Stricter Penalties for Illegal Cultural Goods Trade
The act introduces new, stricter penalties for the illegal import and export of cultural goods, especially from outside the European Union. It specifies who issues permits and what consequences arise from their absence or providing false information, aiming for better heritage protection.
Key points
Importing cultural goods from outside the EU without a permit can result in a fine, restriction of liberty, or up to 2 years imprisonment, plus forfeiture of the item.
Providing false information in cultural goods import permit applications may lead to up to 3 years imprisonment and forfeiture of the item.
Illegal export of cultural goods outside the EU customs area is punishable by 3 months to 5 years imprisonment and forfeiture.
The National Revenue Administration has gained new powers to enforce these regulations.
57%
VOTING RESULTS
2026-02-13
For
249
Against
20
Abstain
165
Status:
Transmitted to President
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