Compliance · Kimberley Process
Rough diamonds: the Kimberley Process.
Since 2003, the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme has required every international shipment of rough diamonds between participants to carry a government certificate.
- Applies to
- 1 mineral
- Reviewed
- September 2026
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What the scheme requires
- Rough diamonds may be traded only with other Kimberley Process participants.
- Each shipment travels in a tamper-resistant container with a government-validated KP certificate.
- Participants must have national legislation and import and export controls in place.
- Traders keep records and issue the World Diamond Council's System of Warranties statement on invoices.
Since 2024, G7 countries restrict imports of Russian-origin diamonds, so buyers increasingly ask for evidence of the country of mining.
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How ARAM handles diamonds
We handle rough-diamond enquiries only from verified companies, and only where the producer holds KP registration in its country. Polished stones and jewellery are outside our scope.
Last reviewed September 2026. Rules change — confirm before you contract.
