The document focuses on the export of movable cultural objects and antiques, delineates rules for their removal from Lithuania and the European Union. The regulations apply to items listed in the cultural property and antiques inventory, necessitating permits from the Department of Cultural Heritage for export. Procedures for exporting cultural objects beyond the EU and regulations from Council Regulation (EC) No 116/2009 are outlined. The term ‘applicant’ refers to individuals or entities seeking export permits. The document emphasizes the appraisal and cultural value determination by the Council for the Protection of Movable Cultural Property. Requirements for permit applications, documentation, and the appraisal process are specified, and a state fee is levied for permit issuance. The document details the issuance process, timeframes, and extensions. Criteria for non-returnable removal permits for antiques are established, considering rarity, representation of cultural heritage, association with cultural environments, and links to eminent individuals or historical events. The document also addresses notifications, the duration of permits, and the return of temporarily removed objects, ensuring a comprehensive legal framework for the protection and export of movable cultural property in Lithuania.