Augusta Precious Metals Fee Waiver (2026): Up to 10 Years of Fees Paid
By Mark Sandulli · Founder & editor · Updated October 21, 2026 · Not financial advice
Short answer: Augusta Precious Metals says it may pay up to 10 years of custodian and depository fees for qualifying accounts. At $235 a year, that’s worth up to about $2,350. Augusta doesn’t publish who qualifies or how many years you’d get, so ask and get it in writing. The minimum is $50,000, and Augusta scores 8.1 in our rankings (#2 of 7).
What the offer covers
| Fee | Normal cost | Covered by the offer? |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | $50 once | Not stated |
| Custodian | $125 a year | Yes, per Augusta |
| Storage and insurance (depository) | $110 a year | Yes, per Augusta |
| Liquidation fee | None charged separately | Not needed |
What it’s worth
| Years paid | Value |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $235 |
| 5 years | $1,175 |
| 10 years | $2,350 |
Questions to ask Augusta
- Does my account qualify, how many years of fees will you pay, and what decides that?
- Does the offer depend on which coins or bars I buy?
- What ends the offer: a smaller balance, a sale, moving the account?
- What is the price over spot on the metals you’d recommend, in writing?
The catch
The offer is worth up to $2,350. On a $100,000 purchase, one extra point of markup on the metal costs $1,000. Compare Augusta’s written price over spot with at least one other company before deciding. We don’t count promotions in our scores.
Augusta at a glance
Minimum $50,000 · $285 first year, $235 a year after · 1 BBB complaint in three years (0.7 per 100 reviews) · Gold and silver · In business since 2012 · Buyback pricing not published.
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Sources: Augusta Precious Metals FAQ, checked October 21, 2026 · BBB profile for Augusta Precious Metals, checked October 21, 2026
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