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Each rights holder who has received a royalty distribution is entitled to file a written claim against the distribution using the Claim Form, specifying the title of the work to which the claim relates (each work constitutes a separate claim). The claim must include as detailed information as possible regarding the user, the time and extent of the use of the work, and the grounds for the claim. The claim must be filed no later than 3 months from the receipt of the distribution statement, and no later than 31 October of the relevant calendar year in the case of the performing rights distribution. In order to facilitate the claim procedure, we recommend also providing supporting evidence (e.g. written confirmation from the user, event playlists, etc.).More detailed information regarding claims may be found in the SOZA Claim Order.
Additional information concerning claims related to the distribution of royalties is available at the telephone number listed below.
Should an author be aware that their musical works were used abroad and no royalties were paid, they may file a claim using a duly completed Claim Form.
If an author knows that their works were performed abroad in a given calendar year, they may inform SOZA in the form of a pre-claim. SOZA will then contact the relevant partner society abroad. This makes it possible to ensure that all requirements for the payment of royalties are met in advance, helping to avoid potential disputes. A pre-claim may also be submitted by email listed below.
The claimant must provide the exact title of the work to which the claim relates, as well as detailed information regarding the user, and the time and extent of the use of the work. In order to facilitate the claim procedure, we recommend also providing supporting evidence (e.g. written confirmation from the user, event playlists, etc.).
Is there any difference between the claim form to be filed in the Slovak Republic and the one to be filed for the use of musical works abroad?
There is no difference between these forms.
What is the period of time a retroactive compliant may be filed for the use of musical works abroad?
These periods when a retroactive claim may be filed differ from country to country where the work was used.
