You will need this licence to carry on petroleum exploration operations in the authority area.
Please note, the holder of a special prospecting authority can undertake oil and gas exploration operations in the authority area but cannot make a well.
A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.
A special prospecting authority may be granted over any block(s) so long as no exploration permit, retention lease or production licence is in force over the block(s).
Up to 180 days
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Please consult the responsible agency for information on fees to be submitted with your application.
Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2010 Victoria
Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Regulations 2021 Victoria
This authority cannot be renewed or transferred.
You can submit and manage most minerals licence or work authority applications and variations online using the Resources Rights Allocation and Management (RRAM) portal.
Resources Victoria
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Offshore Oil and Gas Authorities (Opens in new window)
