Philippines
Trademark Registration in Philippines - Protect Your Brand Nationwide
Trademark protection in the Philippines is governed by the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 8293), as amended, and administered by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL). IPOPHL conducts both absolute and relative examination, including examination against earlier filed or registered trademarks. The process is known for its strict compliance requirements, definitions, and non-extendible timelines.
Why Trademark Registration in the Philippines Is Important for Brand Protection?
Exclusive Rights: Grants you exclusive legal ownership and control over your trademark for the registered goods/services throughout the Philippines.
Legal Enforcement: Enables you to take action against infringement, counterfeiting, and unauthorized use through the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) and Philippine courts.
Nationwide Protection: Secures trademark protection across all regions of the Philippines.
Market Positioning: Strengthens brand identity, builds consumer trust, and enhances competitive advantage in the Philippine market.
Trademark Registration Procedure in Philippines
Here is the step-by-step process followed for trademark registration in the Philippines.
Filing
Trademark applications are filed with IPOPHL Electronically through the IPOPHL eTMFile system or manually at IPOPHL offices. An application number and filing date are issued upon submission.
Examination
A formal and substantive examination is conducted and if deficiencies are found, the applicant must correct them within the prescribed deadline.
Acceptance & Publication
Once accepted, the mark is published in the IPOPHL e-Gazette and in a newspaper of general circulation. A 30-day opposition period commences from the date of newspaper publication.
Opposition Period
Once published, third parties have 30 days to file an opposition.
Registration
If no opposition is filed, or if opposition proceedings are resolved in favour of the applicant, IPOPHL issues a Notice of Allowance and upon payment of the registration fee, the trademark is entered in the register and a Certificate of Registration is issued.
Validity & Renewal
A Philippine trademark is valid for 10 years from the filing date. Renewable indefinitely for successive 10-year periods. Renewal must be filed within 6 months before expiry. A 6-month grace period is available with surcharge.
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Documents for Filing
Applicant’s name and address
Clear Representation of the mark
Description of goods/services
Passport Copy of the Applicant/ Authorised signatory
Copy of CR/Incorporation Certificate
Priority claim (if applicable) with proof
Power of Attorney if filed through agent
Fees are indicative and subject to change. Contact us for the latest details.
**Last updated on: March 17, 2026
Timeline
Approx. 8-12 months for registration in a straightforward case without objections.
Validity & Renewal
A Philippine trademark is valid for 10 years from the filing date. Renewable indefinitely for successive 10-year periods. Renewal must be filed within 6 months before expiry. A 6-month grace period is available with surcharge.
Frequently Ask Questions
Get A QuoteQ1: Is electronic trademark filing available in the Philippines?
Yes. IPOPHL offers a fully online filing system, which is the standard filing method.
Q2: Can trademarks be cancelled on grounds of bad faith?
Q3: Can trademarks be restored after full expiry?
Q4: Are device marks treated differently from trademarks?
Q5: Can trademarks be used as evidence in unfair competition cases?
Q6: Does IPOPHL allow opposition based on moral rights?
Q7: Are Filipino translations automatically protected?
Q8: Can trademarks be used to oppose later designs or logos?
Q9: Are marks containing foreign flags registrable?
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