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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly worth Sh100 million ($1 million) a booking as virtual speakers, while a leaked document outlines the strict control they're allegedly demanding over such engagments.
Before even sending the Duke and Duchess of Sussex an invitation event organisers must specify the fee as well as full sponsorship details, it has been reported.
The four-page 'Virtual Event Request Form' issued by the Harry Walker Agency (HWA) and seen by the Daily Telegraph also asks to know what "connection format" will be used and what the contingency plan is in case there is a technical failure.
The couple - who stepped down as senior royals in March and now live in LA - also reportedly want the final word on who introduces and moderates during their speeches.
The Sussexes were reported to have signed up to New York-based speakers' bureau HWA in June, following in the footsteps of the Obamas, Clintons and Oprah Winfrey.
It comes after they signed a reported Sh 15 billion ($150 million) deal to produce projects for streaming service Netflix and are said to be able to earn Sh100 million ($1 million) per engagement.
As part of their divorce settlement with the royals, Harry and Meghan agreed not to engage in commercial activities that might embarrass the Queen.
As such, the form says they require details of all sponsors, regardless of whether they are directly involved with any particular presentation.
"If you were to lose one or more of the above sponsors, would your organisation still be able to move forward with this event?
"What will the audience see on screen? Will you incorporate any branding? What will the speaker see on screen prior to and during their presentation?" it adds.
Harry was reportedly paid a six-figure sum after speaking about his therapy following the death of mum Diana, Princess of Wales, at a JP Morgan event in February.
In the wake of the Netflix deal, the duke has paid back the £2.4 million of taxpayers' money used to renovate Frogmore Cottage.
A spokesman for Harry confirmed on Tuesday the duke had paid the bill in full by making a contribution to the Sovereign Grant.
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