1. Service Overview
Copyright change (Recordation/Amendment) in the U.S. includes ownership transfer, author information updates, company legal name changes, assignment filings, mergers, and corrections of previous filings. We assist with preparing documents and submitting the change request to the U.S. Copyright Office.
2. Key Advantages of Our Service
- ✅ Change Type Consultation: Determine whether the change is assignment, name update, merger, correction, or rights transfer.
- ✅ Document Drafting: Prepare transfer agreements, name change certificates, merger documents, and required declarations.
- ✅ USCO Filing Support: Submit the amendment or recordation request to the U.S. Copyright Office.
- ✅ Progress Tracking: Monitor the processing status until the change is officially recorded.
- ✅ Multi-Work Support: Handle bulk transfers or assignment updates for multiple works.
3. The Copyright Change Process in the United States
Processing time usually ranges from 2–8 weeks depending on the type of amendment. We ensure all documentation meets U.S. Copyright Office standards.
Step-by-Step Copyright Change Process
Full workflow for copyright transfer, name updates, corrections, and ownership changes.
Type Confirmation
Identify whether the change is a transfer, merger, correction, or name update.
Document Preparation
Draft assignment agreements, name change certificates, or correction statements.
USCO Filing
Submit the change request via the U.S. Copyright Office Recordation system.
Review & Processing
USCO examines and confirms the update (2–8 weeks).
Official Record Update
The change is officially added to the U.S. Copyright Office record.
4. Fee Structure for U.S. Copyright Change
| Project | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Recordation of Transfer / Assignment | $125 (per document) |
| Correction of Existing Registration | $150 |
| Name Change / Corporate Merger Update | $125 |
| Recordation for Multiple Works | $125 + $10 per additional title |
| Expedited Processing (Special Handling) | $800 |
5. What We Need From You
- Transfer / Assignment Agreement: Required for ownership or rights transfer.
- Name Change Proof: Business license updates or official certificates for company name change.
- Work Information: List of titles and registration numbers involved.
- Power of Attorney: Only required if we submit the change on your behalf.
Need to Update U.S. Copyright Records?
We handle copyright transfers, author updates, mergers, corrections, and ownership changes for all types of works.