ISBN

ISBN Registration in Canada

In Canada, ISBNs are issued free of charge by Library and Archives Canada (LAC).

1. Register as a Publisher:

o Visit the Library and Archives Canada ISBN Service.
o Create an account using your publishing company’s details (Bethel Publishing House, Toronto branch).
o Approval may take a few business days.

2. Request ISBNs:

Once registered, log in and request an ISBN for each book.
ISBNs are issued instantly or within a short time.

3. Assign the ISBN to the Book:

Each format (print, eBook, audiobook) needs a separate ISBN.
The ISBN should be placed on the copyright page and the back cover (for printed books).

4. Submit Legal Deposit:

Canadian law requires publishers to submit copies of books to Library and Archives Canada.
More details: Legal Deposit.

ISBN Registration in the USA

In the United States, ISBNs are issued by Bowker (the only official ISBN agency).

1. Register with Bowker:

o Visit Bowker’s ISBN website.
o Create an account under Bethel Publishing House’s USA branch.

2. Purchase ISBNs:

o ISBNs in the USA are not free. Pricing:
 1 ISBN = $125
 10 ISBNs = $295
 100 ISBNs = $575
 1,000 ISBNs = $1,500
o Bulk purchases are more cost-effective.

3. Assign ISBNs to Books:

o Each format (hardcover, paperback, eBook) needs a unique ISBN.
o Enter book details on Bowker’s portal.

4. Barcode Generation (Optional):

o Bowker provides barcodes for ISBNs (optional but recommended for retail distribution).
o Cost: $25 per barcode or free using third-party barcode generators.

ISBN Registration in South Africa

In South Africa, ISBNs are free and issued by the National Library of South Africa (NLSA).

1. Register as a Publisher:

o Send an email to isbn@nlsa.ac.za with:
 Publisher name (Bethel Publishing House – South Africa)
 Contact details
 Company registration (if applicable)

2. Receive ISBN Allocation:

After approval, the NLSA will assign ISBNs via email.
Each format requires a separate ISBN.

3. Submit Legal Deposit:

South African law requires five copies of the book to be deposited at the National Library.
Details: National Library of South Africa.

Summary of ISBN Registration for Bethel Publishing House

Country	Issuing Agency	Cost	Application Link
Canada	Library and Archives Canada	Free	ISBN Canada
USA	Bowker	Paid ($125+ per ISBN)	Bowker ISBN
South Africa	National Library of South Africa	Free	Email: isbn@nlsa.ac.za