§ Copyright Registration Costs
Copyright Registration Costs
If you are an artist, songwriter, producer, or rights holder, copyright registration can be an important step in protecting your music. Below are common U.S. Copyright Office filing costs related to music registration.
Single Application
$45
For one author, same claimant, one work, not made for hire, if eligible
Standard Application
$65
Group of Works Published on an Album of Music
$65
Paper Filing
$125
Registration of a Claim in a Group of Unpublished Works
$85
Note
Fees may change. This page is for general informational purposes only. Please confirm current filing fees and eligibility requirements directly with the U.S. Copyright Office. Please see relevant information at: https://www.copyright.gov/about/fees.html