Document for a license in the field of electricity transmission and distribution

License in the field of electricity transmission and distribution is an important factor to help ensure safety, stability, and efficiency in the national electricity system. This licensing not only creates favorable conditions for investors to participate in the electricity industry, but also promotes sustainable development and improves the quality of electricity supply services for consumers. The article below will provide detailed information about this license application process.

Conditions for being licensed to transmit and distribute electricity

To be licensed to operate in the field of electricity transmission and distribution, businesses need to meet the conditions prescribed by law. These requirements are intended to ensure the technical, financial, and management capacity of units participating in electricity activities.

According to Clause 2, Article 32 of the Law on Electricity 2004, amended in 2014, specific conditions include:

• Have a feasible electricity project or plan;
• Have a valid application for granting, amending, and supplementing an electricity activity license;
• Administrators and operators have management capacity, professional qualifications and skills appropriate to the field of electricity activities.

Procedures for applying for licenses in the field of electricity transmission and distribution

Profile components

The application dossier for a license to transmit and distribute electricity is a collection of important documents proving the capacity and meeting the conditions of the enterprise. Preparing complete and accurate documents is an important step in the licensing process.

According to Article 8 of Circular 21/2020/TT-BCT (amended and supplemented by Circular 10/2023/TT-BCT, the application needs to include the following components:

• Written request for electricity activity license according to sample 01.
• Copy of Business Registration Certificate or Establishment Decision.
• List of direct technical managers and operational shift leaders.
• Copies of diplomas and operating certificates of technical and operational management personnel.
• List of power grid projects and scope of management.
• Copy of Agreement to connect to the national electricity system.
• Map of power grid boundaries and operating scope.

Order and procedures for applying for a license to operate in the field of electricity transmission and distribution

The process of applying for an operating license for electricity transmission and distribution follows a specific procedure outlined by the competent authority. Understanding these steps helps businesses prepare well and carry out the process effectively.

According to Clauses 4 and 5, Article 11 of Circular 21/2020/TT-BCT, the procedure includes:

• Step 1: Enterprise submits an application for a license to the competent authority.
• Step 2: The receiving agency checks the completeness and validity of the application within 03 working days from the date of receipt of the application (In case the application is not submitted online).
• Step 3: If the dossier is incomplete, the receiving agency will notify you in writing for the business to supplement it. Within 60 days, organizations and individuals requesting a license must supplement and amend data, documents and related information. At the end of the above time limit, if the organization or individual does not amend or supplement the dossier as required, the electricity activity licensing agency has the right to return the dossier requesting an electricity activity license.
• Step 4: Within 15 working days from the date of receiving complete and valid documents, the competent authority will evaluate and issue the license.
• Step 5: In case of refusal to issue a license, the competent authority must respond in writing and clearly state the reason.

Validity of license application in the field of electricity transmission and distribution

Electricity transmission and distribution operating licenses have a defined validity period and clearly stipulate the scope and operating conditions of the enterprise. Understanding information about license validity helps businesses be proactive in their business plans and comply with legal regulations.

According to the provisions of Clause 4, Article 4 of Circular 21/2020/TT-BCT:

• The term of the license to operate electricity transmission is 20 years, the maximum term for electricity distribution is 10 years.
• Enterprises must comply with the content stated in the license.
• Before the license expires 60 days, businesses need to carry out procedures to apply for a new license.
• Licenses can be revoked if regulations on electricity activities are violated.
• Enterprises have the right to request amendments and supplements to the license if there are changes in operating conditions.

Consulting services, licensing applications for licensing in the field of electricity transmission and distribution

With experience in consulting on licensing in the electricity sector, we are committed to providing services to help optimize the process and save time for customers. Consulting services Long Phan provides include:

• Preliminary assessment of the enterprise’s ability to meet licensing conditions according to the provisions of the Law on Electricity;
• Instructions for preparing complete and accurate documents according to regulations on applying for licenses in the field of electricity transmission and distribution;
• Support in drafting necessary documents and documents in the application;
• Business representatives work with competent authorities;
• Monitor application processing progress and update information for customers;
• Consulting on resolving problems that arise during the licensing process to ensure application progress and implementation efficiency.

Licenses in the field of electricity transmission and distribution play an important role in the operations of businesses in the electricity industry. To ensure the licensing process goes smoothly, customers can consider using professional consulting services. Contact Long Phan immediately via Hotline: 0906735386 for detailed support on procedures for applying license for electricity transmission and distribution, ensuring compliance with legal regulations, and optimizing business opportunities in the energy sector.