Why Register Your Copyright?
Copyright protects original literary, artistic, musical, cinematographic, software and other creative works by granting the owner exclusive rights. Registration provides legal evidence of ownership and enables you to enforce your rights in court【416822432466016†L44-L75】.
What Can Be Protected?
- Literary works such as books, articles, poems and scripts
- Musical compositions and recordings
- Artistic works like paintings, photographs, drawings and sculptures
- Cinematograph films and sound recordings
- Computer programs and software source code
- Architectural designs
Registration Process
- Preparation: Identify the work to register and collect copies or manuscripts.
- Application: File an application with details of the author and the work, along with prescribed fees.
- Diary Number: Receive an acknowledgement with a diary number on filing.
- Examination: The copyright office reviews the application for objections or discrepancies.
- Registration: Upon successful examination, a registration certificate is issued.
Documents Required
- Personal details of the applicant/author (Name, Address, Nationality)
- Copies of the work (manuscript, recording, software code, etc.)
- Power of Attorney if filing through an agent
- No Objection Certificate (if applicable)
Why Choose Us?
Our experienced team ensures that your copyright registration is filed accurately and efficiently. We assist with classification, documentation, filing and responding to any queries from the copyright office. Protect your intellectual property and monetise your creative efforts by engaging our services.