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

Poland
Chapter 3: European Union Member States
On leaving Poland, you must present the export permit to the customs authorities.
Is there a fee for an export licence?
The following charges apply:
• For a permit for the temporary export of cultural goods abroad (all kinds) – PLN 44
• For a permit for the permanent export of cultural goods abroad – 25 % of the value of
the cultural goods as determined by experts
• For a document stating that a power of attorney (authorisation) has been granted and
its transcript, excerpts or copy – PLN 17
• For a certificate that the object does not need a permit for export abroad – PLN 17
Does the cultural object need to be valued? If so, who will do this?
Yes. In case of export the object must be subject to an expert opinion. The criterion for
evaluation of the national importance of the object is whether national heritage would be
damaged by its export.
In principle, the expert opinion is issued by the office of the Voivodship conservator of
cultural goods or by an institution authorised by the conservator. For applications for
permits for the permanent export of cultural goods, the opinion is issued by a committee
composed of experts specialising in particular fields of protection and safeguard of cultural
goods, established by the Minister of Culture and National Heritage.
Others also authorised to issue opinions in matters concerning cultural goods are the experts
of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage, as well as appointed freelance experts.
Can I appeal against the valuation or refusal of an export licence? If so, how do I do this?
Yes, appeals can be filed with the Minister of Culture and National Heritage.
Which customs authorities are empowered to deal with the export of cultural goods?
Currently, all customs offices are empowered to handle the formalities connected with the
export of cultural goods.
What other paperwork do I need to export a cultural object?
Only the permit for export of the cultural good abroad is required. No duties or taxes apply
to the export itself.
What are the penalties if I do something wrong?
Export of cultural goods without a permit or lack of re-import once the term of validity for
a temporary export has expired can be subject to imprisonment from three months to five
years. You may also have to forfeit the object.
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