Submit a formal letter of intent
Prospective applicants should write to the Director General of the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority with clear information about the intended downstream petroleum activity.
Guidance for petroleum operators and service providers.
Licensing
Find information on licence categories, applicable fees, service standards, requirements and regulatory guidance for downstream petroleum activities.
Licensing pathwayTransparent application review and compliance oversight
Applicants submit a letter of intent and supporting information for review by the Authority’s licensing and technical teams.
How licensing works
Clear steps for petroleum operators and service providers.
The licensing process is designed to support lawful participation, responsible operations and compliance with Sierra Leone’s downstream petroleum regulatory requirements.
Application review and technical guidance
NPRA reviews the proposed business model, advises on the applicable licence category and provides guidance on the expected timeframe and requirements.
Compliance assessment and approval
The Authority assesses compliance with relevant laws, standards and operational requirements before granting licences for responsible participation in the sector.
Service charter
Licence fees and service standards.
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Service Charter
Service Charter
Core service standards and delivery timelines.
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| Service / Licence | Charge / Fee | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | No Charge | Within a Week |
| Publication of Pricing Formula | No Charge | Monthly |
| License of Operators | By Category | Within 60 days |
| Petroleum Stocks Update | No Charge | Weekly |
Registration
Charge / FeeNo Charge
TimelineWithin a Week
Publication of Pricing Formula
Charge / FeeNo Charge
TimelineMonthly
License of Operators
Charge / FeeBy Category
TimelineWithin 60 days
Petroleum Stocks Update
Charge / FeeNo Charge
TimelineWeekly
