EXPORT REQUIREMENTS
All artwork less than 70 years of age must be examined by the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage (SCH) within the Ministry for the National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government [Malta Ministry for the National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government]. The SCH assesses the artwork's cultural significance to determine if it can be exported.
Before your visit to SCH, you should obtain the application form for the export permit.
What information is needed in the application form:
Artist Information: Details about the artist, including biography and credentials.
Artwork Description: A detailed description of the artwork, including its medium, size, date of creation, and any distinguishing features.
Photos: High-quality photographs of the artwork from various angles.
Proof of Ownership: Documents proving your ownership of the artwork (e.g., certificate of authenticity).
PACKAGE YOUR SHIPMENT
Please be sure to reference our packaging guidelines to ensure your artwork is safely packaged for transport: https://support.saatchiart.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003365447#Packaging1
You can also watch a helpful video that breaks down the packing process here: https://support.saatchiart.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003365447
Note that your artwork will only be covered under our insurance policy if it is adequately packed according to these guidelines.
SHIPPING DOCUMENTS
The pre-paid shipping label and paperwork you need are available to download from your Sales Dashboard in your Saatchi Art account as follows-
- Shipping label: please affix this to the outside of the package
Certificate of authenticity: for the client's records, please place this inside the package - Declaration of art: this is a customs document required for international shipments, please give 1 copy to the courier
- Commercial invoice: another customs document required for international shipments, please give 3 copies to the courier
A few other reminders-
-Please print and prepare your shipping documents prior to the courier's arrival.
-Always use only the label and documents we have issued, as we cannot track or insure the artwork shipment otherwise.
-The Artist Handbook with a lot of helpful information can be accessed here: https://support.saatchiart.com/hc/en-us