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 Legislation | Albania | 2006 Keyword: Mining, Pollution control Source: FAO, FAOLEX Repealed by Law No. 10304 dated 15.7.2010 on the mineral sector in the Republic of Albania.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