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UAE music usage fees across sectors
The UAE has announced the commencement of licensing fees for the commercial use of music, starting December 2026, with the aim of regulating the music market and protecting the rights of authors and creators. The fees cover a range of sectors such as restaurants, shopping malls, hotels, media, and airlines, and vary depending on the type of activity, the number of seats, the area, or the annual income. The annual fees for restaurants range from 1,500 AED for establishments with up to 50 seats, up to a maximum of 6,000 AED. Hotels classified as 4 and 5 stars will pay between 15,000 and 25,000 AED depending on their size. Additionally, media outlets will be charged a fee of 1% to 3% of their annual income, starting from 1,700 AED per year, with caps set according to the type of activity. The goal of these fees is to regulate the use of music and enhance the rights of creators across various commercial and entertainment sectors in the UAE.
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