South Africa - Apply for a Mining Right
ProcedureEdit
Apply Online
- To apply for a Mining Right online, the applicant has to visit the following link: Link
- If you already have an account, enter Username and Password in respective fields and click “Login” button. Otherwise, click “Create new login” button.
- Complete all the sections in the Registration page with relevant details and click “Submit” button. After successful registration, click “here” button in next page to continue.
- Now you will be redirected to the login page, login using your Email ID and password and click “Login” button. In the homepage, click on “New Application - Form D” option under “Mining rights” tab.
- Before you proceed with your application, please go through the information that is listed in the first page in order to make sure you understand the process you will follow for your application.
- After that, select the check box and the click “I Accept” button to proceed. In step 1, enter all your general information and details of commodities as applicable and click “Next” button.
- In the next step, select the check box and click “Next” button to proceed. Likewise, complete all the steps by entering the required information and clicking “Next” button.
- Also upload the required documents by following the on-screen instructions and proceed further.
- Once completed, submit the application by clicking the applicable button and complete the submission process. Make the payment as directed in the application module.
- If the system accepts the application, you will be notified. You must then notify and consult all interested and affected parties within 180 days from the date of the notice.
Required DocumentsEdit
- Details of the land or area
- Mining work programme
- Documentary proof of the applicant's technical ability and financial resources
- Completed Application for Environmental Authorization
- Detailed financing plan
- Title deed or deeds in respect of land
- Existing rights
- Social and labour plan
- Receipt for fees payment
- Copy of identity document
- Incorporation certificate certified copy
- Certified copy of the certificate to commence business
- Other supporting documents (as required)
Office Locations & ContactsEdit
Department of Mineral and Energy - Head Office
Physical Address: Trevenna Campus, Building 2C,
C/o Meintjes & Francis Baard Street
South Africa,
Postal Address : Private Bag X59
ARCADIA
0007,
South Africa
Tel No:(012) 444 - 30000
Fax: +27 12 329 1000
Enquiries: [email protected]
Website:Link
EligibilityEdit
- Any person living in South Africa, who wants to mine minerals in a certain part of area, can apply.
- The person applying should possess a valid identity document.
- The concerned mining organisation must have a proper Incorporation Certificate.
FeesEdit
You can approach the authorities for fees details or the amount of fees that you should pay will be prompted during application lodging process.
ValidityEdit
It depends upon user’s requirement. A mining right may not exceed a period of 30 years.
Documents to UseEdit
Mining work programme template: Link
Financial & tech ability template: Link
Scoping Template: Link
BEE Template: Link
S&EIR and EMPr: Link
Social Labour Plan: Link
Application for Environmental Authorization: Link
Sample DocumentsEdit
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Processing TimeEdit
Refer the following link: Link
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InstructionsEdit
- An application for environmental authorisation must also be completed and attached with the application form for mining right.
- Also, all the available templates should be properly completed and attached with the application form for further processes.
Required InformationEdit
- Particulars of the applicant
- Identity document number
- Incorporate certificate number
- Commodity details
- Particulars of the mineral
- Consultant details
- Company details
- Banking details
- Financial information
- Scoping details
Need for the DocumentEdit
You need to obtain permission from the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy to mine minerals within a certain area. This is granted by way of a mining right.
Information which might helpEdit
Refer: Link
Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate. e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.
External LinksEdit
OthersEdit
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