Licensing Tariffs
MCSN tariffs cover different uses of music across various venue types. Rates vary based on business type, size, and usage frequency.
Advertisements
TARIFF ADBackground music, live or recorded performances in advertisements and promotions.
10% – 25% of production budget (varies by budget size)
₦3,500,000 block sum
Aircrafts
TARIFF ACMusic in aircrafts registered in Nigeria via electronic/mechanical devices.
₦62.36 per passenger per average flight hour
Broadcasts (Terrestrial)
TARIFF BCMusic broadcast/transmitted live via terrestrial, cable, satellite or other devices.
Varies by state population and music content percentage (see full schedule)
Cable / Satellite TV
TARIFF BCMusic on cable and satellite television channels.
2.5% – 15% of NSR/NAR based on music content percentage
Min ₦2.4M – ₦9.6M per quarter
Call Centre / Music on Hold
TARIFF MOHRecorded music played to telephone callers on hold.
₦1,200,000 per annum
Cinema
TARIFF CMAudio and visual music materials included in cinematography.
₦1,560,000 per annum
Clubs, Bars & Lounges
TARIFF CBLLive or recorded music in nightclubs, pubs, discotheques, cafes, and dance schools.
₦170K – ₦1.05M+ based on device type and capacity
Concerts & Live Events
TARIFF CTLive or recorded music at concert venues with admission charges.
Based on venue capacity and ticket pricing
Hotels & Hospitality
TARIFF HTBackground and entertainment music in hotels, resorts, and similar establishments.
Based on room count and facility type
Retail & Shopping
TARIFF RTBackground music in retail stores, shopping malls, and supermarkets.
Based on floor area and number of locations
Gyms & Fitness
TARIFF GFMusic in gyms, fitness centres, swimming pools, yoga studios, and wellness centres.
Based on capacity and usage frequency
Restaurants & Eateries
TARIFF REBackground and live music in restaurants, cafes, and food establishments.
Based on seating capacity and music type
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