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BBC Sport understands the final negotiations with representatives of Pharrell Williams, singer of Happy - a song which appears in Despicable Me 2 and is one of Sabate's selections - took place on Thursday night after an agreement had been reached with Universal Pictures.
Sabate's situation became a cause celebre online, with people on social media posting #lettheminionskate to show support.
"Right now, my only goal is to give my very best on the ice and deliver a programme worthy of the affection I have received from people all around the world," he wrote.
"I am deeply moved by the love shown to a small skater from a small federation."
Sabate said previously that he had followed all required procedures and submitted the music through the International Skating Union's (ISU) ClicknClear system in August.
The Minions routine in Sabate's short program - the first of two routines in singles figure skating - has proved a hit in competitions around the world, including in Sheffield at the 2026 European Figure Skating Championships, where he finished 18th but became a fan favourite.
Sabate, a six-time Spanish champion set to make his Olympic debut in Milan, will perform to a mix of music by the Bee Gees for his free skate - the second part of his routine.
He will compete in the men's singles event at Milano Ice Skating Arena on Friday, 13 February.
