Fees payable under the authorization to collect works of art

What this is

Fees for the Authorization to Collect Works of Art constitute non-tax public revenue collected by the Government for the issuance of an authorization allowing an individual or legal entity to establish, own, or manage a collection of works of art in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations. This authorization ensures the identification, traceability, and protection of cultural property while guaranteeing compliance with the legal requirements governing the conservation, movement, and preservation of the national cultural heritage. The fees cover the administrative procedures related to the examination of applications, verification of the origin and authenticity of the artworks, and monitoring of authorized collections. The revenue contributes to financing the protection, conservation, inventory, supervision, and promotion of the nation's artistic and cultural heritage, while supporting efforts to combat the illicit trafficking of cultural property.