How to Modify or Change Captive Power (Electricity) Generation License or Permit in Nigeria

Modify or Change Captive Power (Electricity) Generation License or Permit in Nigeria

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission must be contacted in order to apply for a permit or modification of Captive Power (Electricity) Generation License.
Below is a link that will take you to the contact information for the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission.

You can visit the office to obtain a Permit or Amendment of Captive Power (Electricity), Generation License from the appropriate department. Click here to download Application Form
Compile the application form and provide all relevant information. The applicant or an authorized representative should sign and date the application.
Attach all documents required by this section.
The application should then be sent to the Secretary along with all required documents, and must be submitted at the headquarters of the Commission.
You must pay the fee for processing the application.
After successful payment and submission, an acknowledgement slip will be sent to the applicant.
The commission will review the application within a month and may ask for additional information if required.
If the application is completed, it will be considered to issue the permit. The applicant will be notified within 30 days of receipt of the application by the Commission.

Apply by mail

The applicant must submit a mail-in application to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission to request a modification or change of Captive Power (Electricity) Generation License/Permit.
Click the link below to download the Application Form for Amendment of Captive Power(Electricity) Generation License.
You can download the application form by visiting the form page. (Visit this link and click the “Download” option).
Compile the application form and provide all relevant information. The applicant or an authorized representative should sign and date the application.
Attach all documents required by this section.
The application and all required documents should then be sent to the Secretary.
You can choose a mail service that suits your needs and arrange for the mail delivery of your application.
You must pay the fee, which is non-refundable, to process your application.
After successful payment and submission, an acknowledgement slip will be sent to the applicant.
The commission will review the application within a month and may ask for additional information if required.
If the application is completed, it will be considered to issue the permit. The applicant will be notified within 30 days of receipt of the application by the Commission.

Apply by courier

The applicant must send a request via courier to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission to modify or change Captive Power (Electricity) Generation License/Permit.
Click the link below to download the Application Form for Amendment of Captive Power(Electricity) Generation License.
You can download the application form by visiting the form page. (Visit this link and click the “Download” option).
Compile the application form and provide all relevant information. The applicant or an authorized representative should sign and date the application.
Attach all documents required by this section.
The application and all required documents should then be sent to the Secretary.
You can choose a courier service that suits your needs and arrange for the mail delivery of your application.
You must pay the fee, which is non-refundable, to process your application.
After successful payment and submission, an acknowledgement slip will be sent to the applicant.
The commission will review the application within a month and may ask for additional information if required.
If the application is completed, it will be considered to issue the permit. The applicant will be notified within 30 days of receipt of the application by the Commission.

Documents Required For Modify or Change

Completed application form
Certificate of Registration
Certificate of incorporation
Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association
Particulars and a list of directors
Certificate of Tax Clearance
Detail statement about Applicant’s technical competency
Curriculum Vitae for key technical personnel
A detailed schedule of plant sizes and locations
Diagram of the Power Plant in a single line
Approval of Environmental Impact Assessment
Proposed Amendments
Reminder of payment for renewal fees

Find Office Locations and Contacts

Head Office andNigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission
Plot 1387
Cadastral Zone A00,
Central Business District
Abuja, F.C.T, Nigeria
Tel: +234-09-462-1400, 09-462-1410.
Email: info@nercng.org
Website Homepage
Contact link

What are all the Eligibility

Any Nigerian organization that has a permit to generate Captive Power Generation can apply for an amendment.

Fees

For details on fees, please refer to page 26 of the following document: regulations

Validity

The Captive Power Permit can be used for five years.

Documents for Use

Application Form

Processing Time

The application process will take less than a month, and the final status will be announced within three months.

Instructions

The applicant must ensure that all information required by the Commission is included in the application and that all required documents are attached.

Three copies of the application should be sent on paper and one electronic copy in Microsoft Office format.

You can find more information in “Chapter 2”, regulations.

Requirements Information

Names and postal addresses of the applicant
Contact details
Name and other details about the proposed business
For more information, please contact the person concerned
Names and other details of shareholders
List and details of directors
If any, existing license details
Details about affiliate ownership
Financial details
Particulars about Bankers and Financial References
Proposed project description

You will need the document

Any changes to the Captive Power Generation License/Permit must be submitted to the Commission for approval.