Frequently asked questions

To Member States, which must transpose it, and, indirectly, to the experts, laboratories and professionals who certify cultural property under OIMAP's aegis.

Yes, before the courts of their State where it has transposed it or refers to it, and before the Arbitral Tribunal.

It must be transposed; in case of persistent contradiction, the arbitration procedure allows the matter to be decided.

A directive is binding on States, a recommendation is not.

Not since 2019; only implementation notes have been added.

It is recognised by the 67 Member States, on the principle of mutual recognition.

Only for a specific, notified and proportionate reason.

It sets maximum timeframes for admissibility and the decision.

Yes, through note 9 on digital certifications.

Through note 10: the artist or their successor in title confirms the attribution.

The Secretariat, by drawing lots within the specialty, in accordance with article 8.

Yes, within five days, by a reasoned request.

No, they are proportionate to the work and what is at stake (article 12).

No, it requires the owner's written consent.

Yes, by audit and by interlaboratory comparisons.

Yes, in writing, with the sources, the analyses and the degree of certainty.

For the whole life of the work in the Registry.

By a request for review within thirty days, then before the Arbitral Tribunal.

It is charged at 30% of the initial price.

Yes, at any time, from your area at the Desk.