Côte d'Ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire

Adopts a mining code

04 Mar 2014

The code extends the period for holding permits from seven to 10 years, with the possibility of prolonging by a further two years. It also stipulates that future permit areas would be reduced to 400 square kilometres from 1,000 square kilometres. It does not contain a controversial tax on windfall profits.

Nature of measure:
  • Other regulatory changes
Type:
  • Entry and establishment (Approval and admission - other, Other)
  • Treatment and operation (Operational conditions)
Industry:
  • Primary (Mining and quarrying)
Inward FDI:
No
Outward FDI:
No
Sources: