Trademark Malaysia
To protect a trademark in Malaysia, the application must be filed with the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO). Since 27 September 2019, Malaysia has been the 106th member of the Madrid System, allowing Malaysia trademark owners to file international trademark applications through the system. Multi-class trademark applications are also allowed.
Trademark Registration Process
Trademark Search
Before applying for a trademark, you may conduct a search to find out if there are any trademarks similar to yours that may prevent your registration. Although optional, it is highly recommended.
Time frame: 3 – 5 working days
Trademark Application
After your trademark application is filed with the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO), it will undergo formality checks and a substantive examination by the examiner. If no objections are raised, the application will proceed to registration. However, if an objection is raised, you must respond within the stipulated time; otherwise, the application will be considered abandoned.
Once the application is accepted, the trademark will be published in the Official Gazette. Any interested party may file an opposition within two months from the date of publication. If no opposition is filed, the trademark will be registered, and a notification of trademark registration will be issued.
Time Frame
The entire process from filing to registration generally takes 8 – 12 months. However, if the application faces objections from the Trademark Office or opposition from third parties, the process may take longer.
Validity of Registration:
A registered trademark in Malaysia is valid for 10 years from the application date and can be renewed every 10 years.
Requirements For Trademark Application in Malaysia:
To file a trademark application, the following information and documents are requured:
- Applicant’s name, address and nationality
- Representation of the trademark
- Classes and Description of Goods or Services
- A simply signed Declaration
- A certified translation and transliteration are required if your trademark contains non-Roman characters.
- If claiming priority, a certified copy of the foreign application (with English translation).
