Minerals - Change a permit [APP-02]
Apply for a change of minerals, an extension of land, a change of conditions, an extension of duration, an appraisal extension (exploration permit only) or a partial surrender.
Use this form to apply for:
- a change of minerals
- an extension of land
- a change to conditions
- an extension of duration
- an appraisal extension
- a partial surrender
How to apply
You need to provide a completed application form and supporting information.
Fill out your application form online or email it to us
Apply online using the online permitting system. To do this, you will need authority to view the permit information online. You will already have this is you are a current permit participant or a permit administrator.
Or complete a change application form (APP-02) and email it to us at nzpam@mbie.govt.nz.
Download Application form APP-02 [PDF 514KB]
The form must be accompanied by a copy or copies of application form APP-10 for each permit participant that is not you as an individual.
Download Application form APP-10 [PDF 374KB]
Compile any supporting documents
You need to provide supporting information with your permit application. Your application may be delayed or rejected if you don’t provide all the information needed to support your application. Refer to the relevant application type in the table below for further information.
NZP&M does not accept manual credit card payments on applications.
| Application Type | Fees (Including 15% GST) |
|---|---|
| Change of minerals | |
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We have created supporting information templates to help you apply to change the minerals. The supporting information template you use will depend on whether your permit is a prospecting or exploration permit, or a mining permit. We suggest you complete the relevant template and attach it to your online application or email it to us alongside your application form. Supporting information for a change of minerals for a prospecting or exploration permit [DOCX 545KB] Supporting information for change of minerals for a Tier 2 mining permit [DOCX 541KB] We are in the process of creating a supporting information template to help you apply for a change of minerals for a Tier 1 mining permit. In the meantime, refer to the following documents when gathering supporting information for your application: Minerals application guide [XLSX 25KB] Minerals programme for minerals (excluding petroleum) 2013 [PDF 2.6MB] |
$3,478.75 |
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You must apply for an extension of land at least 90 days before the permit expires. We have created supporting information templates to help you apply for an extension of land. The template you use will depend on whether your permit is a prospecting or exploration permit, or a mining permit. We suggest you complete the relevant template and attach it to your online application or email it to us alongside your application form. Supporting information for applying for an extension of land for a Tier 2 mining permit [DOCX 540KB] We are in the process of creating a supporting information template to help you apply for an extension of land for a Tier 1 mining permit. In the meantime, refer to the following documents when gathering supporting information for your application: Minerals application guide [XLSX 25KB] Minerals programme for minerals (excluding petroleum) 2013 [PDF 2.6MB] |
$3,478.75 |
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You must apply not later than 90 days before the “due date”, which is either:
We are in the process of creating supporting information templates to help you apply for a change of conditions. In the meantime, refer to the following documents when gathering supporting information for your application: Minerals application guide [XLSX 25KB] Minerals programme for minerals (excluding petroleum) 2013 [PDF 2.6MB] |
$3,478.75 |
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To extend the duration of a mining permit you must apply at least 6 months before the expiry of the permit. To extend the duration of all other permits you must apply at least 90 days before the day the permit expires. If the Minister is satisfied there are compelling reasons why the permit holder could not comply with the above timeframe, the application may be received at a later date, but not later than the expiry date of the permit. We have created supporting information templates to help you apply for an extension of duration. The template you use will depend on whether your permit is a prospecting permit, an exploration permit, or a mining permit. We suggest you complete the relevant template and attach it to your online application or email it to us alongside your application form. We are in the process of creating a supporting information template to help you apply for an extension of duration for a Tier 1 mining permit. In the meantime, refer to the following documents when gathering supporting information for your application: Minerals application guide [XLSX 25KB] Minerals programme for minerals (excluding petroleum) 2013 [PDF 2.6MB] |
$3,478.75 |
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Appraisal extensions will only be granted where a discovery has been made during the current term of the permit and there is insufficient time to appraise the discovery. An application for an appraisal extension of duration will not be granted for the purpose of general exploration work. Applications for an appraisal extension of duration to an exploration permit must be made at least 6 months before the permit’s expiry date. If the Minister is satisfied there are compelling reasons why the permit holder could not comply with the above timeframe, the application may be received at a later date, but not later than expiry date of the permit. We have created a supporting information template to help you apply for an appraisal extension of duration. We suggest you complete the relevant template and attach it to your online application or email it to us alongside your application form. |
$4,427.50 |
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This form is to be used to apply for a partial surrender of a permit. For full surrenders, please use form APP-03. Please note that partial surrenders take effect on the date application is accepted, i.e. when the Minister makes the decision not on the day the application is lodged with NZP&M. Note: Partial surrenders may not be accepted where there is money or reports owing on the permit. The surrender of a permit does not release the permit participant from any liability in respect of the permit up to the date of the surrender or any act under the permit up to the date of surrender giving rise to a cause of action. We have created a supporting information template to help you apply for a partial surrender of a permit. We suggest you complete the template and attach it to your online application or email it to us alongside your application form. Supporting information for applying for a partial surrender [DOCX 540KB] |
No fee |