with confidence in our fully insured, high-security vaults. Whether you're investing for the long term or just want peace of mind, our storage service offers a simple, flexible solution.
At Chards, we offer storage services in the United Kingdom as well as overseas that are low cost and fully insured. This service offers customers an allocated and segregated metal account with discrete, allocated coins and bars.
Why Choose Vaulted Storage from Chards?
- Fully Insured: Your bullion is protected at all times.
- Discreet & Secure: State-of-the-art vaults are monitored 24/7 with restricted access.
- Flexible Access: Sell back to Chards or request delivery* at any time during business hours.
- Monthly Billing: Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
- Inclusive: Available when buying directly from Chards or sending in bullion you already own**.
- Visibility: View your stored items at any time in your Chards account area.
* Delivery unavailable on product stored overseas.
** Processing fee of £60 + VAT applies when submitting personally held items.
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Storage Fees
At Chards, our pricing is calculated as a percentage of the monetary value of your stored bullion, based on the average gold and silver prices over the previous 30 days.
Storage fees are as shown below, with a minimum fee of £10 per month excl. VAT:
Gold
- Under £500,000 value: 0.5% of the value of your total metal holding + VAT per annum
- Between £500,000-£1,000,000 value: 0.4% of the value of your total metal holding + VAT per annum
- Over £1,000,000 value: 0.35% of the value of your total metal holding + VAT per annum
Silver
- Under £500,000 value: 0.6% of the value of your total metal holding + VAT per annum
- Between £500,000-£1,000,000 value: 0.55% of the value of your total metal holding + VAT per annum
- Over £1,000,000 value: 0.5% of the value of your total metal holding + VAT per annum
Platinum and palladium storage currently follows our silver fee structure.
Alongside our competitive purchasing prices, our storage fees are amongst the most transparent in the industry. While some providers may advertise lower rates, these can be offset by higher purchase premiums, withdrawal fees, or by offering storage on an unallocated or unsegregated basis.
If you deposit halfway through a calendar month, you will only be charged for the part of the month that we hold your metal.
With Chards, you pay just a single storage fee based on any and all metals you have stored with us. Be it UK or abroad, gold or silver, everything is pooled to offer a simple and stress-free payment structure.
How to Store with Us
1. Add Eligible Bullion to Your Basket
- Only bullion items are eligible for storage.
- Look for the
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icon on product pages.
icon on product pages.2. Proceed to Checkout
- If all items in your basket qualify, you'll see the option to select "Vaulted Storage" from the Delivery Methods drop-down menu.
3. Confirm Storage Option
- Review your estimated monthly fee.
- Complete your order and your items will be securely stored.
4. After purchase
- You will receive a confirmation email once your items are placed into storage.
Overseas Storage
We now offer bonded storage overseas, discernible on the Chards website by the location listed in the product title (loco). We have sufficient stock in Zurich, Switzerland to offer a range of coins and bars in both silver and platinum for purchase. We have also recently opened the opportunity of purchasing and storing VAT-free vaulted silver in Frankfurt, Germany, with additional offerings to follow.
We can store goods in just about any location in the world and are happy to accommodate custom shipping and storage quotes to suit any need.
It is important to note that due to the tax and cost implications, you will never physically receive or take delivery of products purchased with overseas storage in mind. The offerings are solely intended as an investment vehicle and not for personal collecting.
Selling Back to Chards
When you're ready to sell, you can easily sell your vaulted bullion back to Chards. Simply contact us and let us know which items you'd like to sell.
We'll provide a competitive quote based on live market prices, and once confirmed, the funds will be transferred to your account promptly. Selling from storage is fast, secure, and hassle-free so no need to arrange delivery or handle the items yourself.
When selling from storage, the saving of our processing time is passed back to you. We offer an additional 0.5% when selling UK stored bullion back to Chards, up-to the intrinsic value of the metal.
Need Help?
If you're unsure whether your items qualify or want help estimating fees, contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I store coins or numismatic items?
No, our storage service is only available for bullion items.
How do I know if an item is eligible for storage?
Look for the "Vaulted Storage" icon on product pages. Only items marked with this icon are eligible for storage.
Can I access or withdraw my stored items?
Yes, you can request delivery of your stored items at any time during operating hours, simply get in touch. Please note that access and withdrawal is not available for items stored in bonded warehouses.
Is there a minimum value required to use storage?
There is no minimum value, but fees are calculated based on the total value of your stored bullion, with a minimum fee of £10 + VAT applying.
Is there a minimum contract length when storing bullion?
There is no set contract when storing bullion with Chards.
How do I pay for storage?
Storage fees are billed monthly and payable either via your Chards Pre-Payment Balance, bank transfer, or by Direct Debit. If you wish to pay by Direct Debit, let us know. All storage fees are paid in arrears. For Direct Debit payments we will contact you 10 days prior to the payment date with the metal value. For bank transfer payments you will receive a monthly invoice.
What happens if I want to sell my stored bullion?
You can sell directly from storage. Simply reach out, request a quote, and confirm the sale.
Why is silver more expensive to store than gold?
Silver takes up more physical space and requires additional containers, such as safes, and more manpower to handle securely. Gold, by contrast, is more compact and dense, making it more efficient to store.
Are there any cancellation fees?
There are no cancellation fees. When you want to collect or take delivery of your items, get in touch and we'll be happy to help.
Do I need to provide any additional information for storage orders?
For security reasons, we verify the purchasing account with 2 forms of ID for every storage purchase.
Storage Terms of Sale
Our full storage terms of sale can be found here.