NOC for Mining Lease
Reform IDK642
DescriptionBefore: Businesses seeking to undertake mineral extraction are required to obtain a Mining License (ML) from the Minerals Development Department. The licensing framework requires investors to first secure a Prospecting License before applying for a Mining License, creating a multi-stage approval process that increases regulatory complexity, documentation requirements, compliance costs, and the time required to commence mining operations.
DepartmentKhyber Pakhtunkhwa Minerals Development Department
Jurisdiction / LocationKhyber Pakhtunkhwa
SectorMines and Minerals
Start Date04-02-2026
Target Deadline
Date Enacted
Implementation StatusIn Progress
Progress 0%
CCORR Direction
Cost Savings PKR (Mil.)
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