Belarus introduces fees from producers and importers of audiovisual equipment for the reproduction of audiovisual works for personal use. The Council of Ministers of Belarus has determined the amount of fees and remuneration for the reproduction of audiovisual works for personal purposes. The corresponding resolution was published on the National Legal Internet Portal of the Republic and came into force on November 13. According to the document, a list of equipment produced on the territory of the Republic of Belarus will be established, as well as imported equipment used to reproduce audiovisual works for personal purposes. For manufacturers, the duty is 0.1% of the amount of revenue from the sale of equipment, for importers – 0.1% of the total cost of imported equipment. The fee for importers of material resources of works is set at 0.3% of their total value. Of the collected rewards, 25% will be directed to the Foundation of the President of Belarus to support culture and art. Up to 20% of the reward can be used for social, cultural and educational purposes. The remaining amount will be distributed among copyright holders. Payments are expected at least once a quarter, and for foreign copyright holders – at least once a year.
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