Copyright Advisory

Copyright protects original literary, artistic, musical, dramatic, and other creative works by granting the creator exclusive rights over the use and exploitation of their works. We provide comprehensive copyright advisory services to help creators, businesses, publishers, software developers, and international clients understand, protect, and manage their copyright interests in Myanmar.

Our experienced professionals offer practical legal advice on copyright ownership, licensing, assignments, infringement issues, and copyright registration procedures in accordance with the Myanmar Copyright Law.

Estimated Time Frame

The time required depends on the nature of the work and the services requested.
Service
  • Initial Review
  • Document Review
  • Preparation of Legal Documents
  • Copyright Registration Filing
  • Registration Process
Estimated Time
  • 1-3 working days
  • 2–5 working days
  • 3–7 working days
  • Same day or next working day after receipt of complete documents
  • Subject to the Intellectual Property Department (IPD) processing timeline

Required Documents

The following information and documents are generally required:
Applicant Information
  1. Full name and address
  2. Nationality or country of incorporation
  3. Type of legal entity (for companies)
  4. Information on the Work
  5. Title of the work
  6. Type of work (e.g., literary, artistic, musical, software, audiovisual, photograph, architectural work, etc.)
  7. Date of creation
  8. Date of first publication (if applicable)
  9. Brief description of the work
  10. Copy of the Work
Depending on the nature of the work
  1. Literary work (book, article, manuscript, etc.)
  2. Artistic work (photographs, drawings, paintings, logos, illustrations, etc.)
  3. Computer software (source code excerpts or other required materials)
  4. Musical works
  5. Audio-visual works
  6. Other copyrightable materials
  7. Additional Documents
  8. Power of Attorney (if filing through an agent)
  9. Deed of Assignment (if ownership has been transferred)
  10. Licence Agreement (where applicable)
  11. Other supporting documents required by the Intellectual Property Department
Why Choose Shane Phone Thaw Co., Ltd.?
  1. Experienced intellectual property professionals
  2. Practical legal advice tailored to your business
  3. Assistance with copyright ownership and licensing matters
  4. Preparation of legal agreements and supporting documentation
  5. Prompt communication and regular updates
  6. Transparent professional fees
  7. Dedicated support for local and international clients

Whether you are an individual creator, a start-up, a software developer, or a multinational enterprise, Shane Phone Thaw Co., Ltd. is committed to providing reliable and professional copyright advisory services to help protect and maximize the value of your creative works in Myanmar