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Artists' social security contribution; advice for registered companies
If you have any questions about the artists' social security contribution, you can contact the Künstlersozialkasse.
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Procedure details
Description
The Künstlersozialkasse (KSK) will advise you on all matters relating to the artists' social security levy. You will be informed about your rights and obligations in connection with the levy under the Artists' Social Security Act.
This includes the following points:
- why are you required to pay the levy,
- when do you have to pay the levy,
- what must be included in your remuneration report,
- what is the rate of the levy,
- what is the general procedure,
- how do you meet your record-keeping obligations,
- what information do you have to give,
- when do you have to pay a surcharge for late payment,
- what is the statute of limitations,
- what is a compensation association.
Requirements
You are already registered as a company with the KSK.
Required documents
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Required Documents
You do not need to submit any documentation.
Proceedings
You ask the KSK questions by telephone or in writing or request information about the artists' social security contribution.
- The KSK will inform you in writing or by telephone
Fees
There are no costs for you.
Deadlines
You do not have to meet any deadlines.
Processing time
by telephone: usually none
in writing: usually 1 to 5 days
Legal bases
Appeal
There is no provision for appeal.
Status: 29.08.2022
Editorially responsible for prodecure description: Bundesministerium für Arbeit und Soziales
Source:
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