Persons satisfying the conditions laid down in articles R. 321-56 and R. 321-65 and wishing to establish themselves in France shall send their application for recognition of professional qualification to the Conseil des Maisons de Vente by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt or by any other equivalent means. The application must be accompanied by a file, the composition of which is set by order of the Minister of Justice.
The Council acknowledges receipt of the applicant’s file within one month and informs the applicant of any missing documents. It will reach a reasoned decision no later than three months from the presentation of the applicant’s complete file.
The Board’s decision is notified by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt. The notification shall indicate the time limit and procedures for appealing against this decision.
An appeal may be lodged against the Board’s decision under the conditions set out in articles R. 321-50 to R. 321-55.