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Oil and gas exploration and drilling licensing
This service enables beneficiaries to submit a request for the study and environmental impact assessment of oil and gas exploration projects, from the initial survey stages to the operational and production phases and other related activities, to ensure that these projects comply with the environmental standards and regulations prior to the issuance of the permit. The request can be submitted and tracked electronically.
Service Conditions
- Having an active commercial register (for commercial use) in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Required Attachments
- A duly completed application form EA-10
- A copy of a valid commercial register cr
- Clear photographs of the site (interior and exterior), taken from multiple angles, showing the surrounding activities relative to the work site
- Any additional documents or attachments that may be required in accordance with regulatory procedures
Legal Regulations
- Ministerial Order No. 1 of 1998 regarding the environmental assessment of projects
- Ministerial Order No. (4) of 2021 regarding the fees of the licenses and services provided by the Supreme Council for Environment
- Law (7) of year 2022 regarding the environment and all ministerial decisions and laws under it
Fees
- 100 BHD : Initial Assessment; or 200 BD for fast track applications
- 200 BHD : fast-track applications
- 100 BHD : Study Scope Phase;
- 500 BHD : Fast Truck Application
- 4000 BHD : Environmental Impact Assessment Phase
- 6000 BHD : Environmental Impact Assessment Phase - Fast Truck
Payment Methods
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
Process Time
- 10 Working Days : Provided that all required data and documents are received Except for projects subject to the preparation of an Environmental Impact Assessment Study
Service Provider
Supreme Council for Environment
