Ethiopia - Apply for a Prospecting and Mining Permit

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. Prospecting and Mining Permit in Ethiopia is available in the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum, Ethiopia – Link
2. Applicant must provide necessary information in the application form.
3. Applicant should make sure to carry all documents that are mentioned under “Required Documents” section of this page (both photocopies and originals).
4. Applicant must attach photocopies of necessary documents along with the application form.
5. Fee for this procedure has to be paid as per authority’s request.
6. If all above-mentioned procedures were followed properly by the applicant, permit will be provided within a month.
   

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Required Documents

• 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 & Contacts

Location: Addis Ababa
Address: Ministry of Mines and Petroleum,
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Contact No: +251116463166
Contact Link
Location Link

Eligibility

Ethiopian Citizens and other permanent residents of Ethiopia who own a work permit and are willing to undergo mining business in Ethiopia are eligible.

Fees

Fee has to be paid as requested by authorities.

Validity

Valid for 1 year.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

Processing time for this procedure is one month.

Related Videos

Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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Instructions

• 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 Information

• Name
• Marital status
• Gender
• Passport
• Date of Birth
• Place of Birth
• Country of Residence
• Nationality
• Mobile Number
• Immigration status
  

Need for the Document

This permit is necessary for any foreign residents in Ethiopia to engage in mining related activities.

Information which might help

• 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/Certificate

Please explain what other uses of obtaining this document / certificate are.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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