RE: 20,000oz Annual Gold Production. Information all from RNS.6 Mar 2026 16:06
Yes, you can obtain a trial mining license (known in Brazil as a Guia de Utilização or GU) for gold and other minerals. This permit allows for the extraction and commercialization of mineral substances before a full mining concession is granted.
Key Requirements for a Trial Mining License (GU)
The GU is an exceptional permit issued by the Agência Nacional de Mineração (ANM) during the exploration phase.
Existing Exploration Permit: You must already hold a valid Exploration Permit (Autorização de Pesquisa) for the specific area.
Justification: You must demonstrate a technical or economic need to mine at a trial scale, such as for industrial testing, market analysis, or to help fund ongoing exploration.
Production Limits: GUs typically limit the amount of material that can be processed. For example, recent gold projects in Pará have been granted GUs for up to 50,000 to 100,000 tonnes of ore per year.
Environmental Licensing: Even with ANM approval, you must obtain an Environmental Operating License (Licença de Operação or GUOL) from the relevant state environmental agency (e.g., SEMAS in Pará) before activities begin.
Validity: Licenses are generally valid for 1 to 3 years and may be renewed at the discretion of the ANM.
Legal Eligibility
Entity Type: Licenses are only granted to Brazilian individuals or companies incorporated under Brazilian Law with their headquarters and administration in Brazil.
Foreign Investment: While the company must be Brazilian-registered, there are generally no strict limits on foreign investment/ownership, except in designated Border Areas (within 150km of the national border), where at least 51% of capital must be Brazilian-owned.