Application for a mineral dealer license in Kenya

The Mining Act in Kenya provides that "a person shall not engage in mineral dealing without a mineral license or Permit". The application for the mineral dealer and trading license or permit is done via the Cadastre system.
If you wish to deal in minerals in Kenya, you must apply for a mineral dealer license from the Ministry of Petroleum and Mining. Trading in minerals in Kenya requires careful planning, due diligence and attention to detail.

It is important to note that dealing in minerals in Kenya without a valid mineral dealer license is illegal. Therefore, it is imperative to follow the proper application process and obtain a valid license before engaging in any mineral trading activities in Kenya.

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If you are interested in dealing in minerals in Kenya, you must obtain a mining dealer license from the Ministry of Mining. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a mining dealer license in Kenya

Application of a mineral dealer license in Kenya.

1. Register your company. The first step in applying for a mineral or mining dealer license Kenya is to process a company registration certificate. This proves that your company is legally registered in Kenya and is authorized to conduct business activities.
2. Identify the minerals you intend to deal in. Note that most minerals require different permits and or licenses.
3. You must be Tax registered and posses a valid tax compliance certificate.
4. You can apply for a mineral dealer license by executing the application and submitting it to the Ministry of Mining.

Requirements of a mineral dealer license in Kenya.

The process of registration a mineral dealer license in Kenya involves the following steps:

1. Registration Certificate. You must have a registered business in Kenya, with a valid registration certificate.
2. Tax compliance. You must have a valid tax compliance certificate.
3. Proof of financial capacity. You must demonstrate that you have sufficient financial capacity to conduct mineral trading Business. This can be in the form of bank statements, financial reports or other documentation
4. Foreign nationals must posses a work permit or investor permit.
5. Contact information of the applicant. IE.
   • Postal address.
   • Email address
   • Telephone number
   • Registered address.
6. Business plan. You must produce a comprehensive business plan that outlines your mineral trading experience and activities.

Application process for mineral dealer in Kenya.

All applications for mineral dealers in Kenya must register Online for access to the Kenya Mining Cadastre Portal. The application must be accompanied by the prescribed documents, in digital form, which will be uploaded on the self-registration page.

Verification of dealer license in Kenya.

You are advised to contact the Ministry of Petroleum and Mining, State Department for Mining for verification all dealer and mineral license prior to any trade.

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