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Mineral permits map viewer

The map viewer "Mineral permits map" shows valid, applied and expired exploration and exploration permits.

A type of drill used in mines to drill into the rock. The drill is attached to a tractor-like vehicle. Photo.

Photo: Boliden.

Mines in Sweden

How many mines are there in Sweden?

Photo: Esko Daniel/SGU.

Exploration permit - what does it mean?

In Sweden anyone intending to explore or mine a mineral deposit may be granted a permit to do so under the Minerals Act, regardless of who owns the land.

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Contact the Mining Inspectorate

Our address, phone and e-mail

The Mining Inspectorate (Bergsstaten) has its office in Luleå.

Why legislation on minerals?

Exploitation of minerals is in the national interest.

Sweden's national interest in minerals exploitation derives from the fact that it provides raw materials for the production of a very large proportion of everything an industrial society needs.

The Mining Inspectorate of Sweden is responsible for issuing permits for exploration and mining

The Inspectorate is headed by the Chief Mining Inspector who decides on matters falling under the Minerals Act.

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