Pursuant to art. 108 paragraph 3-bis of the Code of Cultural Heritage and Landscape, are in any case free and free if carried out without profit, for the purposes of study, research, free expression of thought or creative expression, promotion of knowledge of the cultural heritage ( article 108, paragraph 3-bis, of the Code) the following activities:
- the reproduction of cultural assets, other than archival assets, subject to restrictions on consultation pursuant to Chapter III, Title II, of the Code, implemented in compliance with the provisions that protect copyright and in ways that do not involve any physical contact with the well, neither the exposure of the same to light sources, nor the use of stands or tripods within cultural institutes;
- the dissemination by any means of images of cultural heritage, legitimately acquired, so that they cannot be further reproduced for profit
Reproductions made in the study room with own means
No fee is due for reproductions made by:
- private individuals for personal use or for study purposes, or by
- public or private entities for valorization purposes.
In both cases, it is necessary that the production is carried out without profit (article 108, paragraph 3 of the Code).
A paid photo reproduction service is active in the State Archives of Pesaro-Urbino, according to the attached price list, updated pursuant to the Ministerial Decree. 108 21/03/2024 containing amendments to the Ministerial Decree. 161 11/04/2023 GUIDELINES FOR DETERMINING THE MINIMUM AMOUNTS OF FEES AND FEES FOR THE GRANT OF USE OF GOODS DELIVERED TO STATE INSTITUTES AND PLACES OF CULTURE in force starting from 15/04/2024.
Please remember that, according to current legislation, costs for photoreproduction work must be paid in advance.
Payment methods
It is possible to pay by credit card, bank transfer or prepaid card by registering at
After selecting the State Archives of Pesaro Urbino, the reason and the amount to be paid, you must log in using your credentials (if you are not already registered you must register), choosing the payment method.
It should be noted that reproduction costs do not include any costs of the PSP (Payment Service Provider) that participates in the PagoPA service.
Please send notification of payment to as-pu@cultura.gov.it or as-pu.salastudio@cultura.gov.it
Only after verification of payment will the digital images be sent to the applicant.
