Brazil - Obtain Mineral Extraction Record

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Obtain Mineral Extraction Record, the applicant has to approach the Agência Nacional de Mineração (ANM), National Mining Agency 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. 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. Then the application will be processed further. They will assess the reasons for seeking a mineral and verify the provided documentation.
10. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
11. The applicant has to be prepared for inspections and audits by regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with all regulations.
12. This entire process can be completed within 20 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Mining Plan (Plano de Aproveitamento Econômico - PAE)
• Environmental Impact Assessment (Estudo de Impacto Ambiental - EIA) and Environmental Impact Report (Relatório de Impacto Ambiental - RIMA)
• Mining License or Concession
• Proof of Land Ownership or Land Use Rights
• Geological and Geotechnical Reports
• Financial Records and Proof of Financial Responsibility
• Safety and Health Plans
• Community Engagement and Social Responsibility Plans
• Technical and Operational Plans
• Proof of Compliance with Environmental Regulations
• Tax and Fee Payments
• Environmental License
• Proof of Legal Entity
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

National Mining Agency


Agência Nacional de Mineração (ANM)
Address: SAF Sul, Quadra 01, Conjunto B, Edifício ANM,
CEP: 70070-600, Brasília, DF, Brazil
Phone: +55 61 3312-6700
ANM Brasilia: (61) 3312-6611
Email: [email protected]
Contact link
Regional office link

Eligibility

The Brazilian Mining Code (Estatuto do Minerio) regulates the exploration and mining of minerals in Brazil. According to the Code, the following entities are eligible to obtain a Mineral Extraction Record (MER):

• Brazilian citizens or legal entities duly constituted in Brazil;
• Foreign citizens or legal entities that have a Brazilian subsidiary;
• International organizations that have a permanent representative office in Brazil.

Fees

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

Validity

• The MER is a renewable permit that is valid for a period of 30 years.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 20 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
• Surname
• Address
• ZIP code
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Email
• Nationality
• Education details
• Mailing address
• Other details
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A Mineral Extraction Record (MER) is a permit issued by the National Mining Agency (ANM) of Brazil that allows the holder to extract minerals from a specific area. The MER is a renewable permit that is valid for a period of 30 years.

Information which might help

Here are some of the benefits of obtaining a MER in Brazil:

• It gives the holder the legal right to extract minerals from a specific area.
• It provides the holder with security of tenure, as the MER is a renewable permit.
• It allows the holder to access financial resources, as banks and other financial institutions are more likely to lend money to entities that have a MER.
• It helps to improve the environmental performance of the mining activity, as the holder is required to have an environmental management plan.

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

• The MER holder is responsible for complying with all applicable laws and regulations governing mining activities in Brazil. The ANM has the authority to inspect and monitor mining activities to ensure compliance with the law.