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Mining License in Laos
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At a Glance
Who Needs This
Investors that have received an investment license and signed a mining development concession agreement.
Conditions and thresholds
- Apply to the Department of Mining Management.
- Sign or renew the Mining Development Concession Agreement.
- Obtain an investment license.
- Fulfill contract obligations, where the application is outside the timeframe.
Documents to Prepare
The government record lists the following for a first application:
- Information Sheet
- Photo (3×4)
- Copy of ID
- Investment License
- Enterprise Registration Certificate
The authority may ask for more, and foreign documents may need translation or notarization.
Fees and Timing
| Service (kip) | Certificate (kip) | Application (kip) | Total (kip) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First issue | 0 | 300,000 | 0 | 300,000 |
| Renewal | 0 | 300,000 | 0 | 300,000 |
The record cites Ordinance 003/PO, Chapter III, Article 18.
Counted from receipt of the application. Listed time: 30 days.
NED now cites Ordinance 002/PO (2021) for registration fees, so confirm the current amount here too.
Legal Basis
| Instrument | Number | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Law on Mineral (Amended) | 31/NA | 3 Nov 2017 |
| Presidential Ordinance on Fees and Service Fees | 003/PO | 26 Dec 2012 |
AQQOUNT Guidance
This record dates from 2017. Published news has discussed limits on new mining approvals, so confirm current policy with the ministry before you spend on a project.
See all Mining & Quarrying licenses, or open the official record: Mining License.