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We provide comprehensive copyright registration and protection services across Asia. Our team of IP professionals, with deep expertise in Asian copyright laws, works closely with local associates to safeguard clients' creative works throughout the region.

 

Leveraging firsthand knowledge of Asia's diverse legal systems, we deliver strategic counsel on copyright matters - from registration to enforcement - tailored to each jurisdiction's requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

  Methods of Treatments Extension of Patent Term Available Substantive Examination Computer Programs Patentable Surcharges Payable Languages
China Not Allowed No Yes No Yes English
Hong Kong Pharmaceutical products not patentable No Yes No Yes French & Arabic
Taiwan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Macao Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Vietnam Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Singapore Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Japan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Philippines Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
South Korea Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Thailand Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
United Arab Emirates Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
India Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Pakistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Sri Lanka Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Kazakhstan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Uzbekistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Iraq Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Iran Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
North Korea Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Nepal Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Myanmar Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Mongolia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Armenia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Georgia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Tajikistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Kyrgyzstan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Republic of Maldives Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Azerbaijan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Palestine Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Laos Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Brunei Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Cambodia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Turkmenistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Yemen Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Jordan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Saudi Arabia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Qatar Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Kuwait Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Bahrain Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Syria Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Lebanon Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Israel Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Oman Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Afghanistan Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Malaysia Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Bangladesh Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Timor-Leste Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Cyprus Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
Palestine Yes Yes No No 3 Years Yes
FAQs
Trade Mark Information
  • Q
    Documents for Paris Convention priority applications in Asia?
    A
    Necessary documents: 1) Priority document 2) Certified English translation (for China/Japan) 3) Declaration of priority. Korea allows late priority claims within 2 months. India requires verified priority documents within 3 months.
  • Q
    What are the novelty requirements in Asia?
    A
    Absolute novelty standard in China/Japan/Korea. India allows 12-month grace period for disclosures. ASEAN countries generally follow absolute novelty but enforcement varies. Prior art includes worldwide publications and some countries consider prior use.
  • Q
    Patent term and maintenance fee schedules in Asia?
    A

    Standard 20-year term applies regionally. China/Japan require annual fees, while Korea uses 3-year cycles. India has unique "working" requirement with Form 27. Pharmaceutical patents may get term extensions in Japan/Korea.

Patent Information
  • Q
    What documents are required for ordinary patent applications in Asia?
    A
    Basic requirements include: 1) Specification with claims 2) Drawings 3) Abstract. China and Korea require Chinese/Korean translations. Japan accepts English applications but requires translation within 14 months. India mandates Form 1-5 submissions.
Registered Design Information
  • Q
    Requirements for PCT national phase entry in Asia?
    A

    Standard documents: 1) PCT publication 2) International Search Report 3) Amendments (if any). China requires full Chinese translation within 30 months. Japan/Korea allow 30-month entry with English applications. India has strict biological material deposit requirements.

What We Do

What We Do

Chang Tsi & Partners specializes in comprehensive copyright protection across Asia, covering registration, licensing, and enforcement matters.

 

We take pride in landmark cases that demonstrate the profound value of copyright protection. For instance, our team successfully represented the estate of renowned Vietnamese war photographer Nick Ut in safeguarding copyright to his iconic "Napalm Girl" image. As Ut recalled: "In that moment, I knew I had to document the truth - the innocent victims of war." Our firm not only secured the photographer's rights but established a licensing framework ensuring ongoing benefits for his legacy.

 

These experiences underscore how copyright preserves powerful cultural moments while protecting creators' rights. As a leading IP firm in Asia, Chang Tsi & Partners combines legal expertise with deep regional understanding to safeguard your creative works throughout their lifecycle.

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