Filing a Copyright Application in Other Subject Matter
Copyright application form for literary, artistic, dramatic and/or musical works.
Filing a Copyright Application in Other Subject Matter form for performances, sound recordings or communication signals.
Before You File!
The Application Process and Guide to Copyrights provide basic Copyright information.
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Filing
1. Complete the application.
Do not send a copy of your work with the application. The Copyright Office does not review or assess works, nor does it verify whether or not the title has already been used.
2. Review the application.
Once correct and complete, it is vital to print or save the completed application form for future reference.
3. Pay fees
Payments can be made using:
- American Express, MasterCard and VISA
- CIPO Deposit Account
This is not a debit card account. Please do not include any bank account information on the application. Contact the Client Service Centre for more information.
Print the credit card transaction confirmation page for future reference.
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