Mining Support Services
Licensing, compliance and logistics for Zambia's mining sector.
Overview
Zambia's mining sector runs on licences, environmental approvals and export permits that are easy to get wrong. We support small-scale miners, mineral traders and exploration companies with licence applications through the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, environmental impact documentation, and the export compliance paperwork required for mineral trading.
Services Included
- ✓ Mining licence and permit applications (exploration, small-scale mining)
- ✓ Environmental Impact Assessment coordination
- ✓ Mineral export documentation and compliance
- ✓ Liaison with the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development
- ✓ Mining company registration and compliance bundling with PACRA/ZRA
Who This Is For
- • Small-scale miners formalising operations
- • Mineral traders and exporters
- • Exploration companies entering Zambia
- • Investors evaluating mining opportunities
Typical Timeline
6-12 weeks for licence applications depending on licence category and site verification.
Our Process
- 1
Scoping consultation
We confirm the licence category your operation needs and what site data is required.
- 2
Documentation
We prepare licence applications and coordinate any required environmental assessment.
- 3
Submission & liaison
We submit to the Ministry of Mines and follow up through to a decision.
- 4
Compliance bundling
We register the operating company and its tax/statutory obligations alongside the licence.
- 5
Ongoing compliance
Renewal reminders and export documentation support as operations continue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you help with export permits for minerals?
Yes, we prepare the export compliance documentation required alongside your mining and trading licences.
Can you assist exploration companies new to Zambia?
Yes - we handle both the mining licence process and the underlying company registration and tax setup.