advertentieThe indemnity scheme is extended until the end of 2030. With this scheme, the Dutch state takes on part of the risk of an important loan. This allows institutions to more easily showcase valuable objects from foreign collections or privately held collections that are not publicly accessible in temporary exhibitions.
Important Tool for Museums
The indemnity scheme has recently been evaluated according to the so-called assessment framework for risk arrangements. This evaluation provides reason to continue the scheme in its current form. In his letter to Parliament of May 23, the outgoing minister Bruins writes about this:
The evaluation shows that the indemnity scheme is an important tool for museums in the Netherlands to organize large, temporary exhibitions and thereby stimulate cultural visits. Thanks to this scheme, museums can receive significant discounts on their insurance premiums for valuable exhibitions, making the organization of these presentations more accessible. I want to continue to encourage this effect.
The extension takes effect on July 12, 2025. From then on, indemnity guarantees can again be granted for exhibitions starting after December 31, 2025.
Applying for Indemnity Guarantee
All Dutch institutions that meet the criteria can apply for an indemnity guarantee. The Cultural Heritage Agency (RCE) implements the indemnity scheme (or Subsidy Scheme for Indemnity Guarantees for Loans). More information can be found on the topic indemnity.