# 43 CFR § 3505.11: Do I need a prospecting permit to collect mineral specimens for non-commercial purposes?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-43-3505.11

## Section

- **Citation:** 43 CFR § 3505.11
- **Heading:** Do I need a prospecting permit to collect mineral specimens for non-commercial purposes?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** September 22, 2026
- **Source:** Publisher's official text
- **Location:** Title 43—Public Lands: Interior > Subtitle B—Regulations Relating to Public Lands > CHAPTER II—BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR > SUBCHAPTER C—MINERALS MANAGEMENT (3000) > PART 3500—LEASING OF SOLID MINERALS OTHER THAN COAL AND OIL SHALE > Subpart 3505—Prospecting Permits

## Text

No. You may collect mineral specimens for hobby, recreation, scientific, research or similar purposes without a prospecting permit. However, the surface management agency may require a use permit. BLM's regulations for collecting mineral specimens are at part 8365 of this title.

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