As a performing artist in Belgium, you don’t want to miss out on a single penny of neighbouring rights. That’s why it’s crucial for you to submit your declarations on time, and get familiar with the PlayRight distribution calendar.  

In this article, you will find out when you’ll need to declare your performances and when PlayRight will make its payments to you.  

Deadlines for submitting declarations 

You can still declare performances from the following reference years up to and including 31 December 2026: 

• Audiovisual performances for the 2023 reference year 

• Musical performances for the 2023 reference year 

• Non-musical works for the reference years 2006 through 2023 

What is PlayRight’s distribution calendar?

The distribution calendar shows when PlayRight pays out neighbouring rights revenues to artists and performers.

Each type of right (music, audiovisual, supplementary, foreign, etc.) has its own payment date.

The calendar helps you know when to expect a distribution — useful for your financial planning.

Why these deadlines are important

• You retain your right to payment: if you are late with your declaration, you lose that right for that year.
• You can plan better: thanks to the calendar, you know exactly when your income will arrive.
• Your administration stays in order: entering your performances regularly prevents last-minute stress at the end of the year.

Practical tips for artists and performers

1. Note the deadlines in your digital calendar (e.g. 31/12/2026).
2. Check every quarter that your new performances have been entered correctly in your PlayRight profile.
3. Keep supporting documents (such as contracts or broadcasts) for possible verification.
4. Check the distribution calendar annually — the dates may change from year to year.

Conclusion: be on time and stay informed

The PlayRight distribution calendar is your best guide to knowing when your royalties will be paid.

By reporting your performances in good time before 31 December 2026, you can be sure of receiving a correct and complete payment.

Consult the full calendar at https://playright.be/en/distribution-calendar/

Log in to your PlayRight account to check your performances

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Belgian artists deserve every euro of their royalties — don’t let any go to waste!