Copyrights in China
Protect your original creations in one of the world’s most competitive and content-rich markets.
At tmregisterchina.com, we help international clients register their copyrights in China—ensuring that their creative works are legally recognized and protected against unauthorized use.
Whether you're a writer, artist, developer, designer, or content creator, our team based in Shanghai provides end-to-end support for copyright registration through official channels, including the National Copyright Administration of China (NCAC).
Why Register Copyright in China?
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Five Key Benefits of Registering Copyright in China
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Establishes a government-issued certificate that serves as conclusive proof of authorship and ownership in any legal dispute.
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Empowers you to sue infringers in Chinese courts, request customs seizures of counterfeit goods, and obtain rapid administrative enforcement without extra evidentiary hurdles.
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Turns your creative work into a licensable asset, enabling royalty streams from publishing, franchising, SaaS, and cross-border distribution agreements.
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Enhances corporate valuations during due diligence, IPOs, or M&A deals, and allows the work to be pledged as collateral for bank financing.
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Satisfies eligibility requirements for national and local innovation grants, high-tech enterprise status, and R&D subsidies that demand registered IP.
The Types of Copyrights You Can Register in China
Literary Works
Includes novels, essays, poems, articles, advertising copy, instruction manuals, and scripts.
Artistic Works
Such as illustrations, logos (non-trademark), drawings, paintings, comics, posters, and packaging designs.
Musical Works
Includes melodies, lyrics, compositions, and musical scores (with or without lyrics).
Dramatic and Choreographic Works
Covers stage plays, operas, dances, and other performance-based works.
Cinematographic and Audiovisual Works
Includes films, TV series, documentaries, commercials, animations, and short videos.
Photographic Works
Creative photographs used in media, product display, advertising, or art.
Graphic and Design Works
Engineering drawings, architectural plans, maps, technical diagrams, flowcharts, and visual data presentations.
Computer Software
Collections of works (e.g., encyclopedias, databases, anthologies) that show originality in selection or arrangement.
Dramatic and Choreographic Works
Covers stage plays, operas, dances, and other performance-based works.
Why Choose Us
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For Foreign Business - English-speaking IP experts and lawyers
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Full NCAC & Court Representation - Be your representative from filling to enforcement
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All-in-one price: Translation fees, government fees, photo revision fees, sample making fees are included
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100% Refundable before submission to NCAC
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Proven Success - Trusted by 300+ international companies
What We Offer
Comprehensive Guidance
At TMRegisterChina, we offer comprehensive guidance for trademark registration, ensuring that all aspects of the process are handled with precision and care. Our team of legal experts provides valuable insights and support to streamline your copyright registration journey.
Document Preparation and Submission
We specialize in document preparation, including foreign documents translation and submission in 3 days, taking the complexity out of the paperwork involved in registration. Our meticulous approach and attention to detail ensure that your documents or samples are accurately prepared and submitted for efficient processing.
Expediate Filing with NCAC
We handle the entire application process, including document preparation, digital submission, and tracking. Our team ensures that your application is filed correctly and efficiently with the National Copyright Administration of China (NCAC). You are entitled to receive your copyright certificate in weeks.
Office Actions & Ongoing Communication
If the National Copyright Administration of China (NCAC) requests revisions or additional information, we can respond promptly and professionally. We guide you through each step to increase your chances of approval.
Post-Grant Support & Maintenance
After your registration is granted, we help you manage renewals, maintain your legal rights, and respond to potential infringements. We also offer support for licensing, enforcement, or litigation if necessary.
Our Working Process
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Consult & Quote
Different copyright will have different fees. Submit your quotation and receive our quote and suggestion
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Sign and Payment
Sign the service contract and complete your payment online
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Document Preparation
Fill out the application form and prepare the required materials
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Registration Completion
Submit the official application and wait for the official approval
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