License Types

The exploration license gives the investor the right to explore for specifiers minerals in the specified area through surface mining and geophysical/geochemical analysis.

Small mine license gives the investor the right to mine and exploit the specified Classes A & B minerals. In addition, it allows the investor to transfer and sell the exploited minerals along with full operational rights.

Building materials quarry license gives the investor the right to mine and exploit the specified Class C minerals. In addition, it allows the investor to transfer and sell the exploited minerals along with full operational rights.

Mining license gives the investor the right to mine and exploit the specified Classes A & B minerals. In addition, it allows the investor to transfer and sell the exploited minerals along with full operational rights.

The reconnaissance license allows investors to reconnoiter for targeted minerals by visiting the chosen areas. In addition, the license allows investors to collect samples from the designated land, and the license gives access to the relevant data and maps from Saudi Geological Survey (SGS).

The surplus raw materials license enables the transportation of mineral ores belonging to Category (C) from the site to external locations for the purpose of selling or utilizing them, on the condition that they are located within project sites or privately owned lands.

The license allows the investor holding the mining license or small mining to establish facilities or use lands outside the license site for the purpose of achieving public objectives.