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 Geographical area Europe, 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 variou 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 Legislation | Albania | 2004 | Repealed Keyword: Mining, Soil rehabilitation, Authorization/permit Source: FAO, FAOLEX Law No. 9667 amending and supplementing Law No. 7796 of 1994 on the mineral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 Legislation | Albania | 2006 | Repealed Keyword: Mining, Pollution control Source: FAO, FAOLEX Repealed by Law No. 10304 dated 15.7.2010 on the mineral sector in the Republic of Albania.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