Detailed, simple and effective instructions for copyright registration

Owning a creative work alone is not enough to protect you from plagiarism or unauthorized use. What truly matters is concrete action – specifically, registering copyright. This legal procedure not only affirms your lawful ownership but also serves as a solid “legal shield” for your intellectual property.

1. What is Copyright Registration?

Copyright registration is a legal procedure to confirm the ownership of an individual or organization over a created work. The work can belong to various fields such as literature, art, science, software, teaching materials, paintings, musical works, etc.

Registration at the Copyright Office helps the owner be legally protected in cases of disputes, copying, or unauthorized use.

2. Why Should You Register Copyright?

Amid rampant plagiarism risks and increasing legal challenges, registering copyright has become an indispensable step if you want to comprehensively protect your creative assets:

• Affirm lawful ownership of the work
• Prevent copying and plagiarism
• Legal basis for handling violations during disputes
• Increase commercial value of the work and personal/business brand
• Support intellectual property valuation for transfers and capital contributions

3. Subjects and Conditions for Copyright Registration

Before proceeding with registration, make sure you meet the following conditions:

3.1. Who Can Register?

• Individuals who are the creators of the work
• Co-authors (multiple people co-creating the work)
• Organizations using the work under assignment or creative hiring contracts

3.2. Protection Conditions:

• The work must be a result of creative labor and originality
• It must be expressed in a specific physical form (writing, drawing, recording, photography, etc.)

4. Complete Dossier for Copyright Registration

To avoid file rejection or additional requests, carefully prepare the following documents:

• Copyright registration application form as per the template
• 02 copies of the work (printed or electronic format)
• Power of attorney (if submitting through a legal representative)
• Documents proving the right to apply (if not the author)
• Copy of ID card/ID document or business license of the applying organization
• Consent document (in case of co-authors)

5. Step-by-Step Copyright Registration Process

Follow each step below to master the copyright registration process comprehensively and legally:

Step 1: Prepare Dossier

Gather all documents listed above.

Step 2: Submit Dossier

Submit the dossier directly at the Copyright Office (Hanoi) or at representative offices in Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang. Additionally, you can submit by post or through a representative.

Step 3: Receive and Process Dossier

The Copyright Office will verify the validity of the dossier. If incomplete, you will be notified to supplement it.

Step 4: Issue Copyright Certificate

Within 15 working days, if the dossier is valid, the Office will issue a Copyright Certificate to the applicant.

6. Important Notes When Registering Copyright

During the copyright registration process, pay close attention to the following to avoid unfortunate mistakes:

• Not all works need to be registered – only those with high exploitation value or high risk of copying
• Work information must be complete, consistent, and accurate
• Submitting via legal representative saves time and reduces rejection risks
• The work is only protected after the Copyright Certificate is issued

7. Copyright Registration Service at Luật Thiên Di

Handling administrative procedures yourself may cost you significant time, effort, and hassle. Instead of going through a complex journey, let Luật Thiên Di help you streamline the process and maximize efficiency:

• First, we will consult and evaluate the protection potential of your work, analyzing potential legal risks.
• Then, we assist in searching for similar works in the system to avoid rejection due to duplication.
• Next, we professionally draft dossiers fully compliant with current legal regulations.
• We continuously monitor the dossier process and provide timely feedback.
• In case of complaints, disputes, or dossier rejection, our legal team will effectively support dispute resolution.

Luật Thiên Di does not just offer a service – we accompany you in protecting every creative idea.

8. Contact Information and Free Consultation

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