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Oil & Gas Licensing

Start strong in the energy sector with licensing support

Entering the oil and gas industry? You can’t afford delays or compliance issues. We help you secure the necessary licenses, permits, and regulatory approvals to operate legally and confidently in the energy sector. We guide you through the entire licensing process, saving you time and avoiding costly mistakes

How to register & operate an Oil and Gas in Nigeria

01

Register Your Business With CAC
This is the first step to take in before anything else. It is advised to register as a Limited Liability Company, not a Business Name

02

Obtain Regulatory Approvals
You will need: NUPRC License - For upstream oil and gas operations
NMDPRA License—for midstream and downstream businesses
NCDMB Registration - For local government compliance

03

Meet Tax & Financial Compliance
Register for TIN & VAT with FIRS, Comply with Petroleum Profit Tax (PPT) and company income Tax (CIT) based on Business operations

04

Secure Industry Specific Permits
- DPR Permit—for oil servicing or operations.
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)—if required.
-SON Approvals - if dealing with petroleum products

05

Structure Your Business Properly
- Open a corporate bank account.
- Draft standard contracts for suppliers, partners & clients.
- Understand your local content obligations to remain compliant

06

Comply With Regulatory Bodies
ITF, NSITF, PENCOM, BPP etc. This is important, especially if you would be bidding for government contracts.

07

Maintain Operational Compliance
Renew licenses and permits annually.
Keep proper records of transactions and tax filings.
Ensure safety and environmental compliance to avoid fines.

08

Begin Operations
Once fully licensed and compliant, you can commence operations according to the terms of your permit or lease.

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Ready to navigate the complexities of oil and gas licensing with confidence?  we specialize in helping businesses secure the necessary permits and licenses to operate legally and efficiently in the energy sector. Whether you’re just starting out or expanding operations, our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way.