South Australia - Apply for Mineral Exploration Licenses

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Mineral Exploration Licenses, the applicant has to approach the Department for Energy and Mining link or Department of Industry, Science and Resource link
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. In many cases, you will need to engage with relevant stakeholders, including traditional landowners or indigenous groups, local communities, and other interested parties. Consultation and negotiation processes vary depending on the jurisdiction and the presence of indigenous land rights.
7. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
8. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
9. 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.
10. Then the application will be processed further.
11. The assessment process may involve technical evaluations, environmental impact assessments, and consideration of competing applications.
12. If your application is successful, you will receive an exploration license or permit from the regulatory authority.
13. The license will specify the terms and conditions of the exploration, including the duration, area, reporting requirements, and any additional obligations or restrictions.
14. This entire process can be completed within 1 or 2 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Exploration Proposal
• Work Program and Budget
• Maps and Plans
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Financial and Technical Capacity
• Consultation and Stakeholder Engagement
• Compliance Documentation
• Any additional documents or certifications (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Department for Energy and Mining
Level 4, 11 Waymouth Street, Adelaide
GPO Box 320, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel: +61 8 8463 3000
Email: [email protected]
Contact link

Department of Industry, Science and Resource
National Office: Industry House, 10 Binara Street, Canberra (in the CBD)
Postal address: Department of Industry, Science and Resources, GPO Box 2013, Canberra, ACT, 2601
Switchboard: +61 2 6213 6000
Fax: +61 2 9094 2221
Contact link

Eligibility

• The applicant must be financially capable to ensure the applicant can cover the costs associated with exploration activities (providing evidence of financial resources, such as bank statements, assets, or access to funding).
• The applicant need to show that they have the necessary technical expertise to conduct mineral exploration activities (relevant qualifications, experience, or employing professionals with appropriate expertise).

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 1 or 2 weeks 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
• Sure name
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Residential Address
• Residential No
• Mobile No
• Email Address
• Medical details
• Fax
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• In Australia, a Mineral Exploration License (MEL) is a legal authorization granted by the relevant regulatory authority to individuals or companies that wish to conduct exploration activities for minerals.
• This license allows the holder to explore a specific area of land in search of mineral deposits or occurrences.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• Mineral exploration licenses are essential for companies or individuals involved in prospecting and identifying potential mineral resources. These licenses provide the right to access and explore a designated area to assess the presence, quality, and economic viability of minerals.