Appearance Fee

/əˈpɪərəns fiː/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A payment made to an individual for appearing at an event, irrespective of performance or outcome.
    The speaker received an appearance fee for attending the conference.

Forms

  • appearance fees

Commentary

Appearance fees are often found in contracts for entertainers, athletes, or speakers, distinct from fees based on performance; clarity in contract drafting helps avoid disputes over payment triggers.

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