Last updated on October 3, 2025
No, hosting film festivals in Italy requires clearance from the Italian Society of Authors and Publishers (SIAE) for any music used during screenings or events. As of 2023, organizers must declare all musical content — including background scores and intermission tracks — and pay applicable royalties. Failure to comply may result in fines or cancellation of the event.
https://www.siae.it/it/autori/organizzazione-eventi
May 2023