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Shipping Polished Diamonds to the EU: What You Need
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Since the G7/EU import restrictions on Russian-origin diamonds, in-scope natural polished diamonds weighing 0.50 ct or more entering the EU must be supported by documentation showing that they were not mined, extracted, produced, or manufactured wholly or in part in Russia. From January 1, 2026, importers of in-scope natural polished diamonds must include a Due Diligence Statement on Diamond Origin, supported by relevant traceability evidence, with the customs declaration. A supplier invoice alone is not sufficient; the Due Diligence Statement must be accompanied by supporting traceability evidence.
In practice, origin evidence should be prepared before the shipment reaches EU customs. For rough diamonds, Antwerp’s Diamond Office functions as a key G7 verification route, and G7 certificates are issued for verified natural rough diamonds of non-Russian origin imported through Diamond Office. Shipments without complete documentation may face delays, checks, or refusal of entry.
Step-by-step checklist
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Required documents
- Commercial invoice with relevant origin information or declaration.
- Due Diligence Statement on Diamond Origin for in-scope natural polished diamonds.
- Kimberley Process certificate, where rough diamonds are included.
- Chain-of-custody or traceability evidence supporting the declared non-Russian origin.
- Packing list matching the invoice lines and identifying whether the shipment includes stones of 0.50 ct or more.
- Transport documentation, including airway bill or equivalent shipment-route information.