ASCAP Payment System
ASCAP Distribution Schedule*
ASCAP Distribution Schedule Update
Due to anticipated disruptions caused by the global COVID-19 crisis, ASCAP has transitioned to a more flexible distribution schedule for the remainder of 2020 and 2021.
Target dates for distributions are estimates only and subject to change without notice.
| 2020 Dates* | Distribution Type | Performance Period |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, January 6, 2020 | Domestic Writer Distribution | April, May & June 2019 (2Q19) |
| Monday, February 10, 2020 | International Distribution | |
| Friday, March 20, 2020 | Domestic Publishers Distribution | March 2020 Domestic Publishers Distribution. Quarterly Domestic Distribution for 3rd quarter 2019 (July, August, September) performances. Concert performances: Symphonic and recital – October 2018 through September 2019. Educational – September 2018 through August 2019. |
| Tuesday, April 28, 2020 | Domestic Writer Distribution | April 2020 Domestic Writer Distribution. Quarterly Domestic Distribution for 3rd quarter 2019 (July, August, September) performances. Concert performances: Symphonic and recital – October 2018 through September 2019. Educational – September 2018 through August 2019. |
| Monday, May 11, 2020 | International Distribution | |
| July 2020 | Domestic Writer Distribution | October, November & December 2019 (4Q19) |
| August 2020 | International Distribution | |
| September 2020 | Domestic Publishers Distribution | January, February & March 2020 (1Q20) |
| October 2020 | Domestic Writer Distribution | January, February & March 2019 (1Q20) |
| November 2020 | International Distribution | |
| December 2020 | Domestic Publishers Distribution | April, May & June 2020 (2Q20) |
| 2021 Dates* | Distribution Type | Performance Period |
|---|---|---|
| January 2021 | Domestic Writer Distribution | April, May & June 2020 (2Q20) |
*As a result of the COVID-19 situation, the US Postal Service is not currently accepting, and ASCAP cannot send, mail (including checks and statements) destined for certain countries. Visit the USPS International Service Alerts page for the most up to date information on mail service disruptions.