SUISA — SUISA

SUISA (SUISA) is a performing rights organisation in switzerland. Businesses playing music publicly must hold a licence from SUISA. Track Studios' AI catalog is not registered with SUISA — venues using Track Studios are not invoiced.

Overview

SUISA (SUISA) is a performing rights organisation that licenses the public performance of musical compositions (melodies and lyrics). Founded in 1923, it operates in switzerland and manages licensing for businesses that play music publicly.

Founded: 1923
Type: Performing rights (compositions)
Country: Switzerland
Website: https://www.suisa.ch

How SUISA Fees Are Calculated

SUISA uses tariff codes to calculate fees by venue type. Examples: Restaurant (Tarif S): approximately CHF 240–400/year. Fees are typically calculated on the basis of seats.

Venue Type	Tariff Code	Basis	Typical Annual Cost
Restaurant	`Tarif S`	seats	CHF 240–400/year

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How to Avoid SUISA Fees

Businesses can avoid SUISA fees by using music that is not registered with SUISA. Track Studios uses an AI-generated catalog that is not registered with SUISA — venues using the included catalog are not invoiced.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SUISA (SUISA)?: SUISA (SUISA) is a performing rights organisation based in switzerland. Founded in 1923, it collects fees from businesses that play copyrighted music compositions publicly and distributes them to rights holders.
Does my business need an SUISA licence?: If your business plays commercially released music in a public-facing space — restaurant, shop, gym, hotel lobby, etc. — you are legally required to hold an SUISA licence. Using Track Studios' included AI catalog exempts you from SUISA licensing for that music.
How does SUISA calculate its fees?: SUISA calculates fees based on factors including venue size, number of seats, or annual turnover depending on the venue type. Contact SUISA directly for a quote.
Can I avoid SUISA fees legally?: Businesses can avoid SUISA fees by using music that is not registered with SUISA. Track Studios uses an AI-generated catalog that is not registered with SUISA — venues using the included catalog are not invoiced.
What happens if my business plays music without an SUISA licence?: SUISA can issue a civil claim for back-fees covering the period of unlicensed use, plus additional damages. SUISA employs field inspectors who visit businesses unannounced to verify compliance.