Ethiopia - Apply for a Prospecting and Mining Permit
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ProcedureEdit
Apply In-Person:
- Prospecting and Mining Permit in Ethiopia is available in the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum, Ethiopia – Link
- Applicant must provide necessary information in the application form.
- Applicant should make sure to carry all documents that are mentioned under “Required Documents” section of this page (both photocopies and originals).
- Applicant must attach photocopies of necessary documents along with the application form.
- Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per authority’s request.
- If all above-mentioned procedures were followed properly by the applicant, permit will be provided within a month.
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Required DocumentsEdit
- ID Proof
- Valid National Passport
- Passport size photographs
- Immigration status if in the country
- Previous Permits
- Necessary license
- Registrations to prospect for minerals to mine
- Proof of Funds
- Current License
- Signed Audited Accounts
- Tax compliance certificate
Office Locations & ContactsEdit
Location: Addis Ababa
Address: Ministry of Mines and Petroleum,
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Contact No: +251116463166
Contact Link
Location Link
EligibilityEdit
Ethiopian Citizens and other permanent residents of Ethiopia who own a work permit and are willing to undergo mining business in Ethiopia are eligible.
FeesEdit
Fee has to be paid as requested by authorities.
ValidityEdit
Valid for 1 year.
Documents to UseEdit
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Processing TimeEdit
Processing time for this procedure is one month.
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InstructionsEdit
- Mining can be undergone by people alone or in partnership.
- Mining rules and regulations has to be learnt properly before applying for a permit.
Required InformationEdit
- Name
- Marital status
- Gender
- Passport
- Date of Birth
- Place of Birth
- Country of Residence
- Nationality
- Mobile Number
- Immigration status
Need for the DocumentEdit
This permit is necessary for any foreign residents in Ethiopia to engage in mining related activities.
Information which might helpEdit
- Applicant must have a valid signed contract in case of partnership mining permit is required.
- Mining for a particular ore or minerals like gold can be done by people with a mining permit.
Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit
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