This information is for general guidance only; it is not legal advice.

First see:

• When you need copyright permission
• Where you get copyright permission

Things you need to consider when seeking a copyright clearance include:

• what uses or activities you need the clearance for (including all possible future uses)
• whether you need exclusive or non-exclusive rights
• how long you need the clearance for
• which territories you need the clearance for
  

More:

• Managing your rights webpage
  
• Permissions & clearances information sheet
  
• Contracts: assigning & licensing rights information sheet
• Copyright collecting societies information sheet
  
• Fees & royalties for use of copyright material information sheet

• other copyright topics