With the launch of a new digital Local Content Registration Portal, renewal applications can now be processed in as little as three working days, while new applications may be approved within five days for sole proprietors.
The portal was launched on Friday and is designed to streamline registration and certification for suppliers and contractors operating in Guyana’s oil and gas sector. The system establishes a centralised digital space that will reduce application processing times, improve transparency, and enhance the overall ease of doing business through the Local Content Secretariat.
In additional to renewals, for 100 per cent Guyanese-owned companies, new applications will be processed within 15 working days, with renewals completed in 10 working days. All other companies will see new applications processed within 21 working days and renewals within 15 working days.
The new portal enables full online submission of applications, eliminating the need for manual paperwork and reducing administrative delays. Automated workflows and application-based timers have also been introduced to strengthen internal review and approval processes, ensuring greater efficiency and consistency.
A key feature of the portal is enhanced transparency for applicants. Companies can log in at any time to track the status of their submissions, whether under review, pending additional information, or approved. This real-time visibility reduces uncertainty, limits the need for follow-up correspondence, and strengthens trust in the system.
Operationally, the platform is expected to deliver efficiency gains for both the Secretariat and suppliers. Reduced manual data entry, automated processes, and improved reporting tools will enhance oversight capabilities.
Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, said the platform represents a major step forward in strengthening governance within the sector.
“This portal strengthens transparency and accountability in how applications are processed. It reduces administrative bottlenecks, enhances internal oversight, and provides suppliers with the clarity they need to plan and operate effectively within Guyana’s Local Content framework,” he stated.
Meanwhile, Director of the Local Content Secretariat, Michael Munroe, noted that the improvements will provide businesses with greater certainty.
“By introducing clear timelines, automation, and real-time tracking, we are ensuring that Guyanese businesses can engage the oil and gas sector with greater confidence, predictability, and efficiency,” Munroe explained.
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