You submit your objection to the artists' social security contribution obligation in writing to the KSK.

You should note the following points in your letter:

• You explain which determination or determinations you would like and give reasons for this request. For example, you could write
  • why you are not subject to the artists' social security contribution or
  • why the start date of the artists' social security contribution obligation was incorrectly determined.
• You can submit the reasons and any further documents at a later date at any time.

If your information or previously submitted documents are not sufficient for a decision on your objection, the KSK will contact you.

To ensure that your appeal is successful, you should adhere to the deadlines set by the KSK. Deadline extensions are possible on request.

If a decision has not yet been made on your objection, you can withdraw it at any time.

You will receive written notification of the decision on your objection.

• If the KSK has wrongly or incorrectly determined your obligation to pay the artists' social security contribution, it will revoke the old decision and you will receive a new decision.
• If the KSK considers your objections to be unjustified, the KSK's Appeals Committee will decide on your appeal:
  • If the Appeals Committee decides in your favor, you will also receive a written decision.
  • If the Appeals Committee confirms the KSK's decision, you will receive a written notice of appeal explaining the reasons for this.