Code of Federal Regulations Title 43. Public Lands:  Interior § 43.3835.13 How long do the waivers last and how do I renew them?

(a) Small Miner

One assessment year

Apply for a small miner waiver by each September 1.

(b) Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act

Until six months after you are released from active duty status or from a military hospital, whichever is later

Your waiver is automatically renewed if you continue to meet the qualifications. You must notify BLM when you leave active duty status.

(c) Reclamation

One assessment year

Apply for a reclamation waiver by each September 1.

(d) Denial of Access

One assessment year

Apply for waiver certification by each September 1.

(e) Mineral Patent Application with Final Certificate

Until patent issues or the final certificate is canceled. BLM will not refund previously deposited annual maintenance fees to a mineral patent applicant

None. If the final certificate is canceled, you must pay the required fees beginning on the September 1 immediately following the cancellation or file a different form of waiver if you qualify.