A guide to the export and import of cultural goods between Russia ...

Chapter 3: European Union Member States
Luxembourg
Does the cultural object need to be valued? If so, who will do this?
Expertise is carried out whenever there is any doubt about the value or the national interest
of a cultural good which is to be exported. A national expert is charged by the Ministry
to conduct the expertise. No additional charge is made for the expertise.
Can I appeal against the valuation or refusal of an export licence? If so, how do I do this?
If an export licence is refused, it is possible to challenge the expertise as part of the overall
appeal against the decision. You can appeal against a decision to refuse an export licence
at the administrative tribunal of Luxembourg.
Which customs authorities are empowered to deal with the export of cultural goods?
The customs authorities which deal with the export of cultural goods are the Direction des
Douanes et Accises, the Bureau des Douanes et Accises de Luxembourg-Aéroport and
the Bureau des Douanes et Accises à Luxembourg Centre douanier.
What are the penalties if I do something wrong?
Sanctions under the 1966 Law include fi nes and/or imprisonment from eight days to
six months.
What are the standards of service I can expect to receive?
No specifi c standards of service exist. See legislation applicable to the export of cultural
goods.
153