Streaming music in a store (Sacem)
Verified 12 August 2025 - Directorate of Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
Stream music to improve the customer experience in your business (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.) involves paying for copyright via the Sacem: titleContent. Each year, these rights are donated to authors, producers and performers. Their amount is determined in a lump sum according to your activity and theimportance of your establishment.
Trade
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
Which institutions are concerned?
Pricing rules apply to type establishments cafe and restaurant of the traditional catering sector.
The following establishments (which are part of another scheme) are excluded :
- Bars and restaurants with a musical atmosphere
- Tea rooms
- Fast food establishments
Musical broadcasts given as part of a musical animation are also not affected by these tariffs.
Sacem rates
Rates are established according to the following 2 criteria:
- Number of seating places in the establishment (including the outdoor terrace, if it is soundproofed)
- Importance of the catchment area (depending on the number of inhabitants of the city where the cafe or restaurant is located). For establishments located in Paris, a special package is applied.
Please note
you benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, that is, before you set up your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You can find the detailed price list on the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for cafés and restaurants in the traditional sector (including bowling alleys and games rooms)
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
Pour en savoir plus
If your establishment does not include no seating (in the dining room or in the bar) or if the number of seats is not significant, the calculation of the fees to be paid is different. It is based on the area of the auditoriumminus the surface area of fixed installations (e.g. bar). In this case, an m2 corresponds to a place.
If you only use a simple radio set without additional speaker, you benefit from a abatement of 50%. You must also not have a player for audio or audiovisual media (CD, DVD, digital files).
However, if you use 2 or more devices in the same room (TV, stereo for example), your package is increased by 50%, unless one of the 2 devices is a simple radio receiver.
In addition, you benefit from a reduction of 15% if your turnover does not exceed €80,000 HT for the previous financial year. This allowance shall be increased to 25% if your establishment is located in a municipality of 2,000 inhabitants or less and your turnover does not exceed €100,000 HT. You must apply for it every year and provide supporting documents.
For the seasonal establishmentswhere the broadcast takes place only part of the year, the rate used is equivalent to 36% the annual rate for an opening period of up to 3 months. Beyond, a complement of 12% the annual rate shall be applied per additional month of operation until the annual rate is reached.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
Establishments whose musical distribution is made froma single music source (radio or television set without additional loudspeaker) shall be referred to as ‘ small cafes ” regardless of the number of seating positions.
You can find the detailed price list Spré on the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for cafés and restaurants in the traditional sector (including bowling alleys and games rooms)
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
Pour en savoir plus
FYI
The minimum annual billing amount is set to €113.45 HT per establishment.
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
Which institutions are concerned?
The retail businesses concerned by these rates are as follows:
- Clothing store, shoes, drugstore, hardware store, perfume store, jewelry store, pharmacy, cold cuts, bakery,... no matter their area
- Grocery store
- Store with an area of 500m or less2 specialized in the sale of furniture, appliances, DIY equipment, sanitary equipment or wholesale store, garden center, solderie
- Walking Merchant
- Supermarket with an area of less than or equal to 400m2
- Frozen food store
The store that sells food and offers customers the opportunity to consume it on the spot in a specially equipped area is concerned if it complies with the following conditions:
- The furnished space cannot accommodate more than 10 people
- The musical broadcasts correspond to the general broadcasts of the establishment
- No dedicated staff are assigned to this space
If these conditions are not met then the tariffs that apply are the tariffs dedicated to fast food.
Sacem rates
The amount of copyright is determined according to the number of employees in direct contact with customers (management, cashiers, salespeople, reception staff, entertainers, etc.)
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, that is, before you set up your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You can find the detailed price list for shops and retail outlets in the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for shops and retail stores
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
Pour en savoir plus
Example :
For 52 employees, the general tariff shall be: €3,680.40+ €94.68 (package for an additional person). And the reduced rate is: €2,944.32 + €75.74.
If your establishment is not open only every other season, you benefit from a abatement of 60% on the annual rate.
- Seasonal opening
- 1 season: 60% of the annual rate
- 2 seasons: 100% of the annual rate
- Occasional opening
- Up to 15 days: 10% of the annual rate
- From 16 to 30 days: 20% of the annual rate
FYI
If you play music using audiovisual programs (television, video,...), the amount to be paid may not be less than €230.16 (general tariff) or €184.13 (reduced rate) HT.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
You can find the detailed price list of the Spré for shops and retail outlets in the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for shops and retail stores
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
Pour en savoir plus
FYI
The minimum annual billing amount is set at €107.22 HT per establishment.
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
Sacem rates
The amount of the tax in HT depends on the sound mode and the number of employees in direct contact with the customers of the show.
"Extra" staff employed on weekends who also occupy vacant posts on other days are taken into account in the calculation.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, that is, before you set up your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
Type of device | Number of employees | General Tariff | Reduced rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Radio or television or any other device without additional speaker | By device | Unlimited | €133.64 | €106.91 |
Radio, disk or cassette player or any other device with additional speaker | By living room | Up to 5 | €208.20 | €166.56 |
From 6 to 10 | €279.82 | €223.86 | ||
11 to 15 | €557.97 | €446.38 | ||
From 16 | €1,115.93 | €892.74 | ||
If you use a TV and another device, then the 2 applicable packages accumulate.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
Number of employees in direct contact with customers | Spré Rate |
|---|---|
Up to 2 | €105.73 |
From 3 to 5 | €129.21 |
From 6 to 10 | €140.99 |
11 to 15 | €223.19 |
From 16 | €328.92 |
If you only usesingle sound source without additional loudspeaker, you must pay a fixed lump sum of €105.73 HT per establishment, regardless of the number of employees. La Spré uses the term small lounges to define this tariff category.
In the case of a combined declaration (more than 10 establishments) the total remuneration is reduced by 10%.
FYI
The minimum annual billing amount is set at €105.73 HT per establishment.
Which businesses are concerned?
The shops concerned are as follows:
- Supermarket
- Hypermarket
- Popular Store
- Department store
- Household appliance store of more than 500m2
- Shopping gallery
- Exhibition Hall
Spré Rates
The Sacem: titleContent collect only the fair compensation for the benefit of the Spré: titleContent.
The amount due is obtained from a fixed package to which is added an amount dependent on the surface of the establishment.
The surface to be taken into account is the sound-proofed commercial area open to the public, excluding warehouses and administrative premises in particular.
The rates are different between shops general practitioners and shops specialized (furniture, sporting goods, clothing, DIY or sanitary equipment, garden centers, solderies, wholesale stores, etc.)
Surface | Annual fixed amount per store | Variable amount per m² |
|---|---|---|
Up to 400 m² | €106.25 | €0 |
From 401 to 1,000 m² | €0.2952 | |
From 1,001 to 5,000 m² | €0.2597 | |
From 5,001 to 10,000 m² | €0.2243 | |
From 10 001 m² | €0.1889 | |
Specialized store of more than 500 m² | €65.1757 | €0.0593 |
Example :
A department store or hypermarket with a surface area of 6,000 m² must pay an annual amount of €1,452.05HT, i.e. 106.25 + (6,000 x 0.2243).
The group or channel that performs a grouped declaration of all its stores (at least 10) gets a reduction on the amount of the fee.
The amount of this reduction varies depending on the number of stores and the total area stores:
- Number of stores:
- Up to 2,000 stores, €53.13 HT per store
- From 2,001 stores, €35.42 HT per store
- Total area of shops:
- Up to 800,000 m², €0.2460 HT per m²
- From 800,001 m², €0.1994 HT per m²
FYI
The minimum annual billing amount is set to €106.25 HT by general establishment and €106.06 HT per specialized establishment.
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
Which institutions are concerned?
The main institutions concerned are:
- Bank branches
- Insurance firms
- Counters of various administrations (town halls, prefectures...)
Sacem rates
The amount of copyright depends on the number of employees in direct contact with the public (ticket offices, hostesses, etc.).
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, that is, before you set up your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You can find the detailed price list on the Sacem brochure dedicated to commercial agencies and offices open to the public.
Sacem rates for commercial agencies and offices open to the public
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
Pour en savoir plus
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
Its amount corresponds to 65% of the Sacem rate with a minimum amount of €107.22 HT per establishment.
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
Which institutions are concerned?
The institution concerned are the institutions that meet the 3 following conditions :
- Payment at the counter before consumption
- Use of disposable tableware and packaging
- Freedom to consume on the spot, to take away or to be delivered
These rates apply also to the following establishments:
- A traveling establishment selling catering from a removable or mobile vehicle or kiosk, without a reception or seating area
- Tea room offering soft drinks and food to eat on site
- Space in retail stores that can accommodate more than 10 people or with dedicated music or assigned staff. If none of the 3 conditions is met, the trade is subject to the "Store - Retail" scale.
Amount of duty payable
The amount of copyright (Sacem: titleContent) and equitable remuneration (Spré: titleContent) vary depending on number of seats in your establishment.
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Establishment up to 10 places or traveling establishment
Sacem rates
Sacem levies a lump sum that covers the musical broadcasts given in the space reserved for staff and in that where the clientele is waiting for his order.
The amount to be paid does not consider the number of days of weekly operation and the period of operation.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e. before setting up your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You must pay one of the following amounts:
- General Tariff of €258.19
- Reduced rate of €206.55
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
Its amount is calculated according to the number of seats and the number of inhabitants of the municipality of the establishment.
Establishments whose musical distribution is made froma single music source (radio or television set without additional loudspeaker) shall be referred to as ‘ small cafes ” regardless of the number of seating positions.
Details of the Spre rates for fast food establishments can be found in the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for fast food
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
Pour en savoir plus
Establishment with more than 10 places
Sacem rates
The amount of copyright depends on the number of seats of the establishment and the number of days open per week.
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, that is, before you set up your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
Details of the Sacem rates for fast food establishments can be found in the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for fast food
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
Pour en savoir plus
If your institution has a operating life less than 12 months, the amount of copyright shall be calculated as follows:
- For an opening time up to 3 months : the amount corresponds to 36% of the annual reference tariff
- For an opening time greater than 3 months : the amount corresponds to 36% of the annual reference tariff with an increase of 12% per additional month
If your establishment is open less than 5 days a week, the amount shall be calculated as follows:
- For establishments open 4 days : the amount is applied for 5 days of opening per week less 15%.
- For establishments open 3 days or less : the amount is applied for 5 days of opening per week less 20%.
If you realize a turnover excluding VAT not exceeding €80,000, you benefit from a abatement of 15%. You must justify this amount with accounting documents. This allowance shall be increased to 25% if you are located in a municipality with up to 2,000 inhabitants and you have a turnover excluding VAT of less than or equal to €100,000.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
Its amount is calculated according to the number of seats and the number of inhabitants of the municipality of the establishment.
Establishments whose musical distribution is made froma single music source (radio or television set without additional loudspeaker) shall be referred to as ‘ small cafes ” regardless of the number of seating positions.
Details of the Spre rates for fast food establishments can be found in the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for fast food
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
Pour en savoir plus
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
Which institutions are concerned?
The institution concerned by these rates are as follows:
- Disco and karaoke bar
- Dancing bar
- Restaurant with musical atmosphere
In concrete terms, these are commercial establishments where it is customary to consume music.
You must respect the following conditions :
- Have a license to drink
- Be subject to payment of VAT
- Be subject to income tax (IR) or business tax (IS)
Sacem rates
The amount of copyright depends on your turnover achieved in the preceding financial year. For new holdings, reference shall be made to the turnover shown in the forecast holding account.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, that is, before you set up your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
Revenue excluding VAT | General Tariff | Reduced rate |
|---|---|---|
Up to €50,000 | €936.84 | €749.47 |
From €50,001 à €100,000 | €1,958.86 | €1,567.09 |
From €100,001 à €150,000 | €3,236.37 | €2,589.10 |
From €150,001 à €200,000 | €4,428.72 | €3,542.98 |
From €200,001 à €250,000 | €5,493.32 | €4,394.66 |
From €250,001 à €300,000 | €6,728.25 | €5,382.60 |
From €300,001 à €350,000 | €7,920.60 | €6,336.48 |
From €350,001 à €400,000 | €9,198.11 | €7,358.49 |
From €400,001 à €450,000 | €10,220.13 | €8,176.10 |
From €450,001 à €500,000 | €11,497.64 | €9,198.11 |
From €500,001 à €550,000 | €12,647.41 | €10,117.93 |
From €550,001 à €600,000 | €13,797.17 | €11,037.74 |
From €600,001 à €650,000 | €14,946.93 | €11,957.54 |
From €650,001 à €700,000 | €16,096.70 | €12,877.36 |
From €700,001 à €750,000 | €17,246.46 | €13,797.17 |
Beyond €750,000, the amount of the duties to be paid shall be established by adding the following:
- A lump-sum part of the tranche €700,001 à €750,000
- A proportional share calculated at the 2.26% (general tariff) or 1.81% (reduced rate) applicable to the amount of your excess turnover €750,000 HT
Example :
You realized €800,000 of turnover for the last business year, or €50,000 beyond the last slice. You concluded with the Sacem: titleContent a contract of representation in general tariff.
The amount of copyright is calculated as follows: 17,246.46 + (2.26% x 50,000) = €18,376.46 to be paid.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
Its amount is calculated according to number of opening days per year and capacity of the establishment.
Number of opening days | Capacity of the establishment | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 to 100 | 101 to 150 | 151 to 200 | 201 to 250 | 251 to 300 | 301 to 400 | 401 to 500 | 501 and above | |
1 to 52 | €460 | €575 | €690 | €920 | €1,035 | €1,150 | €1,380 | €1,610 |
53 to 104 | €575 | €719 | €863 | €1,150 | €1,294 | €1,438 | €1,725 | €2,013 |
105 to 156 | €690 | €863 | €1,035 | €1,380 | €1,553 | €1,725 | €2,070 | €2,415 |
157 to 208 | €920 | €1,150 | €1,380 | €1,840 | €2,070 | €2,300 | €2,760 | €3,220 |
209 to 260 | €1,035 | €1,294 | €1,553 | €2,080 | €2,329 | €2,588 | €3,105 | €3,623 |
261 and above | €1,150 | €1,438 | €1,725 | €2,300 | €2,588 | €2,875 | €3,450 | €4,025 |
Please note
This flat rate pricing applies only to the operator whose revenues are less than or equal to €153,000 HT. Beyond this threshold, the amount to be paid corresponds to 1.65% of your turnover excluding VAT.
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
Sacem rates
You must pay copyright when you play music in one or more of these situations :
- General sound system of the premises : halls, changing rooms, weight trays, relaxation areas, swimming pools, sauna-hammam areas, etc.
- Music broadcast given during classes : bodybuilding, cardio-training, yoga, dance, aquatic physical activities, etc.
- Sound system for debit rooms (drinks, restaurant): located in the establishment and reserved for the clientele of the establishment.
Each situation is the subject of a particular calculation method to determine an amount payable.
The total amount of copyright to be paid is the addition of each of these amounts.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, that is, before you set up your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
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General sound system of the premises
This is an annual lump sum per square meter applicable to the entire area of the establishment reduced by 15%. However, the area after reduction should not be less than 200m2.
The gym, which performs both the broadcasting of music in its premises and during classes, benefits from a abatement additional over the total area. The area is reduced by 35% instead of 15%.
You must pay one of the following:
- General Tariff of €1.1250 by m2
- Reduced rate of €0.9000 by m2
Example :
For an establishment of 1000 m2 subject to reduced rate :
1. The area reduction of 15% : 1000 - (1000 x 15%) = 850 m²
2. The remaining area shall be multiplied at the corresponding rate: 850 x 0,9000 = €765
Music broadcast given during classes
The amount of the duty is calculated on the basis of number of course hours data per week, per 12-hour period of courses.
You must pay one of the following:
- General Tariff of €539.98 per 12 hours per week
- Reduced rate of €431.98 per 12 hours per week
Example :
Your establishment offers 16 hours of classes per week with a physical coach. At the general rate, you must pay €1,079.96(2 slices of 12h, or 539.98 x2). Warning, if you offer 10 hours of classes per week you must pay 1 12-hour installment.
Sound system for debit rooms (drinks, catering)
To determine the lump sum, you must refer to the pricing rules “ Coffee shops and restaurants ». Your establishment falls under the first tranche “up to 2000 inhabitants”, you must identify the number of seating places.
Example :
Your institution plays music in a debit room with 32 seats seats reserved for the hotel's guests. At the general tariff, the amount of copyright is €627.78.
You must add each of these amounts to get the total amount of copyright to be paid to the Sacem: titleContent. For example, if you don't play music in the debit rooms, the amount is not taken into account in the final calculation.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
It corresponds to 65% copyright (SACEM tariffs) and is of a minimum amount of €107.22 HT.
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
Which leisure areas are concerned?
The leisure places concerned are as follows:
- Bowling and games room (as main activity)
- Café and restaurant with bowling alley or games
- Karting
- Ice rink
Warning
Are excluded all the above establishments as soon as they carry out consumer sales and/or restore which are subject to the rates applicable to them (see then the information concerning fast food or those of cafés and traditional catering).
Sacem rates
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Bowling and games room
The bowling alley and/or the games room (arcade games, billiards, table football, slot machine, dart, etc.) constitute themain activity of your establishment.
The amount of copyright depends on the total area (in m²) of the establishment, reduced
of 15%. The area to be taken into account is reduced by half to take account of the footprint of the bowling lanes.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e., before the installation of your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You must pay one of the following amounts:
- General Tariff of €2.87 per m²: the minimum amount to be paid is fixed at €324.93
- Reduced rate of €2.30 per m²: the minimum amount to be paid is fixed at €259.94
Café and restaurant with bowling alley or games
When your cafe/restaurant includes games (billiards, pinball machines, video games) or bowling lanes, you must pay a fee for broadcasting in the games area in addition the package that corresponds to your catering activity.
The amount of copyright depends on the number of games and/or bowling lanes what is contained in the establishment.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e., before the installation of your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You can find the detailed price list on the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for cafés and restaurants in the traditional sector (including bowling alleys and games rooms)
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
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Karting
The amount of copyright is calculated based on the total area (in m2) of the institution.
Pricing rules cover the sound system of the karting tracks and the adjacent open spaces. On the other hand, the spaces dedicated to the delivery of beverages and/or catering fall within the scope of the pricing “ Coffee shops andrestaurants ’, and in particular the first tranche ‘up to 2000 inhabitants’ (except in fairground holdings).
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e., before the installation of your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You must pay one of the following amounts:
- General Tariff of €0.59 by m2 : the minimum amount to be paid is fixed at €137.89
- Reduced rate of €0.47 by m2 : the minimum amount to be paid is fixed at €110.31
Ice rink
The amount of copyright is calculated from the turnover completed by your institution.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e., before the installation of your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You will have to pay one of the following amounts:
- General tariff corresponding to 1.88% Gross revenue (including taxes and services)
- Reduced rate corresponding to 1.50% Gross revenue (including taxes and services)
FYI
If the rink is settle only for a restricted period (example: holiday season), or if its access is free, the tariffs shall be those applicable to karting.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by Sacem.
It corresponds to 65% copyright (SACEM tariffs) and is of a minimum amount of €107.22 HT.
The site of the Sacem: titleContent group all relevant activities by the payment of copyright at Sacem and the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent.
Occasional event
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
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This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
What are the events concerned?
The rates apply to the following occasional events, during which musical broadcasts are made:
- Occasional audiovisual projection
- Corrida, novillada and Landes race
- Fireworks without synchronization with music
- Play
Sacem rates
The amount of copyright is defined according to your estimates (artistic budget, technical costs, advertising costs) and entrance fee to your event.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e., before the installation of your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
If the ticket includes a meal (starter, main course, dessert, wine and service), the price of the ticket includes the meal, and depending on the drinks or not included.
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Budget less than or equal to € 5,000 and entrance fee up to € 20
The detailed schedule of tariffs valid from 2024 to 2026 (inclusive) can be consulted on the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for occasional events (fireworks, audiovisual projection, theater, bullfight) outside the festival and theater
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Where the amount of revenue exceeds €7,500, the Sacem: titleContent may decide to apply the tariffs corresponding to a budget exceeding €5,000.
Budget over €5,000 and/or entrance fee over €20
The amount of copyright is determined by application of a percentage of 2.50% to any of the following amounts:
- Realized revenue (100% revenue received and 50% of ancillary revenue)
- Estimates of expenditure incurred, as a minimum guarantee and for meetings without income
The minimum amount of duties to be paid shall be €192.08.
Please note
If the budget amount is less than or equal to €4,000 or if the access price is less than or equal to €12, the amount to be withheld shall be that corresponding to the maximum flat-rate of the corresponding tranche.
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
What are the events concerned?
These rates apply to occasional events that broadcast music during the following sessions:
- Ballet, choreographic show
- Traditional or contemporary circus show
- Spectacle of illusion and prestidigitation
- Show with a historical character
- Corso, cavalcade
- Fashion Presentation
- Film screening with musical accompaniment by musicians
- Sounds and lights
- Fireworks synchronized with music
Sacem rates
The amount of copyright is defined according to your estimates (artistic budget, technical costs, advertising costs) and entrance fee to your event.
Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e., before the installation of your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
If the ticket includes a meal (starter, main course, dessert, wine and service), the price of the ticket includes the meal, and depending on the drinks or not included.
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Budget less than or equal to €5,000
If the ticket includes a meal (starter, main course, dessert, wine and service), the price of the meal is taken into account up to 50% for the determination of the package.
Where the amount of revenue exceeds €7,500, the Sacem: titleContent may decide to apply tariffs with a budget greater than €5,000.
The detailed schedule of tariffs applicable from 2024 to 2026 (inclusive) can be consulted on the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for occasional events and multi-genre artistic shows (fashion show, ballet, sound and light, magic, historical re-enactment, circus, etc.) outside the festival and the theater
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
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Budget over €5,000 and/or entrance fee over €20
The amount of copyright is determined by application of a percentage of 5.50% to any of the following amounts:
- Realized revenue (100% revenue received and 50% of ancillary revenue)
- Estimates of expenditure incurred, as a minimum guarantee and for meetings without income
The minimum amount of duties to be paid shall be €384.15.
Please note
If the budget amount is less than or equal to €4,000 or if the access price is less than or equal to €12, the amount to be withheld shall be that corresponding to the maximum flat-rate of the corresponding tranche.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by the Sacem: titleContent.
It corresponds to 65% copyright (SACEM tariffs) and is of a minimum amount of €102.27 HT.
If the occasional non-commercial session is organized by a non-profit volunteer association, the minimum billing amount is reduced by 50%.
In order to have the right to broadcast music (via radio, television, a streaming platform, etc.), you must request a prior public broadcasting authorization from the Sacem: titleContent.
To be allowed to play music, you must perform a prior declaration.
You must conclude a general representation contract with the Sacem.
This declaration can be made by sending your request for authorization to a regional delegation of the Sacem or directly online on its website.
Sacem: applications for authorization to broadcast music
Who shall I contact
This contract is concluded for 1 year and is tacitly renewable.
From this declaration, you will receive an invoice for the Sacem and another for the Spré: titleContent, to be settled in the 25 days.
FYI
Go through the conclusion of a contract with Sacem is not an obligation if you restrict your choice to so-called music free of rights, i.e. music whose authors or composers have died for more than 70 years. In addition, several companies offer paid catalogs of music excluding collective management of copyright (outside Sacem).
You remain liable in any case for the fees due to the Spré: titleContent which remunerate performers and producers of recorded music. La Spré mandated Sacem to collect its rights and you must therefore always make your prior declaration to Sacem.
What are the events concerned?
These rates apply to events intended to gather the public around a fun, social, commercial or festive activity with music broadcasting:
- Fair, exhibition, fair, sale
- Vernissage and exhibition
- Festivities, lottery, lottery, welcome drink
- Congress, symposium, conference, election meeting, charity sale
- Meal and cocktail
- Street sound system
- Stand
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Commercial, recreational, cultural, socio-professional or political event
The amount of the package per day depends on the number of viewers and the free or price of admission.
The amounts indicated are indicative for an access price of up to €20.
Beyond this entry price, the amount of the packages is subject to a proportional increase.
The detailed schedule of tariffs applicable from 2024 to 2026 (inclusive) can be consulted on the Sacem brochure:
Sacem and Spré rates for occasional events with music in the background (lounge, fair, exhibition, cocktail, sale, election meeting, etc. and stand and street sound system)
Business of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers (Sacem)
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Please note
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e., before the installation of your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
Sound system of streets, stand
The amount of the package is calculated per week, it is due for any 7-day period started.
You benefit from a reduced rate (20% discount) if you make your declaration in advance, i.e., before the installation of your sound equipment. Otherwise, you benefit from the general tariff.
You will have to pay one of the following amounts:
- General Tariff of €78.12
- Reduced rate of €62.50
Example :
For a 17-day sound system at the reduced price, the calculation is as follows: reduced package x 3.
Spré Rates
In addition to the fees paid to the Sacem: titleContent, you have to pay the fair compensation to the Spré: titleContent. It is also collected by the Sacem: titleContent.
It corresponds to 65% copyright (SACEM tariffs) and is of a minimum amount of €102.27 HT.
If the occasional non-commercial session is organized by a non-profit volunteer association, the minimum billing amount is reduced by 50%.
The site of the Sacem: titleContent includes all the events concerned by the payment of copyright Sacem and the fair compensation Spré: titleContent.
Who can help me?
Find who can answer your questions in your region
- Sacem regional delegations
Business for the Collection of Equitable Remuneration (Spré)
Visit the website to find a regional contact: http://www.spre.fr/index.php?page_id=67#global
By mail
27 rue de Berri 75008 PARIS
By phone
01 53 20 87 00
By fax
01 53 20 87 01
Contacts
Véronique de GONNEVILLE
Email: veronique.degonneville@spre.fr
Tel. 01 53 20 87 13
Fax 01 53 20 87 01
Humbert de GRIVEL
email: humbert.degrivel@spre.fr
Tel. 01 53 20 87 11
Fax 01 53 20 87 01
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