Apply for an exploration licence
An exploration licence gives the licence holder exclusive rights to explore for specific minerals within the specified licence area.
No mining activities can be undertaken on an exploration licence.
If you're applying for an exploration licence, you need to include the following information:
- A map showing the boundaries of the application area (scale 1:100 000).
- The major mineral/s of interest.
- Details of the work program for each year of the licence.
Detailed information on what you need to include in your application is available in the Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) (Mineral Industries) Regulations 2019:
Submit your application online
You can submit and manage most minerals licence or work authority applications and variations online using our Resources Rights Allocation and Management (RRAM) portal.
If you are unsure of your RRAM login details, please email RRAM.support@deeca.vic.gov.au.
More Information
- Step-by-step guide to the exploration licence application form
- Exploration licence guidelines
- Code of practice for mineral exploration
- Renew or vary an exploration licence
- Notice of application for an exploration licence
[MS Word Document - 61.3 KB] - Notice of intention to commence exploration work on a licence
Page last updated: 28 May 2025