Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources

Royal Decree No. (A/472) dated 12/29/1440 AH, corresponding to August 30, 2019 was issued establishing the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, and transferring competencies, tasks and responsibilities related to the industrial and mineral resources sectors to it. Provided that the ministry begins its duties as of 1/1/2020 AD.

Our Vision

For the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to become a magnet for high-quality industrial and mining investments.

Statistics

A glimpse of industrial and mining indications for June 2026

14,228: Total industrial facilities
3,215: Total mining licenses

Ministry Services

Services of the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources

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Querying transactions

To facilitate the process of tracking the progress and status of transactions

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Mining Licenses Amendment

The license amendment service allows the licensee to amend the minerals or increase the license area. Which supports the investor to achieve exploration or exploitation goals based on operational findings.

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Mining Licenses Transfer

This service allows the holder of a license (exploration or exploitation) to transfer their license to another eligible investor. This process is overseen by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources to ensure compliance with legal, financial, and technical standards.

Mining Sector

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Querying transactions

To facilitate the process of tracking the progress and status of transactions

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Mining Licenses Amendment

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Mining Licenses Transfer

Mining Sector

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Renew Industrial License - Establishment

For licenses in the establishment stage. Extends license validity for up to five years upon meeting all requirements.

Industrial Sector

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Export Permit

This service allows license holders to export minerals and ores for commercial purposes, ensuring compliance with regulations and technical standards. Non-license holders can also apply for export if they meet specific conditions.

Mining Sector

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Customs Exemption for Raw Materials

This service enables licensed industrial establishments to obtain a customs exemption for raw materials during the setup phase for experimental production in limited quantities, with the full licensed quantities granted in the production phase.

Industrial Sector

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