Mining & Natural Resources Legal Counsel for Strategic Projects

Oulamine Law Group advises investors, mining operators and extractive companies on securing mining titles, contracts and operations in Casablanca, Morocco and across Africa.

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Mining & Natural Resources Lawyer in Casablanca, Morocco

Morocco has one of Africa’s most resource-rich subsoils, with major phosphate reserves as well as deposits of base metals, precious metals and industrial minerals. This resource base attracts international investors, mining operators and specialist investment funds within a legal framework modernised by Law No. 33-13 on mining, which replaced the former 1951 regime.

Oulamine Law Group advises clients at every stage of a mining project, from obtaining mining titles such as exploration authorisations, exploration permits and operating licences through to production, including transaction structuring, due diligence and, where necessary, dispute resolution. From Casablanca, the firm advises mining companies, quarry operators, foreign investors, investment funds and public institutions, combining knowledge of Moroccan law with familiarity with international standards in the extractive industries.

Our team advises on Moroccan administrative procedures involving the Ministry responsible for Mines, ONHYM (Office National des Hydrocarbures et des Mines) and the land registry authorities, as well as mining-sector contractual structures such as joint ventures, production-sharing arrangements, farm-in/farm-out agreements, transfers and leases of mining titles.

M. Reda Oulamine

– Lawyer

Our Legal Services

Mining & Natural Resources Legal Services in Casablanca

From exploration permits to production, we advise investors and mining operators at every stage of mining and natural resources projects in Casablanca and across Morocco.

Mining Titles & Permits

We assist clients with obtaining, renewing and transferring exploration authorisations, exploration permits and operating licences, with attention to compliance under Law 33-13 and its implementing framework.

Permits

Mining Due Diligence & Acquisitions

Before acquiring mining assets or interests in a mining company, we review mining titles, contractual commitments, environmental liabilities and regulatory risks.

Due diligence

Mining Contracts & Operating Structures

Negotiation and drafting of mining agreements, joint ventures, production-sharing arrangements and farm-in/farm-out agreements adapted to international extractive-industry practice.

Contracts

Environmental Compliance & Quarrying

Assistance with environmental impact assessment procedures, quarry operating authorisations and site rehabilitation obligations at the end of operations.

Environment

Investment Structuring

Advice to foreign investors on suitable investment vehicles, transaction structuring and legal protections applicable to mining projects in Morocco.

Investment

Mining Litigation & Arbitration

Representation before Moroccan courts and in international arbitration involving mining, land and investment disputes.

Disputes

MINING INVESTMENT IN MOROCCO

Morocco's mining sector extends beyond phosphates to the exploration and development of base metals, precious metals and other mineral resources, attracting growing international investor interest.

Legal structuring of mining projects and investment vehicles
Legal security of mining titles and operating agreements
Due diligence before acquisitions or equity investments
Environmental and tax compliance for mining projects

Why Oulamine Law Group

Mining Law Expertise for Projects in Casablanca & Morocco

Mining Sector Expertise

Knowledge of Morocco's mining legal framework, including Law 33-13 and practical procedures involving ONHYM and the Ministry responsible for Mines.

Litigation & Arbitration Experience

Representation in mining and land disputes before Moroccan courts and in international arbitration proceedings.

Multilingual Legal Support

A team working in French, Arabic and English to assist Moroccan and international clients in their preferred business language.

International Reach

A firm connected with international networks and partners to support cross-border mining projects and foreign investors.

Integrated Legal Approach

An integrated approach bringing together mining, environmental, tax and business-law expertise relevant to mining projects.

End-to-End Project Support

Legal support throughout the mining lifecycle, from exploration and title acquisition through production and site closure.

Representative Matters

Mining & Natural Resources Matters We Advise On

Assistance to an operator with obtaining a mining exploration permit.

PERMITS

Legal and environmental due diligence for the acquisition of an operating licence.

DUE DILIGENCE

Structuring a joint venture between a foreign investor and a local operator.

JOINT VENTURE

Assistance to a mining company in a land dispute connected with a mining title.

DISPUTE

FAQ

FAQ — Mining & Natural Resources Law in Morocco

What mining titles exist in Morocco?

Moroccan mining law under Law 33-13 distinguishes between exploration authorisations, exploration permits and operating licences. Each corresponds to a different stage of the mining cycle and carries specific rights and obligations.

Who can obtain a mining permit in Morocco?

Exploration permits and operating licences are reserved for legal entities incorporated under Moroccan law. A foreign investor must therefore establish a Moroccan company to hold and operate the mining project.

Are phosphates subject to a special legal regime in Morocco?

Yes. The exploration, prospecting and exploitation of phosphates are subject to a specific State-controlled regime, distinct from the ordinary legal framework applying to other mineral substances.

Can a mining title be transferred to another operator?

Yes. Exploration permits and operating licences may be transferred or leased, provided that the transferee satisfies the legal conditions applicable to the title and that the transaction is duly registered with the competent land registry authorities.

What is the difference between mining law and quarrying law in Morocco?

Mining law governs substances classified as mineral products, while quarrying activities such as sand, aggregates and ornamental stone are subject to a separate legal regime governed by Law 27-13.

What are the main legal risks of a mining project in Morocco?

Key risks may involve the validity and scope of mining titles, environmental compliance, relations with neighbouring landowners and applicable taxation, which is why thorough legal due diligence is important before an acquisition or investment.

Does the firm handle mining disputes and international arbitration?

Yes. Oulamine Law Group represents clients before Moroccan courts and in international arbitration proceedings involving mining, land or investment disputes.

Contact
6 Rue Abdeslam Khattabi, Résidence Walili 6, Apt. 1, 1st Floor, Quartier 2 Mars, Casablanca, Morocco
Email Address
reda@labseo.net
Telephone
+212 6 61 31 69 13
Office Hours
Mon. – Fri. | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Every enquiry is handled with the strictest confidentiality.

Contact Oulamine Law Group in Casablanca for more information or to schedule a consultation.

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