Get Copyright Va-short Form 2012-2025

This guide provides detailed instructions for individuals looking to complete the Copyright VA-Short Form online. Designed for visual arts works, this form is a straightforward method for securing copyright registration, ensuring your creative endeavors are protected.

Follow the steps to complete your Copyright VA-Short Form effectively.

1. Click 'Get Form' button to obtain the form for online completion, ensuring you have the latest version.
2. Provide the title of your work in the designated field. If there is no title, enter 'UNTITLED.' For unpublished collections, input the collection title you wish to be recorded.
3. Fill in the name and address of the author and copyright owner. You may include a pseudonym using 'pseud.' Follow this with your citizenship or where you reside.
4. Indicate the year of creation, remembering that a work is considered 'created' when it is fixed in a tangible form.
5. If your work has been published, provide the exact date of publication along with the nation where it was first published.
6. Select the type of authorship of your work by checking all applicable boxes. For example, mark '2-dimensional artwork' if you created illustrations.
7. Sign the application in black ink, ensuring the signature matches the author's name or the authorized agent's name. Check the appropriate box to confirm your role.
8. Optionally, provide the name and address of a contact person for rights and permissions concerning your work.
9. Complete the mailing address where the certificate will be sent. This must be a complete address.
10. Fill in the deposit account number if a deposit account is held with the Copyright Office, otherwise leave it blank.
11. Finalize your application by saving your changes, then you may choose to print or share the completed form as necessary.

Take the first step towards protecting your creative work by filling out your Copyright VA-Short Form online today.