Registration of permits for the export of paintings abroad

Works of art require special protection. Why does civil law provide for a whole list of means of protecting intellectual property rights? This applies to products, both in tangible and intangible terms. That is why it is not so easy to remove paintings or other valuables from the country. To do this, you will have to obtain a permit to export paintings abroad . And if there is neither time nor desire for this, then you can entrust such a matter to professionals.

Why is there a ban on exporting paintings abroad?

Works of art are a special category of products, the value of which can be determined visually. These could be options:

The stylistic direction of the painting;
The prominence of the name of its author;
Compliance with technology;
Use of special paints.

Some creations are completely unique, since they are made using a technique that no one else in the world uses. Plus, the authorship can be so authoritative that a piece of art exported outside the country can cost a fortune.

All border precautions are important to follow for a number of reasons. Firstly, it is the protection of the rights of the author or his successors. No one has the right to violate the owner’s copyright by illegally benefiting from the resale or use of his property. Secondly, it is the preservation of the country’s cultural heritage. After all, some works are protected by the state. This means they are withdrawn from free circulation.

That’s why they can only travel in a special way, and then only to exhibitions and restorations. And not accompanied by private individuals. Thirdly, this is the fight against organized crime. When, under the guise of completely mediocre paintings, real works of art “flow” abroad. All this is the basis for the legislator to veto the free movement of paintings across the borders of the Russian Federation. At the same time, permitting documents that must be submitted are also determined. As well as a list of actions to legalize such events.

How easy is it to obtain a permit to export paintings?

The rules for exporting paintings and other valuables are quite simple. The legislator thinks so. For the average person who is faced with such a task for the first time, everything is somewhat more complicated. Plus, the usual fatigue from bureaucratic red tape has not been canceled. Therefore, it is not always advisable to spend time, money and nerves on completing all the paperwork yourself. This matter can be entrusted to professionals. Thanks to their corporate connections, everything can be done much faster and more efficiently. The range of services is quite diverse, as it allows you to arrange:

Certificate for valuables under 50 years of age;
Certificate for moving paintings over 50 years old.

You can choose a suitable service taking into account the copyright object itself. Moreover, before contacting such an intermediary, it makes sense to collect all the necessary documents. Although some will partially help you choose from the company that issues the right to travel. Be sure to provide a list of things that will be traveling with the owner. It should concern specifically cultural values. It also makes sense to present good quality color photos. This will allow the work to be identified. It is imperative to confirm the owner’s rights to it with special documents. And also collect papers related to cost conclusions.

Similarly, documents of the person accompanying the paintings are needed. And also a power of attorney in person if it is not the owner who will be traveling as a travel companion. The specified package of documents will allow you to issue all exit permits. It will also provide a guarantee that leaving the country’s borders will not be difficult. The help of specialists will be invaluable if the situation is unusual or some paper from the agreed list is not available.

Plus, bureaucrats are not always ready to turn a blind eye to some shortcomings in documents. Then all the professional approach that intermediaries can provide will become evident. Professionals are distinguished by an individual approach. And the desire to help even when the deadlines are as tight as possible. Everything is done in order not to miss the departure date. And arrange everything within the agreed time frame and send the owner abroad with his work of art.