Copyright Registration

NGN10,000

We handle everything—from filing your application to securing your official copyright certificate from the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC).

One-time payment – No hidden fees!
Fast processing – Get your NCC-issued copyright certificate in 3-15 business days.

01. Add to Cart

02. Submit Your Work

03. We Handle the Registration

04. Get Your Copyright Certificate

What’s Included in Our NCC Copyright Registration Service:

Official Copyright Certificate: Get your NCC-issued certificate as legal proof in 3-15 business days, registered in the official NCC Register.
Full Music Protection: Register your Musical Works (composition, lyrics, melody, harmony, arrangement) and Sound Recordings (e.g., MP3, WAV, including performances by musicians and producers) with separate applications for complete coverage.
Hassle-Free Documentation: We handle all paperwork and ensure compliance with Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) requirements.
Strong Legal Support: Backed by the Copyright Act 2022, your work gets long-term protection—life + 70 years for Musical Works, 50 years for Sound Recordings.

To register a copyright with the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), you must provide the following:

Eligibility: Your work must be original, created by you or an authorized party, and fixed in a tangible medium (e.g., sheet music, lyrics, recordings) so it can be perceived or reproduced.
Work Category: Select the correct category - Musical Work (Covers compositions, including lyrics, melodies, harmonies, and arrangements) and Sound Recording (Covers recorded performances (e.g., MP3s, WAVs, CDs, or DVDs)).
Title of Work: Provide a title (max 70 characters) for smooth processing and inclusion on your certificate.
Medium of Fixation: Specify the format in which your work is stored (e.g., CD, paper, VCD, DVD).
Author Information: Musical Works (List the composer(s) and lyricist(s), or all contributors for joint works) or Sound Recordings (Identify the performer, producer or label as the author. Covers or remixes require permission from the original owner).
Copyright Transfer (If Applicable): If you’re not the original owner, provide details of copyright transfer, including Nature of the transfer, Parties involved, Territory covered, Duration of rights.
Publication Status: State whether the work is published, including the year and country of first publication, if applicable.

Why Choose 1710Media for Copyright Registration?

Legal Power in Disputes: Your NCC certificate is key evidence in court, simplifying wins in infringement cases, securing damages, or halting unauthorized use (Section 43).
Global Reach & Revenue: Safeguard your work in over 178 countries via treaties like the Berne Convention, unlocking licensing, royalties, and global deals.
Stop Theft, Online & Offline: Fight piracy with legal action, customs enforcement, and online takedowns.
Creative Control: Prevent copying, ensure Authors (Songwriters, composers, and performers) get credited, and maintain authority over your music’s use.
Financial Freedom: Maximize earnings with a secure legal foundation for licensing and sales.
Boost Your Reputation: Show professionalism with an NCC-registered copyright, enhancing your legacy.
Peace of Mind: Create confidently, knowing your music—and cultural heritage—is protected.
Long-Term Security: Enjoy protection for your lifetime + 70 years (musical works) or 50 years from release (sound recordings), enhanced by registration.
Moral Integrity: Claim authorship and block misuse or distortion of your work, a personal right upheld during your lifetime (Section 14).

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