Indonesia Trademark Registration
Indonesia adopts Nice Classification for goods and services of trademark application. Multiple-class applications are acceptable.
Trademark Registration Procedure
Trademark Search
Before applying for a trademark, you might want to conduct a search to find out if there are any identical or similar marks on the Trademark Register. However, it is an optional procedure for filing the trademark application.
Time frame: 5 – 7 working days
Trademark Application
Under the new trademark law , once the trademark application is filed, it will be published in the official gazette. Any interested party may oppose the registration of your trademark within 2 months of the publication date. After the publication period, the substantive examination will be conducted. If the application is accepted, it will be registered and the certificate of registration will be issued.
Time Frame
The processing time from application to registration may takes about 8 – 12 months . However, if there are objection from the trademark office or opposition from anyone else, it may take longer.
Validity of Registration:
A registered trademark in Indonesia is valid for a period of 10 years from the date of application, and can be renewed every 10 years.
Requirements For Trademark Application in Indonesia:
- Applicant’s name, address and nationality;
- Representation of trademark;
- Description of goods or services;
- Classification of goods and services;
- A simply signed Power of Attorney and Declaration ;
- Certified translation and transliteration if your mark consist of foreign language other than English;
- If the applicant claims convention priority, a certified copy of foreign application is required (with English translation).
