Film screenings

When screening a film or a video with music in Switzerland or Liechtenstein, you should be aware of the following:

The tariff rate is determined by the nature and venue of the screening.

Copyright law distinguishes between private and public screenings. Public screening means that a film is shown in a place open to the public.

Who needs a licence?

The organiser of any public screening – whether or not admission is charged.

Who delivers the relevant licence?

If you are planning to screen a film, you must apply directly to the film production company for a licence or, in the case of a non-commercial screening, to the MPLC. Examples of venues for non-commercial screenings are bars, restaurants, doctors’ waiting rooms and sports clubs.

In addition, SUISA will issue you a licence for the music in the film.

How to proceed:

Select the type of screening below.

Fill in the online form to apply for the right licence. You can save the form and finish filling it in later.

After checking your application, SUISA issues you an invoice. The licence is valid as soon as payment is received.

From the payment proceeds, SUISA distributes the corresponding royalties to the entitled composers, lyricists, and publishers.