Artisanal Mining License

Artisanal Mining License Overview

An Artisanal Mining License may be issued only to persons of Khmer nationality for the purpose of conducting the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources by using locally available common instruments and their own labour, or with the help of family members, not exceeding seven persons.

Artisanal miners may explore and exploit mineral resources found only in a loose state in silt, gravel, sand, or rock, within a demarcated area no larger than one hectare, and to a maximum depth of five meters.

The Artisanal Mining License is currently under the supervision of the sub-national administration of the respective provinces.

Applicants who wish to apply for an Artisanal Mining License can find more information by referring to Prakas 321 MME.BKr.