What is the permission process?

The permissions process involves three steps:

Step 1: We ask that you submit both the completed permission log and copies of all permission licenses for any third-party images, figures, tables, boxes used in your [chapter/book]. Please ensure to update the yellow highlighted columns in the permission log which are mandatory fields. A sample permission log is also attached here(Opens in a new tab or window) for your reference.

For more information on how to fill a permission log, please refer to this video here.

Step 2: Obtain any necessary permissions licenses or other approvals in writing from the rightsholders of the materials – this is usually but not always the publisher for any published works. Please also be aware that some publishers may have a longer turnaround time and some permissions may also be subject to fees.

Step 3: Please return the completed permissions log and copies of any permissions licenses to the assigned Copyright Coordinator. If your chapter/book exclusively contains only figures/tables created by you or your co-author and therefore requires no permissions, please confirm this with the assigned Copyright Coordinator. In this case, a permission log is not required, however we will require your confirmation via an email.

Please note that it is a legal requirement for us to have proof of permission to reuse any figures/tables/substantial text excerpts not original to your [chapter/book], as without this documentation Elsevier may be unable to publish the material in question. 

For any further clarifications, you can submit your query via our online form.