Navigate the Diamond Trade: Expert Licensing Services with Evan Roberts
Entering the regulated world of diamond and precious metals trading, manufacturing, or dealing requires strict compliance with statutory licensing requirements, particularly in diamond-rich regions like South Africa.1 The process can be complex and time-consuming, but expert guidance is available to streamline your entry into the industry.2
Evan Roberts and his consulting services specialize in providing the essential support needed to secure the required permits and licenses from the South African Diamond and Precious Metals Regulator (SADPMR).3
💎 Essential Diamond Licensing & Permits
The South African legal framework mandates specific licenses for every level of the diamond and precious metals pipeline. Expert consulting services help you identify and successfully apply for the correct designation:
- Diamond Dealer’s License: Required for legally buying, selling, or possessing rough diamonds.4 This license is crucial for traders, investors, and those who source raw materials directly for bespoke jewellery.
- Jeweller’s Permit (Precious Metals): Required for professionals who manufacture, set, or repair jewellery using precious metals (like gold, silver, and platinum) and who deal in rough diamonds only for the purpose of cutting and polishing into their own products.
- Diamond Beneficiation License: Required for businesses involved in the process of cutting, polishing, and manufacturing rough diamonds into finished stones.
- Precious Metal Beneficiation/Refining License: For companies involved in extracting or refining precious metals.
👨💼 Evan Roberts: Your Licensing & Business Consultant
Evan Roberts’ expertise lies in demystifying and facilitating the compliance process.5 His consulting services ensure that applicants meet the stringent requirements set out by the Regulator (SADPMR):
| Key Service Provided | Why It’s Critical |
| Document Compilation & Review | The application requires numerous documents (IDs, police clearance, tax certificates). Evan’s team ensures every form is correctly completed and all supporting paperwork is certified and aligned with regulatory standards. |
| Business Plan Creation | A comprehensive Business Plan, inclusive of BEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) alignment, is a mandatory and critical component of the application. His service assists in compiling a compelling, regulator-compliant plan. |
| Proof of Technical Ability | Applicants must demonstrate technical expertise. Evan’s service often includes linking applicants with accredited courses (like Rough Diamond Evaluation) to secure the necessary Technical Ability Certificate. |
| Streamlined Submission | Guiding the final submission process to the SADPMR’s operational premises, helping to ensure the application starts processing quickly and efficiently. |
By utilizing expert consultation, entrepreneurs and jewellers can save significant time and reduce the high risk of application rejection due to technical non-compliance.
Start Your Journey to Legal Compliance and Trade
If you are ready to secure your official license to trade or manufacture with diamonds and precious metals, rely on expert guidance to navigate the complex regulatory environment.
For specialized assistance with Diamond Licensing, Jewellers Permits, and comprehensive business plans, consult with Evan Roberts’ team: