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  • Remunerations from abroad

    We collect and distribute remunerations for you from over 30 countries around the world.

    Agreements with global reach

    We collect and distribute remunerations for you from over different 30 countries around the world. Remunerations to Finland and to Gramex are based on distribution agreements Gramex has in place with foreign copyright societies. We work hard to expand our network of agreements. We are also at the forefront of developing international data transfer formats and technology. This means that we are able to collect international income for your music in an increasing fashion. We are also involved in the operations of several international associations.

    Frequently asked questions about our international scope

    Does Gramex pay remunerations for songs played abroad?
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    Yes. Foreign copyright societies collect remunerations for the use of Finnish songs abroad. Remunerations to Finland and to Gramex are based on distribution agreements Gramex has in place with foreign copyright societies. A list of these copyright societies is available here.
    When does Gramex pay remunerations from abroad?
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    The remunerations Gramex receives from abroad are always paid to Gramex clients at the time of next distribution. Please note that due to differences between countries and their policies, there may be a delay between collection and payment of remunerations.
    I live abroad. How will I be taxed?
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    If you have lived abroad for more than three years and are tax liable in another country, please send us proof of residence issued by local authorities (e.g. from a foreign population registry). If you have lived abroad for less than three years, you can apply for a tax-at-source card from the Finnish Tax Administration and submit it to Gramex.
    I play on a foreign band’s song. Why can’t I see the song in MyGramex?
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    Foreign producers do not automatically report songs they produce to Gramex, so please submit a phonogram report for the song. You can submit a phonogram report in the MyGramex portal.
    Frequently asked questions

    Gramex’s international agreements

    Gramex has distribution agreements in place with the following foreign copyright societies. Please note that international performing artists and producers can be represented by various organisations.

    Societies for performing artists

    CountrySocietyType of agreement
    ArgentinaCADIFB
    BelgiumPlayRightA
    BrazilAbramusA
    BrazilUBCA
    BulgariaProphonA
    South AfricaSAMPRAA
    SpainAIEA
    NetherlandsSENAA
    IrelandRAAPA
    IcelandSFHA
    Great BritainPPLA
    ItalyNuovo IMAIEA
    ItalyItsrightA
    AustriaLSGA
    JapanGeidankyoA
    CanadaACTRAA
    CanadaARTISTIA
    CanadaMROCA
    CroatiaHuzipA
    LatviaLaiPaA
    LithuaniaAGATAA
    MalaysiaPRISMB
    NorwayGramoA
    NorwayNorwacoA (private copying compensation)
    PortugalGDAA
    Poland SAWP/STOARTA
    FranceAdamiA
    FranceSPEDIDAMA
    RomaniaCredidamA
    SwedenSAMIA
    GermanyGVLA
    SlovakiaSlovgramA
    SloveniaZavod IPFA
    SwitzerlandSwissperformA
    DenmarkGramexA
    Czech RepublicIntergramA
    HungaryEJIA
    UkraineUMAA
    UkraineUMRLA
    EstoniaEELA
    United StatesAFM & SAG – AFTRAA
    United StatesSoundExchangeA

    Producers

    CountrySocietyType of agreement
    BrazilAbramusA
    BrazilUBCA
    SpainAgediA
    NetherlandsSENAA
    Great BritainPPLA
    ItalySCFA
    CanadaRe:SoundA
    GreeceGrammoA
    LatviaLaiPaA
    LithuaniaAGATAagreement negotiations underway
    NorwayGramoA
    FranceSCPPA
    SwedenIFPIA
    GermanyGVLA
    DenmarkGramexA
    Czech RepublicIntergramA
    UkraineUMAA
    UkraineUMRLA
    EstoniaEFUA
    United StatesSoundExchangeA

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