online event
Hit the right note with your music business in the EU
Are you a touring artist, or in the music or performing arts business and want to know what you need to do to tour across Europe? We are here to help demystify the process and make the requirements much easier to understand.
What you’ll learn
- increased awareness of documentation for EU touring
- better understanding of EU Member State visa and work permit arrangements
- better knowledge of VAT issues around selling music merchandise in the EU
Description
Music is an important export sector for the UK, totalling £4 billion in 2022 (source: UK Music) - do you want to be part of that too? The European Union and the rest of the world broadly account for the same levels of export income, with the EU being the springboard for newer independent music exporters.
UK creative artists face continued challenges touring markets across the EU. However, we are here to help you explore how to overcome these challenges so you can confidently tour across Europe again, or for the first time.
This session will feature music industry and government speakers who will provide advice on the export documentation you need to complete. They'll also talk you through the steps in how to secure visas and work permits. Finally, they will cover specific issues related to touring that you may face, including market-specific considerations, VAT and any restrictions on transportation of equipment.
This session is ideal for first time and experienced exporters and aimed at all creative businesses in the music or performing arts industry, including music managers, agents, independent record labels and music logistics companies.
Speakers
Andy Corrigan
Managing Director, Viva La Visa
Viva La Visa is a visa company for the entertainment industry, created by Andy in 2009. As an experienced musician and touring veteran he wanted to ensure that tour managers, as well as other organisations, have access to assistance when it comes to navigating the complicated 'minefield' of visas, work permits and travel documentation.
Kenny Scott
Engagement Lead, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC)
Kenny is part of the team who work on the customs measures intended to simplify customs import and export processes for traders, taking advantage of new freedoms following EU exit.
Neil Semple
Deputy Head, Creative Industries Team, Department for Business and Trade (DBT)
Neil heads up the Creative Content Specialists team, that lead on supporting exports in film, TV, music, video games and publishing.
Paul Taylor
Head of International Markets, Export Support Service, Department for Business and Trade (DBT)
The Export Support Service (ESS) is the first point of contact for British businesses who need support with or have questions about exporting. Paul heads up the ESS International Markets team, a network of over 80 trade specialists in British Embassies and Consulates in 45 markets globally, focused on providing exporting guidance, contacts and support to UK SMEs.