How to Submit a Writer Application (Performing Rights & Reproduction Rights)

This application is for composers, songwriters, and lyricists.

How to Submit a Writer Application (Performing Rights & Reproduction Rights)

Use this guide to submit a Writer Application for both Performing Rights (PR) and Reproduction Rights (RR) through the SOCAN Member Portal.

Before You Start

Log in to the SOCAN Member Portal
Have your personal, tax, and banking information ready
Selecting PR & RR means some personal and business information will be shared across accounts
You can review and edit your application before submitting

Step 1 — Access My Applications

1. Log in to the SOCAN Member Portal
2. Scroll to the bottom of the homepage
3. Locate My Applications (above My Cases and below Cue Sheets)

Step 2 — Create a New Application

1. Click + Create New Application (top-right of the My Applications section)
2. Select Writer Application

Step 3 — Select Member Rights Type

1. Under Member Rights Type, select:
• Performing Rights (PR) and Reproduction Rights (RR)
2. Review the notification regarding information sharing
3. Click Next

Step 4 — Enter Personal Information

1. Complete the Personal Information section:
• Full name
• Date of birth

Step 5 — Enter Address & Contact Details

1. Complete the Address and Contact Details section
2. Ensure all mandatory fields (*) are filled in

Step 6 — Communication Preferences

1. In Communication Information:
• Select your preferred Language (English or French)
• Select How did you hear about us?

Step 7 — Accept Terms & Conditions

1. Select Yes to agree to SOCAN’s Terms and Conditions of Membership
2. Click Next

Step 8 — Select U.S. Society of Affiliation

1. Choose one of the following:
• ASCAP
• BMI
• SESAC
2. Click Next

Step 9 — Tax Information

1. Enter the required SIN/SNN
2. Select your Country of Residence for Tax Purposes

Step 10 — Banking Information

1. Select Bank Account Location:
• Canadian bank account
• U.S. bank account
• Outside Canada and the U.S.
2. Complete all mandatory banking fields (*)

Step 11 — Rightsholder Information (Optional)

You may enter optional details such as:

• Name of company or representative
• SOCAN Performing Rights member number or IPI number

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Step 12 — Territory Selection

1. Select one licensing option:
• Canada only
• Canada and the rest of the world
2. Indicate if there is a territory restriction
• If yes, enter the details provided

Step 13 — Offerings & Licensing Rights

1. Under Please indicate if you want SOCAN to represent you for:
• Select World or Canada only
2. Select:
• Rights granted exclusively to SOCAN
• Rights granted non-exclusively to SOCAN
3. Indicate any licensing restrictions if applicable
4. Click Next

Step 14 — Review & Submit

1. Review all details on the Application Review page
2. If changes are needed, click Previous to edit
3. When ready, click Submit

What Happens Next?

Once submitted, your application will be reviewed by SOCAN. You may be contacted if additional information is required. You can check the status of your application directly in the member portal.

Need Help?

Open a New "Support Request" Case in your member portal.

How to Submit a Case in the Member Portal

Email us at: members@socan.com or call the Membership Team at 1-866-307-6226