Copyright Registration in Vietnam: Common Mistakes That Can Cost You Your Copyright Protection

ASL LAW copyright attorneys reviewing a copyright registration application and identifying common mistakes that could jeopardize protection at Hanoi office.

Copyright registration in Vietnam can give businesses valuable evidence of ownership over creative works, but the registration process is not simply a matter of completing a form and submitting a copy of the work. Errors concerning authorship, ownership, the type of work, supporting documents, or the information provided to the authorities may create difficulties when…

From the Habit of Playing Music for Free to Copyright Royalty Obligations: A New Compliance Challenge for Small Business Owners

ASL LAW intellectual property attorneys explaining music copyright royalty obligations under Decree 134/2026 to a small business owner at the Hanoi office

For many years, most café and beverage shop owners in Vietnam have routinely played music through YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and other online platforms. Some even continue to use old USB drives containing thousands of songs downloaded years ago to create a relaxing atmosphere for customers, rarely questioning whether copyright obligations might arise. The ease…

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