Cultural Property Certificate (CBC)
Preparation, verification, and filing of the regulatory file for the cultural property certificate.
Mastered art
transport.
Smart Logistics supports you with all regulatory procedures related to art transportation, ensuring full compliance.
our approach
Regulatory
Export certificates, temporary admissions, customs formalities: we handle the administrative coordination that secures every shipment, from advance planning to delivery.
Transparent
Line-by-line detailed quotes and invoices, so you always know exactly what you're paying for, and why.
Tailored
A dedicated point of contact and time-tested processes, adapted to the real complexity of each case, from the first quote to delivery.
our services
Solutions tailored
Solutions tailored
to every player in the art market.
From a single regulatory formality to full case management, Smart Logistics tailors its involvement to your needs, your flows, and their level of complexity.
Art galleries
À la carte services
Individual administrative services for producing, verifying, and filing regulatory documents. Overall case coordination and transport logistics management are included in our turnkey packages.
Import licence / declaration (TRACES / ICG)
Advanced structuring of the regulatory file, following a dedicated Smart Logistics process, for review by the competent authorities.
Import licence
Preparation, verification, and filing of the administrative documents required for the application.
CITES Certificate (CIC)
File preparation, application filing, and administrative follow-up of CITES certificates applicable to the relevant works.
Enhanced regulatory file
For high-value or sensitive works, outside the European Union — particularly to the United States and other regulated markets: enhanced regulatory handling and customs security.
Advisory & expertise
- Consulting specialized carriers
- Regulatory analysis
- Crisis management (holds, customs, emergencies, inspections)
- Transport coordination — France, EU, international
Pricing tailored to each case — custom quote on request.
Full case management
Turnkey packages
End-to-end case management: regulatory analysis, administrative formalities, transport coordination, customs follow-up, and process security through to delivery.
01
Essential Package
Simple formalities and standardized flows
Case profile
- Simple, predictable flows
- EU circulation or standard export
- Documentation available and compliant
- Low customs risk
Examples: EU ↔ EU, Switzerland (simple flow), standard export with no specific constraints.
Included: simplified regulatory analysis, one main administrative procedure, document verification, one carrier consultation, assistance through to shipment, and limited case coordination.
02
Operational Package
Complete management of international imports/exports
Case profile
- International import/export
- Multiple administrative steps
- Mandatory transport coordination
- Systematic customs checks
- Coordination of multiple providers
Examples: USA ↔ EU, UK ↔ EU, Switzerland ↔ EU (full flow), galleries with regular international flows.
Included: full case analysis, TRACES import or international export, CBC if required, up to two administrative procedures, complete transport coordination, customs verification, operational follow-up through to delivery, and liaison with carriers.
03
Premium Expert Package
Securing complex and sensitive cases
Case profile
- High-value works
- Complex or sensitive provenance
- High risk of customs inspection or hold
- Multi-jurisdictional
Examples: import/export from areas with strict heritage regulations, materials subject to CITES, USA ↔ EU (complex cases), works subject to an EU import licence or import declaration.
Included: in-depth regulatory risk analysis, complex multi-jurisdictional import/export, enhanced provenance files, reinforced coordination and follow-up with authorities and carriers, up to three specialist consultations, management of minor unforeseen issues, and full support for both gallery and carrier.
Your case
A solution matched to its complexity.
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