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Namibia Diamond Licence Fees: Costs and Validity Periods (2026 Guide)
Planning to trade or cut diamonds in Namibia? View the 2026 official fee structure. Dealer Licences cost N$10,000/year while Cutter Licences are N$1,500/year. Learn the renewal deadlines here.
Entering the Namibian diamond sector is a lucrative but strictly regulated investment. Unlike general trading licences, the costs associated with the Diamond Act of 1999 are significantly higher to reflect the value of the commodity.
Whether you are applying for a Dealer’s Licence to export rough diamonds or a Cutter’s Licence to polish stones locally, you need to budget for both the non-refundable application fees and the recurring annual fees.
If you are searching for “Diamond licence cost Namibia” or need to know the renewal costs for 2026, this guide provides the official Ministry of Mines & Energy fee structure.
1. Official Diamond Licence Fee Structure
The following fees are prescribed by the Ministry. Note that the Application Fee is non-refundable, meaning you lose this money even if your application is rejected due to a poor business plan or police record.
| Licence Type | Application Fee (One-off) | Annual Fee (Recurring) |
|---|---|---|
| Dealer’s Licence (Buying/Selling Rough Diamonds) | N$500.00 | N$10,000.00 |
| Cutter’s Licence (Polishing/Beneficiation) | N$500.00 | N$1,500.00 |
| Tool-making Licence (Industrial Use) | N$500.00 | N$1,500.00 |
| Research Licence (Scientific Tests) | N$500.00 | N$1,500.00 |
2. Validity Periods (5 vs 10 Years)
When planning your long-term business strategy, it is important to know how long your licence protects you. The Government grants longer validity periods to Cutter’s Licences to encourage long-term investment in local manufacturing (beneficiation).
- Dealer’s Licence: Valid for 5 Years.
- Tool-making Licence: Valid for 5 Years.
- Cutter’s Licence: Valid for 10 Years (The longest validity).
- Research Licence: Validity is determined by the Minister on a case-by-case basis.
3. The 90-Day Renewal Rule
If you already hold a licence, do not wait until it expires to act. Section 20 of the Diamond Act is very specific about renewal timelines.
Critical Deadline:
You must submit your application for renewal (Form 1) at least 3 months (90 days) before your current licence expires.
If you miss this window, you may be forced to apply for a brand new licence, which involves re-submitting your police clearance and business plan from scratch.
4. Permit Fees (Namibia Diamond Licence Fees)
Unlike licences, Permits cover non-recurring activities (like a one-off entry into a Restricted Area or a specific export).
- Permit Application Fee: Generally N$250.00 (Determined by the Minister).
- Annual Fee: N/A (Permits do not typically have annual fees).
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