How to buy gold — country buying guides
Where to buy gold and what to consider
Buying gold means choosing between online dealers, local coin shops, and official mints. Each channel has different cost structures, liquidity profiles, and regulatory environments. The spot price is the market reference—the international wholesale price for physical gold—but dealers add premiums (markups) ranging from 1–8% depending on product type, brand, and market conditions.
Each country has distinct advantages and considerations: the United States has the most competitive dealer market, the United Kingdom offers CGT exemptions on Sovereigns, Canada benefits from HST exemption on investment-grade bullion, and Australia's Perth Mint provides government-backed storage. The following country guides cover the key dealers, products, and tax or regulatory treatment for each market so you can compare pricing and make an informed choice.