Guidance

Copyright Recordal in China

UK companies may benefit from voluntary copyright recordal as part of a China IP strategy.

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 13 June 2017
• Last updated: 6 December 2019 — See all updates

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Copyright Recordal in China

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Copyright recordal is not mandatory in China. However, it is recommended that UK companies consider voluntary recordal of copyright. Recordal can help prove copyright ownership in infringement actions and other disputes, administrative procedures, and commercial negotiations.

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Published 13 June 2017
Last updated 6 December 2019 + show all updates

1. 6 December 2019

   Updated Copyright Recordal in China

2. 29 July 2019

   Updated document

3. 13 June 2017

   First published.