SABAM
Belgian Society of Authors, Composers and Publishers
The performance & mechanical responsible for collecting royalties in Belgium.
About SABAM
SABAM is Belgium's collective management organization for songwriters, composers, and music publishers, founded in 1922. It administers performance and mechanical rights across both the Flemish- and French-speaking regions of the country.
Belgium has a strong broadcasting tradition, an active live and electronic music scene (Tomorrowland is held in Boom each summer), and high streaming adoption. SABAM processes the resulting royalties and distributes them to members and partner societies worldwide.
For songwriters whose music earns in Belgium, SABAM is the route through which broadcast, public performance, online streaming, and reproduction royalties flow.
How SABAM works
Belgian Market Coverage
SABAM licenses public performance and mechanical reproduction of music across all of Belgium.
What It Collects
Broadcast, public performance, online streaming, and reproduction royalties for songwriters and publishers.
Distribution
SABAM distributes on a regular quarterly cycle, with separate streams for online and broadcast.
International Reach
Reciprocal agreements route Belgian royalties to members of partner societies around the world.
Why SABAM matters for songwriters
Belgium is served by SABAM for performance & mechanical royalties. Without direct registration, international songwriters rely on reciprocal agreements — which typically add 12–24 months of delay before royalties reach you.
Frequently asked questions about SABAM
What does SABAM cover?
SABAM administers performance and mechanical rights in Belgium, covering broadcasting, public performance, online streaming, and reproduction across both Flemish- and French-speaking regions.
How do international songwriters collect Belgian royalties?
Through reciprocal agreements with your home PRO — or, faster, by working with a publishing administrator that registers your works directly with SABAM.
How often does SABAM distribute royalties?
SABAM distributes on a quarterly cycle for most royalty streams, with separate cycles for specific categories such as broadcast and online.
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