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Law No. 7796 on the mineral resources of Albania.

Country/Territory
Albania
Document type
Legislation
Date
1994
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Mineral resources
Keyword
Environmental planning Mining Soil rehabilitation Enforcement/compliance Authorization/permit Policy/planning
Geographical area
Europe, Europe and Central Asia, Mediterranean, Southern Europe
Entry into force notes
This Law shall enter into force 15 days after publication.
Abstract

This Law defines the relationship between the State and persons or organizations involved in mineral exploration and removal. Petroleum and natural gas are not covered by this Law (art. 4). All minerals in all locations in Albania are owned by the State (art. 8). It governs all existing mineral licences. Mineral licences may be transferred among organizations (arts. 11 and 12). The Minister responsible for minerals implements the law (art. 15). Other provisions include rights licensed for various stages of exploration and removal, which vary according to six mineral classes (arts. 21 to 87). General obligations are settled for licence holders, relating to selecting of (preference given to Albanian citizens) and training employers work conditions, environmental protection, rehabilitation of land, etc. (arts. 89 to 99). Measures to encourage private investments are discussed in articles 100 and 101. Punishments for mineral activities conducted without a valid licence, and conditions under which the Minister may withdraw a license are specified in articles 105 to 108.

Full text
Albanian

References - Legislation

Amended by

Law No. 9261 amending and supplementing Law No. 7796 of 1994 on the mineral resources of Albania.

Legislation | Albania | 2004

Keyword: Mining, Soil rehabilitation, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Law No. 9667 amending and supplementing Law No. 7796 of 1994 on the mineral resources of Albania.

Legislation | Albania | 2006

Keyword: Mining, Pollution control

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Law No. 10304 dated 15.7.2010 on the mineral sector in the Republic of Albania.

Legislation | Albania | 2010

Keyword: Exploration, Management/conservation, Minerals, Mining

Source: FAO, FAOLEX