Permission for the commercial display of persons
Displays of people are events in which the physical appearance of the persons on display is in the foreground. The performances they perform (e.g. vocal performances or theatrical performances) are in the background. This term mainly covers events which:
- display the sexual stimuli of the persons concerned, or
- to satisfy the sensationalism of the audience.
Examples: Striptease or Tabledance
Permission is required for commercial displays of persons. These can be obtained by natural and legal persons. Need permission
- the organiser of the exhibition, and
- Persons who make their business premises available for the screening.
The permission for the display does not replace other permissions.
Hint: Performances with predominantly artistic, acrobatic, sporting or similar character are exempt from the permit requirement.
Legal basis
Which documents are required?
No documents are required.
Requirements
- natural or legal person
What are the fees?
The amount of the fees is determined - according to Annex 1 to § 1 paragraph 1 General Schedule of Fees of the State of Lower Saxony No. 40.1.8 - depending on the time required. However, a maximum of EUR 246.00 is charged for a single event and EUR 276.00 for several events or an indefinite period.
Processing time
Processing Time: 3 Months§ 6a paragraph 2 in conjunction with § 6a paragraph 1 Gewerbeordnung (GewO)
What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?
The permit expires if the owner has not started the business or has not exercised it for a period of one year within one year of its grant.
The deadlines may be extended for good cause.
Who should I contact?
The responsibility lies with the municipality, the Joint Community and the city.
This procedure can also be carried out through a "Point of Single Contact". The "Point of Single Contact" is a special service offered by municipalities and the state for service providers.
Responsible authorities
Einheitlicher Ansprechpartner des Landes Niedersachsen
Timetable
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