Philippines - Apply for Compensation for Damages Caused by Mining Operations

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To apply for Compensation for Damages Caused by Mining Operations, the applicant has to approach the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) offices link The applicant has click on the region to find nearby offices.
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
10. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
11. After successful verification the authority will issue the claim.
12. This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application Form
• Duly certified proof of ownership of land; e.g., latest tax declaration, perfected land title, homestead, and free patent
• Receipt of expenditures for improvements made in the affected property(ies)
• In case of representative, a special power of attorney signed by concerned parties
• Pictures, maps, sketches, if possible
• Other evidences

Office Locations & Contacts

Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Philippines
Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB)
MGB Compound, North Avenue,
Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines
Telephone: (02)920-91 20/(02)920-91 36/(02)667-67 00
Email: [email protected]

MGB Regional Office No. 1 - San Fernando City, La Union
Government Center, Sevilla, City of San Fernando, La Union
Tel. No.: (072) 242-1123 / (072) 242-6129
Email: [email protected]

MGB Regional Office No. 2 - Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
Maura, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
Tel. No.: (078) 846-2023
Email: [email protected]

MGB Regional Office No. 3 - City of San Fernando, Pampanga
DM Consunji Building, Diosdado Macapagal Government Center,
Maimpis, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Tel. No.: (045) 455-1266 / (045) 455-2221
Email: [email protected]

MGB Regional Office No. 4A - Quezon City, Metro Manila
North Avenue corner Agham Road, Diliman, Quezon City
Tel. No.: (02) 8925-6041 / (02) 8925-6042
Email: [email protected]

MGB Regional Office No. 7 - Cebu City, Cebu
Gorordo Avenue, Lahug, Cebu City
Tel. No.: (032) 232-3184 / (032) 231-8648
Email: [email protected]
Website link
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Note: The applicant has click on the region to find nearby offices

Eligibility

• Any individual who intends to Apply for Compensation for Damages Caused by Mining Operations is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name of the applicant
• Address
• City
• State
• Postal code
• Email
• Location:
• Date of occurrence of damage(s)
• Nature/extent and description
• Nature/extent and description of damage:
• Value of damage(s)
• Cause(s)/Source(s) of Damage(s)

Need for the Document

• Compensation for damages caused by mining operations in the Philippines is provided under the Philippine Mining Act of 1995. The act mandates mining companies to provide compensation for damages caused by their operations to individuals, communities, and the environment.

Information which might help

• If a mining company causes damage, the affected individuals or communities can file a claim for compensation. The mining company is then required to provide evidence that it has the financial resources to pay for the damages. If the mining company cannot provide sufficient evidence, the government can use the financial guarantee to provide compensation to the affected individuals or communities.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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

External Links

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Others

• In addition to compensation for damages caused by mining operations, the Philippine Mining Act also provides for the equitable sharing of benefits between mining companies and affected communities. This includes revenue sharing and the provision of social and economic programs to improve the lives of affected communities.