Skip to main content

Can I have bullion in my SMSF?

Ainslie Team avatar
Written by Ainslie Team
Updated over 3 months ago

Yes, you can buy for a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF), we just need to obtain some documents and identify related trustees.

What we do/don't do

  • We sell bullion and provide storage service (allocated/unallocated).

  • We don’t set up or manage SMSFs, give tax, legal or financial advice.

Why SMSFs buy bullion (at a glance)

  • Diversification & hedge against inflation/currency risk.

  • Direct ownership/control over a tangible asset.

  • Long-term store of value within super.

Important notes

  • Purchases must be paid from the SMSF’s bank account in the fund’s name.

  • Seek independent advice on superannuation and tax implications.

  • Investors should refrain from coins for their SMSFs as coins are treated as collectables under SMSF, therefore subject to the special insurance (and other) requirements

Did this answer your question?